Best Meir Kay Podcasts (2024)

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Phil Catudal: From Childhood Cancer Survivor to Celebrity Fitness Trainer 36:44

10d ago36:44

36:44

Phil Catudal was diagnosed with leukemia as a child and lost his father to cancer when he was 12 years old. Both experiences significantly impacted his life and shaped his wellness journey. Phil is now a celebrity personal trainer with a philosophy centered on accountability, education and dedication. In this episode of Flip Your Script with Kristi…

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Jenn Drummond: From Life-Threatening Accident to Guinness World Record 31:01

25d ago31:01

31:01

A life-threatening car accident changed Jenn Drummond’s outlook on life. She knew she was given a second chance and started prioritizing personal fulfillment and embracing experiences. Jenn broke a Guinness World Record by becoming the first woman to climb the Seven Second Summits. In this episode of Flip Your Script with Kristi Piehl, Jenn emphasi…

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Carol Han Pyle: From Elle Beauty Editor to Clean Beauty Brand 28:42

1M ago28:42

28:42

Carol Han Pyle is a former fashion and beauty editor at Elle and now the founder of a luxury fragrance and candle brand. NETTE combines inspiration from her childhood with her passion for clean ingredients and a desire for a safe home following fertility struggles. In this episode of Flip Your Script with Kristi Piehl, Carol shares her journey from…

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Stacy Lyn Harris: From Lawyer to Southern Chef 34:31

2M ago34:31

34:31

Stacy Lyn Harris started her career as a lawyer. When she met her husband, Scott, who is an avid outdoorsman, she got a taste of a different way of life. His passion became her passion, and she left her job to care for their seven children and a vegetable garden. Now, she is a southern lifestyle guru, chef and author. In this episode of Flip Your S…

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Meir Kay: From Helping the Homeless to Hosting National Super Soul Parties 38:28

2M ago38:28

38:28

Meir Kay is best known for spreading positivity and happiness on YouTube. He is the founder of Super Soul Party, a non-profit dedicated to bringing people together and providing comfort to those facing homelessness. During the Super Bowl, they host Super Soul parties in cities across the U.S. and offer a meal, haircut, clothing and an opportunity t…

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Cheryl Hunter: From Staying Silent after a Kidnapping to Sharing Stories 34:45

3M ago34:45

34:45

Cheryl Hunter was a teenager when she left her family’s horse ranch in Colorado to travel across Europe. While abroad, she met two men who promised to make her a model but instead abducted her, held her captive and eventually left her for dead. She survived the life-changing event and now uses her story to help others overcome adversity and own the…

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Christine Fraser: From Family Business to Golf Course Architect 37:12

3M ago37:12

37:12

Golf has always played a large role in Christine Fraser’s life. She grew up on her family’s golf course and played competitively in college. Christine spent five years in England practicing golf course design under architect Dr. Martin Hawtree and recently became the first woman in golf history to hold a lead design role on a golf course in Canada.…

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Donald James: From Intern to Top NASA Leadership 50:41

4M ago50:41

50:41

Donald James began his career as an intern at NASA with plans to stay a couple years. However, when the space shuttle Challenger exploded in 1986, it set off a series of events that changed the direction of Donald's career. He retired from NASA after 35 years and is now a public speaker, mentor, business coach and author of Manners Will Take You Wh…

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2023 Year in Review: Vulnerability and Gratitude with Lisa Valle 34:45

4M ago34:45

34:45

As 2023 comes to an end, we are reflecting on the past year and looking forward to the next. In this bonus episode of Flip Your Script, host Kristi Piehl gets vulnerable, talking about intentionally saying “no” in 2023 in order to say “yes” to new opportunities. This transformative mindset shift led her to meet Lisa Valle. Lisa joins Kristi to talk…

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LeeAnn Walton: From Stroke Survivor to Educator and Advocate 46:33

4M ago46:33

46:33

LeeAnn Walton was teaching yoga when she had a massive stroke. After years of being angry and not understanding why, LeeAnn discovered her strength and purpose. Now, LeeAnn is the author of Every Stroke Survivor has a Warrior Within and founder of the nonprofit organization, Stroke Warriors Inc. In this episode of Flip Your Script with Kristi Piehl…

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Antonio T. Smith Jr.: From Living in a Dumpster to Self-Made Millionaire 48:26

5M ago48:26

48:26

Antonio T. Smith Jr. lived in a dumpster from ages six to 14. Despite a lack of resources and support, he put himself through school and later became a spy in the U.S. Army, an innovative tech CEO in the AI industry and a self-made millionaire. He is a bestselling author, celebrity business advisor and inspirational speaker. In this episode of Flip…

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Todd Tilghman: From Pastor to The Voice Champion 47:21

6M ago47:21

47:21

Despite no musical or vocal training, Todd Tilghman made it through NBC’s The Voice blind audition with all four celebrity judges wanting to coach him. The former pastor went on to win season 18, however, there is much more to his story than just winning the popular primetime singing competition. In this episode of Flip Your Script with Kristi Pieh…

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Leonard Kim: From Nearly Homeless to Personal Branding Expert 41:30

6M ago41:30

41:30

Leonard Kim went from being on the verge of homelessness to a nationally recognized public figure and personal branding expert featured in publications like Inc. Magazine and Fortune. After opening up about his hardships, Leonard let his failures fuel his success. In this episode of Flip Your Script with Kristi Piehl, Leonard openly shares the impo…

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Jim Owen: From Wall Street Executive to SuperAging Expert 38:21

7M ago38:21

38:21

An inspirational speaker, author and former Wall Street executive, Jim Owen was 70 when he found a new passion in life and decided to get physically fit. Since his fitness journey began 13 years ago, Jim has been sharing his wisdom and inspiring other aging adults through his books and documentaries. In this episode of Flip Your Script with Kristi …

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Sasha DiGiulian: From Breaking Stereotypes to World Champion Climber 41:07

7M ago41:07

41:07

Sasha DiGiulian is a two-time world champion rock climber who dominates the traditionally male sport. Sasha stepped into a climbing gym for the first time at the age of six and was competing within a year. She has gained global attention and has been on the cover of 27 magazines and features, including Oprah, Good Morning America and The Today Show…

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Doug Dane: From Hidden Childhood Trauma to the Power of Sharing Stories 35:12

8M ago35:12

35:12

Despite Doug Dane’s painful past, he now lives a life of freedom, gratitude and hope. Doug is an international keynote speaker, mentor and author. He uses his experiences with adoption, child abuse and kidnapping to help people discover their true self and live a life free of guilt or shame. In this episode of Flip Your Script with Kristi Piehl, Do…

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Christine Ha: From Losing Her Vision to MasterChef Champion 25:09

8M ago25:09

25:09

Christine Ha lost her vision due to a medical condition almost two decades ago and had to re-learn how to cook. Now known as The Blind Cook, she is a New York Times best-selling cookbook author and the chef behind three restaurants: The Blind Goat, Xin Chào and Stuffed Belly. In this episode of Flip Your Script with Kristi Piehl, Christine shares h…

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Jason Arday: From Autism Diagnosis to University of Cambridge Professor 41:51

9M ago41:51

41:51

Jason Arday was diagnosed with autism as a child and couldn't read or write until he was 18. Facing many challenges growing up, Jason wrote a list of personal goals on his parents’ bedroom wall. One goal said: “One day I will work at Oxford or Cambridge.” Now, Jason is the youngest black professor at the prestigious University of Cambridge. In this…

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Amanda Brinkman: From Big Brand Campaigns to Small Business Champion 38:20

9M ago38:20

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Amanda Brinkman is a small business champion and marketing expert. She has worked on campaigns for brands like BMW, Reebok and Sony. But it was a role as Chief Brand Officer at Deluxe that gave her the chance to launch her boldest career move. In this episode of Flip Your Script with Kristi Piehl, Amanda shares her “Do Well By Doing Good” philosoph…

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Maggie Brown & Grace Moore: From Childhood Friends to Recess Pickleball Founders 33:13

9M ago33:13

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Their friendship began during elementary school recess. Now, Maggie Brown and Grace Moore are the founders of the wildly successful brand Recess Pickleball. They launched the company in 2021 and grew it from a pandemic passion project to a renowned pickleball gear company with fun and trendy paddles and accessories. In this episode of Flip Your Scr…

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Christina Wallace: From a Failed Business to Harvard Professor 44:57

10M ago44:57

44:57

Few people want to talk about their failures, but Christina Wallace has built a career talking about hers. The failure of her first company made headlines and became a case study used in business schools around the world. As a Senior Lecturer at Harvard Business School, Christina now shares the value of learning from our failures. In this episode o…

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Christy Warren: From Rescuing Others to Saving Herself 35:28

10M ago35:28

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After being diagnosed with PTSD, Christy Warren retired as a fire captain from the Berkeley Fire Department in California. The diagnosis didn't stop her from achieving new goals: She became a triathlete and completed the Escape from Alcatraz swim five times. Christy is the author of Flash Point: A Firefighter's Journey Through PTSD and hosts The Fi…

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Jimmy Choi: From Parkinson’s Disease to American Ninja Warrior 43:08

11M ago43:08

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Jimmy Choi was diagnosed with young onset Parkinson’s disease at 27 years old. After years of denial, an accident pushed Jimmy in a new direction and he no longer let his diagnosis hold him back. Jimmy is now a Guinness World Record holder, endurance athlete, ultra marathoner, American Ninja Warrior, motivational speaker and Parkinson’s advocate. I…

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Tyler Gillum: From High School Baseball to Savannah Bananas Head Coach 43:26

11M ago43:26

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With hundreds of millions of TikTok views, the Savannah Bananas are not your average baseball team. Through skits, dances and unique rules, the Georgia-based team takes the field with one mission: make baseball fun and put fans first. Head Coach Tyler Gillum dreamed of becoming a baseball coach in high school, and now he's helping the team flip the…

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Nadia Liu Spellman: From Mom’s Kitchen to Dumpling Daughter 41:12

12M ago41:12

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Nadia Liu Spellman left her career in investment banking to pursue her passion for good food. With the support and guidance of her parents, Nadia launched the popular restaurant Dumpling Daughter. In this episode of Flip Your Script with Kristi Piehl, Nadia talks about her entrepreneurial journey and her family legacy. Nadia’s mom also joined this …

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Jenny Smith: From Gymnastics Injury to Living the Impossible 31:11

1y ago31:11

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Jenny Smith was 16 years old when a spinal cord injury left her paralyzed from the chest down. Despite being faced with a new life she could've never imagined, Jenny leaned on her support system and never gave up. She now educates the public and advocates for people with spinal cord injuries and distributes wheelchairs internationally. In this epis…

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Debra Vines: From Mother of an Autistic Child to Advocate & CNN Hero 27:25

1y ago27:25

27:25

Debra Vines struggled to find resources and support when her son Jason was diagnosed with autism. After years of feeling helpless, Debra started The Answer Inc., a nonprofit that supports families impacted by autism. Debra has been acknowledged numerous times for her work, including being named one of the Top 10 CNN Heroes. In this episode of Flip …

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Christine Handy: From Model to Breast Cancer Disruptor 39:17

1y ago39:17

39:17

Christine Handy began modeling at age 11, working for brands like Guess, J. Crew, Pepsi and Target. She was diagnosed with breast cancer and had to flip her script when she underwent chemotherapy and eventually lost her breasts. Christine shifted from surviving to thriving and started modeling again for New York Fashion Week and Victoria's Secret. …

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Josh Meredith: From Mental Health Struggles to Lady Gaga's Born This Way Foundation 35:17

1y ago35:17

35:17

Josh Meredith was a queer youth growing up in West Virginia and struggled with his mental health. The hardships he faced helped him discover a passion for mental health advocacy. Josh is now the Chief of Staff for the Born This Way Foundation, co-founded by Lady Gaga and her mom. The foundation promotes kindness and conversations about mental healt…

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Kechi Okwuchi: From Plane Crash Survivor to America’s Got Talent 42:24

1y ago42:24

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Kechi Okwuchi was only 16 when she and one other person survived a plane crash that killed 107 people. Throughout her recovery, Kechi was supported by her family, friends, faith and music. Kechi later became a finalist on America's Got Talent and received Simon Cowell's golden buzzer. She has continued to release her own music and wrote a memoir ti…

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Amanda Burrill: From Undiagnosed Brain Injury to Fighting for Answers 37:47

1y ago37:47

37:47

Amanda Burrill has been a rescue swimmer in the Navy, a Le Cordon Bleu-trained chef, a copy editor for the New York Post and a sponsored triathlete and marathon runner. Through it all, she was living with an undiagnosed brain injury. It took a second brain injury for her to realize what was causing her health issues. In this episode of Flip Your Sc…

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Exploring Spirituality and Growth with Rav DovBer Pinson - Episode 95 56:21

1y ago56:21

56:21

Hello dear friends, and welcome to the Great Day podcast. I am your friend and host Meir Kay and I am very excited that you are here with me and we are about to go out into the realm of spirituality and growth with the one and only Rav DovBer Pinson. Rav Pinson is an internationally known rabbi, scholar, author, teacher, and spiritual mentor. For m…

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Kevin Vance: A Journey from Navy SEAL to Actor and Advocate - Episode 94 56:02

1y ago56:02

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Today my guest is, Kevin Vance. Kevin is a US military veteran, surrounded by artists in his youth, who went on to become a Navy SEAL and later a writer and actor. Known for his works in End of Watch and Fury. Kevin began his career in the Navy in the US Spec Ops community as a Navy SEAL deploying to various parts of the globe. After leaving his Na…

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J.R. Martinez: From Wounded in War to TV Star 52:17

1y ago52:17

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J.R. Martinez was serving in Iraq when his Humvee hit a roadside bomb and exploded, leaving him with severe injuries and burns on more than one-third of his body. Now, after three dozen surgeries, J.R. travels the world to share his story and teaches people to adapt and overcome. In this episode of Flip Your Script with Kristi Piehl, J.R. shares hi…

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Unlock Your True Potential with Danny Morel - Episode 93 41:18

1y ago41:18

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Danny Morrel. He is a world-renowned business strategist and entrepreneur turned life coach and spiritual guide. Danny began as a real estate mogul, building his business up to $1.1 billion in annual sales before finding his true calling. And since then, Danny he has helped thousands of people from around the world to unlock their true potential th…

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Katie Evans: From Looking for Magic to Moving to Disney 43:15

1+ y ago43:15

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Like any good Disney story, Katie Evans has had to overcome obstacles to find her happy ending. While struggling with postpartum depression, Katie moved her family to Disney World. She also wrote a book, The Magic of Hope, where she shares her personal struggles and triumphs and inspires others to always follow their dreams. In this episode of Flip…

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Finding Motivation & Inspiration: 2022 Year in Review 29:36

1+ y ago29:36

29:36

As 2022 comes to a close, we are reflecting on the past year and looking forward to a new chapter in all our stories. Over the past year, 44 people shared their inspirational Flip Your Script stories about finding the strength and motivation to turn the page. In this special Flip Your Script bonus episode, host Kristi Piehl unveils never-before-hea…

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Rob Kenney: From Growing Up Fatherless to Becoming the Internet’s Dad 45:18

1+ y ago45:18

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Rob Kenney's dad left when he was just 14. Without a father figure in his life, Rob had to navigate some of life’s challenges on his own. He started a Youtube channel called Dad, How Do I? by creating videos on how to tie a tie and unclog a sink. He now has more than 4 million subscribers who are drawn to his practical advice, how-tos and dad chats…

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Eddie Swartzentruber: From Sheltered and Amish to Finding Freedom and Fame 52:20

1+ y ago52:20

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Eddie Swartzentruber was just 17 years old when he ran away from the Amish community in rural Minnesota where he was raised. He grew up very sheltered, not knowing about simple things like electricity or cell phones. Eddie is now married, owns his own business and uses social media to share about his former life and answer questions about the Amish…

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Rabbi Mordecai Finley - How jiu-jitsu, marines, Kabbalah are all connected - Episode 92 1:02:04

1+ y ago1:02:04

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Rabbi Finley was born and raised in Southern California. After high school, he served three years in the U.S. Marine Corps and was discharged with the rank of Sergeant in 1976. He then spent a year in Israel on a kibbutz. After his stay in Israel, he attended the School of Religion at USC and completed his BA in 1980. Rabbi Finley went to rabbinica…

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Jordan Candlish - Living with Integrity, Showing Up to Life, and Today's Healthy Man -Episode 91 44:33

1+ y ago44:33

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Jordan Candlish is a former semi-pro athlete, speaker, and performance coach. He is the founder of State Shifters, a brand dedicated to helping people unify mind, body, and soul so they live lives of meaning and purpose. Jordan left his corporate Corporate Accounting Job in 2017, to move to Toronto Canada to work as a meditation teacher, corporate …

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Sharon McMahon: From High School Teacher to America's Government Teacher 47:40

1+ y ago47:40

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You might know Sharon McMahon by her Instagram handle, @sharonsaysso. With more than one million followers on social media, Sharon shares her expertise as a high school government teacher to battle political misinformation. She uses social media and her podcast to answer questions and share nonpartisan facts about the government and democracy. In t…

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Eli Schwebel - The Importance of Being Present and Showing Empathy - Episode 90 1:38:53

1+ y ago1:38:53

1:38:53

Eli Schwebel is a Brooklyn Based Recording Artist & Producer with Jewish Music running through his Veins. Eli spearheaded the renaissance of Jewish Acappella music, as well as creating a vocally rich, pop-rock sound that transformed the definition of traditional Jewish music. He launched his solo career with his album, “Hearts Mind”, which has been…

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Amalia Moreno-Damgaard: From International Banking to International Cuisine 45:11

1+ y ago45:11

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After making the difficult decision to leave her international banking career, Amalia Moreno-Damgaard harnessed her passion for culture and cuisine to launch her own business. Today, Amalia is an award-winning author, speaker and chef entrepreneur. Her mission is to help people understand Latin American culture through culinary experiences and stor…

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Avremi Gourarie - Learning From Life's Greatest Teacher, Pain - Episode 89 56:28

1+ y ago56:28

56:28

***TRIGGER WARNING - This episode contains conversations about mental health and suicide.*** Avremi Gourarie is a prolific music publisher behind so much of the Jewish world's music. In this episode, we discuss with him the life of his daughter Yocheved, her struggle with an eating disorder, depression, and her heartbreaking recent death. On Decemb…

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Bryan Reeves - 'Men's Work' and Ways To Create Deeper Connections - Episode 88 1:00:04

1+ y ago1:00:04

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Bryan Reeves is a former US Air Force Captain and "dark night of the soul" survivor turned author, blogger, life/relationship coach, and workshop facilitator. Bryan's eclectic professional background has seen him rocket satellites into space at Cape Canaveral, tour North America with a spiritual pop music band, and talk mind-body science with Oprah…

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Renee Seevers: From Family Home to Tiny Nomadic Living 33:44

1+ y ago33:44

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Renee Seevers sold her 3,300 square foot, five bedroom, four bathroom house and moved into an 87 square foot home on wheels. Renee is the CEO and Founder of TinyFest, a tiny home and nomadic living festival that started in Iowa before expanding across the country. TinyFest is the celebration of sustainability, human connection, adventure and freedo…

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Sara Kuburic (@Millennial.Therapist ) - Therapy, Social Media, and Authentic Living - Episode 87 48:50

1+ y ago48:50

48:50

Friends welcome to the Great Day Podcast. I'm your friend and host Meir Kay. I'm so grateful to be able to host this podcast for you and with some amazing people. And today that awesome is, Sarah Kubric. A.k.a. "The Millennial Therapist", on social media with over 1.4 million followers on Instagram where she shares all about the human condition. Wi…

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Chaz Sandifer: From Domestic Abuse Survivor to Health and Wellness CEO 55:18

1+ y ago55:18

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After an abusive relationship and difficult divorce, Chaz Sandifer hit a low point. She set out on a journey of healing, wanting to become the best version of herself. Chaz is passionate about health and wellness and is building a community around those passions as the founder of theNEWmpls. In this episode of Flip Your Script with host Kristi Pieh…

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Fally Klein - Plant Medicine, Breathwork and Other Healing Modalities - Episode 86 1:24:49

1+ y ago1:24:49

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After walking through a diagnosis and recovering from cancer as a teenager Fally Klein was introduced to the concept of energy and the power of the subconscious. Fally learned to navigate the emotions and stigma that came from having cancer at such a young age and what she learned from it as a result. Fally experienced a miraculous healing that she…

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