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Positive Change Award Winner in Society and Culture as CoffeeFitnessUnicorn! Welcome to my Virtual Coffee Spot(c). I’m your pocket DJ and this podcast is where storytelling and coffee hang out. As a super-survivor I have turned my trauma and grief into a powerful, creative force for good. And I learned, it’s never too late to start a podcast—at 51. My podcast is both informative and entertaining, but mostly, I hope we connect. I believe we connect through the power of storytelling. For me, d ...
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Dive into the World of Real Estate Mastery with Real Estate Agent Superstars! Welcome to Real Estate Agent Superstars, where success stories are not just heard but dissected for your benefit. Hosted by RJ Baxter, a luminary in the mortgage industry, this podcast is a beacon for aspiring and established real estate agents. RJ brings his wealth of experience, coupled with engaging conversations with the crème de la crème of the real estate world. Each episode of Real Estate Agent Superstars is ...
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In C.L. Kelley’s debut novel Corpus, the city's night transforms into a realm of terror.We deep dive into how this story came about and discover why Southern Gothic stories are so creepy.Kelley says this of short stories: “they are awesome because you get in and disturb someone and then get out.” No puppies were hurt in this novel, thank goodness, …
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Meet the epic guest for the 100th episode milestone: Victoria Price!Victoria shares her writing process and is working on her first novel. She shares some details, but can only say that the book is about: love, friendship, healing, and pancakes! She thanks https://www.thenovelry.com/ for helping her write this story.We did a deep dive into her book…
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Meet R.K. Higgins, author of Stolen Days. Your next summer beach read. This is his, “Love Letter to Comedy Horror.” If Monty Python and Good Omens made a drunken deal with a Reaper, this is the story they would tell. An entertaining and wild tale from an author who takes his villain and hero to a whole new level. https://www.instagram.com/authorrkh…
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Meet Stacy Peterson, author of The Lovely and Dangerous Launch of Lucy Cavanagh. In this episode we discuss her strong female main character and how “the wild’ll make you wild.” There’s a little horror and there’s a little Bridget Jones, but mostly it’s about finding yourself. Stacy is working on the screenplay. Stay tuned for more action and adven…
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Meet Mathew Mercier, author of Poe and I; his debut novel is inspired by his time as the live-in caretaker of Poe Cottage.We deep dive into how it felt living in the space where Poe lived and how Poe brings people together. https://www.matthewmercier.com/https://www.crystallakepub.com/product/poe-i-by-matthew-mercier/https://www.instagram.com/matth…
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Meet Blake Edward Andrew: Haunted Houses, Horror, and Hockey, oh my! Blake loves to surprise his readers and use art as tragedy, while giving them a little spice. His debut novel, The Haunting of Chateau De Mornay, is book one in his Haunted planned trilogy. Jump on his TikTok lives and say hi! https://www.authorblakeandrew.com/ https://www.instagr…
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What do you get when you create a “sleazy, slimy, goopy, drippy, gory” story? An “entertaining and disgusting” fun chat with Ryan C. Thomas and Anthony Trevino. Two guys who know how to have fun with horror. Their story “Love is a Monstrous Death” out now in PsychoActive from Crystal Lake in the Dark Tide book series. A must read for fans of transf…
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In this episode we deep dive into book 2 of Paisley Mott’s world (In the Grave Where the Bones Are Still Wet), and turn the trauma up to 11. But we also balance the darkness with the silliness of Bugs Bunny, Super Chicken, and other pop culture references. Kalvin is a wealth of information about the writing process, the horror community, and his su…
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Send us a Text Message. Meet Bill Mullen: professor, traveler, and author. We deep dive into his new book The Thing in the Wind and we discuss Nature, isolation, and his punk rock approach to the writing process. Find out what happens when blasting Rammstein. https://www.crystallakepub.com/product/the-thing-in-the-wind-by-bill-mullen/ https://www.a…
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Send us a Text Message. Meet Winnie Tataw: author and publisher. Her company is "a small black-owned business offering novel publishing, author and book marketing, and support services." Join us as we deep dive into how a small independent publisher helps lift up other voices and builds a community of writers. She and her team will take care of you…
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Send us a Text Message. Meet Laura Botten, author of A Recipe from Rome. In this episode we experience the sights, the sounds, and the tastes of Rome. We learned that we both love Italian food and food in general even though we can't really cook. We both agree Italy is the place to learn how to make meals with love. When she isn't writing, reading …
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Send us a Text Message. Meet Joe Ripple, Founder of Scare That Care presents AuthorCon, a charity event. Scares That Care! is an all volunteer charity. Net proceeds from all organization events are provided to the recipients selected. “Scares That Care!” Inc., is an IRS approved, 501(c)(3) charity. Founded in 2006, “Scares That Care!” to date has r…
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Send us a Text Message. Meet Royce Buckingham, author of Monster Lawyer. In this episode we chat about characters: supernatural and redeemable. We deep dive into fear and how it is a great tool in the writing arsenal. Join us as we make our way through the city of Seattle talking about monsters. https://roycebuckingham.com/ Support the Show. Patreo…
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Send us a Text Message. Meet Richard Farren Barber: big time tea drinker, football (soccer) fan, not afraid of the word, "nosegay" and a truly delightful guest. We shared our terror of driving on the opposite side of the road, we laughed at disgusting smells, and we had fun connecting through childhood memories. You can find Richard at the links be…
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Send us a Text Message. Meet author and podcast host: Lauri Schoenfeld. In this episode we discuss the power of smell and writing. We laugh about how many fuzzy socks she has and we connect by smelling chocolate and peanut butter, and fries. You can find her below: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoXYpmJbS9q83HwBGSItGiA https://www.instagram.com/l…
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Send us a Text Message. Meet Lara Tupper, author, singer, writing coach, and Mainer at her punk rock heart. In this episode we deep dive into her writing, singing and dancing (sort of ) career, and her coaching style. She is a resilient Mainer and has great tales to tell. https://www.laratupper.com/ https://www.laratupper.com/events.htm Support the…
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Send us a Text Message. Werewolves, trauma, and coffee--oh my!!! Join me and cohost Kelly Shimabukuro for part 2 of Horror as Healing theme, featuring Such Sharp Teeth by Rachel Harrison. When we say, "I am woman, hear me roar!" We mean Women in Horror month is here!! We deep dive into this werewolf novel and take a look at trauma and how it can tr…
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Send us a Text Message. Meet Candace Nola; she is so much more than just a splatterpunk writer. In this episode we discuss drive in movies, movie snacks and how she ruined picnics for us with her descriptive sounds of food. Candace has started building her empire with coffee and insomnia. Don't put her in a box, she will prove to you what she can a…
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Send us a Text Message. Meet Armand Rosamilia; he has 150 books available and is still going strong! In this episode we talk, "apple pie, Pork Chop, and zombies." What happens when a 12yo boy gets punished for the whole summer? He becomes a prolific horror author! Learn about Dark Tide, Book 10: The Dead Shall Rise, Zombie, Zombie, Zombie. https://…
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Send us a Text Message. Meet horror author, Larry Hinkle. In this episode, we chat about his debut collection The Space Between; a compilation of weird, cosmic, and funny horror short stories. Eavesdrop on us while we eat, drink and be scary. Support the Show. Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/Coffee_Fueled_Stories…
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Send us a Text Message. Horror as Healing is a special episode with a special cohost: Kelly Shimabukuro. In this episode we deep dive into Ronald Malfi's book: Come With Me on how this book was transformative to healing from trauma and grief through storytelling. http://www.ronmalfi.com/index.html Support the Show. Patreon page: https://www.patreon…
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Send us a Text Message. Meet Eric J. Guignard. Technical Writer by day, Horror author at night. He is an author, editor, anthologist, and so much more!! In this episode we talk about: Technical Writing, the HWA and how he felt winning the Bram Stoker Award. His enthusiasm will urge you to buy all his books!! http://www.ericjguignard.com/ Support th…
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Send us a Text Message. Meet Dr. David Sandner, professor, author and the man that got me hooked on Flash Horror. He is a scholar and gentleman and he has probably helped many students become member of the HWA. We chat about his books: The Afterlife of Frankenstein and His Unburned Heart, Science Fiction, Philip K. Dick, the Sublime and so much mor…
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Valli Crockett of Bergen Peak Realty, current Mountain Metro Association of Realtors (MMAR) President, Carmen Elam of Coldwell Banker, former President and current secretary of MMAR, and Diane Florschuetz of Wildflower Realty and President-Elect of MMAR join us for a panel discussion about foothills-specific topic and issues and MMAR's involvement …
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Stacie Staub, CEO and co-founder of West & Main Homes is our special guest for our 50th episode. She shares her story from where she started, to the beginnings of the well known Denver real estate brand West and Main Homes, to expanding to a billion in sales in multiple states. Stacie has learned how to adapt to changing times over the years, and s…
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Donna Ehnert of the Mint Group at EXP Realty joins us to share how she has cultivated her client relationships at a high level over her 9 year career. Over 90% of her business is from clients and referrals from her sphere. One of her primary strategies is an annual review that she does for every one of her clients. We dive deep into this strategy a…
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Ron Thorne the NAR Director for the Mountain Metro Association of Realtors in Colorado. He has over 30 years experience as a real estate agent and a long track record of serving the real estate community and volunteering his time for advocacy and leadership. He joins us for an insider's look at what's going on with NAR and the biggest issues that N…
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Cari Higgins of the Higgins Kalush Collective at Compass Real Estate joins us to share her story of successes and struggles building a top real estate team in Boulder, CO with partner Kristin Kalush. We discuss the evolution of her team and her mindset around building a team, what her team looks like now, what the different team members do, and wha…
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Send us a Text Message. Meet Helen Aitchison, author of The Dinner Club and Life and Love (Attempts) of Kitty Cook. When Helen isn't helping others, she can be found snuggling her adorable rescue cat, Eric. Helen gives much of herself in service of others and I am grateful she took the time to chat to end season 3 on a high note. She is an absolute…
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Victoria McCaskill of Denver Homes is an independent broker in the Denver market. She shares her perspective as an independent on the pending upcoming commission changes and NAR lawsuits and how these changes may affect independent agents. We discuss her experience as an independent broker and how she incorporates her background in management consu…
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Jenny Usaj joins us to share the story of Usaj Realty, how she went from part time agent to building a powerhouse brokerage in Colorado. She shares her early successes and the key things that led to her starting Usaj Realty and expanding that brokerage to multiple offices in the Denver area and two offices in the mountains in the Vail Valley. She s…
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Send us a Text Message. Meet indie author, TJ Butler; she has written a, "short story collection for badass people who've seen some shit and lived to tell about it." In this episode we chat about what fictionalized memoir is, giving agency and voice to those who don't have it, gritty photography, living on a boat and sailor superstitions. Grab your…
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Bobby Reginelli of Modus Real Estate, the "Ambassador of Enthusiasm" brings his positive mindset and contagious attitude to this week's episode. Learn how your mindset can change everything in your real estate career and how being a connector can turn you into the go-to resource for everyone in your sphere. Bobby shares tips on creating content and…
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Send us a Text Message. Meet Tara Lush. She was an Associated Press Crime Reporter for 30 years and now writes coffee cozy series and she just released her first paranormal fiction as an indie author. We had a great chat about how Eat, Pray, Hex is a "love-letter to mid-life" and how her books "at the core everybody is really kind to each other." H…
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Sergio Nazzaro of 8Z Real Estate brings his compelling story of service, leadership, and overcoming diversity. After 13 years serving in the Air Force, Sergio transitioned to real estate and coaching. Sergio shares his thoughts on mindset, surrounding yourself with successful people, and the importance of coaching, having always been a believer tha…
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Mike Anderson of the Legend Team at Remax joins us to share his secrets on how 2023 has been his best year in the business. Learn the strategies he has used to not only stay busy, but increase his business in a tough market. We discuss processes, team building, and specific lead generation strategies that you can implement today. If you are struggl…
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Penny Crook from Canyon Title joins us this week to share her thoughts about the current state of the real estate market in the Denver area. We also dive into the recent NAR ruling regarding agent commissions and discuss the possible repercussions of the coming changes and the effects on the real estate industry. Get key insights from one of the in…
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Send us a Text Message. Meet Horror creator and filmmaker Richard T. Wilson. We had a great chat about how filmmaking is like rock and roll and learn why he describes candy corn as the "flipping off candy." I'd say that makes him very punk rock \m/ 🤘. We spoke about how journaling is cathartic and how it's more than doodling. We get a little deep, …
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Melody Rivera of The Rivera Team at Keller Williams joins us this week to share her journey over her 31 year real estate career. She gives perspective on home prices and interest rates, talks about how things have changed since she started in 1992, and the lessons she has learned over her career. She discusses the importance of building a team, men…
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Send us a Text Message. Meet Rebecca Rowland, horror author and Gen-Xer through and through. In this episode we chat about: overcoming Writer's Block, why Horror is cathartic and why puppets are unsettling. In addition to the writing process we share some stories about various personal protective equipment and how our parents taught us to be self-s…
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Dawn Rowell from the Jordan Terrell Group at Real joins us to share her compelling story of being diagnosed with breast cancer at the start of her real estate career and how that experience shaped her life and business, leading to a focused purpose in her business to lead in the fight against breast cancer. She shares her initiatives with her purpo…
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Join us as Trang Janick unveils her branding mastery and top-notch strategies. Dive into her "Keeping Up With The Community" approach, emphasizing video content's role in her remarkable career ascent. Trang, a social media virtuoso, introduces her Facebook community group strategy that's yielding incredible results. Learn her secrets to efficient t…
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Send us a Text Message. Meet Lina of Lina and the Lions band. In this episode we share stories about food made with love, the importance of naming things, and best of all: Super Exclusive, never before heard acoustic version of "Why I Lie" from the their upcoming album. Lina shines her bright light on stage and on this show. Go see them perform if …
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Jason Sirois of Compass Real Estate joins us to share how his dialed in buyer process has propelled his business to superstar levels. He shares his standard operating procedure (SOP), how he has used checklists and automation to streamline processes, and AI use cases in his business. Jason is a pro at the buyer consultation, and has specific object…
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Join us for an insightful episode where Lauryn Dempsey, founder of the Dempsey Group, shares her winning strategies. Learn how she's grown her business through niche targeting, client education, and effective communication, including AI technology and LinkedIn. Plus, stay informed about pending lawsuits that could reshape agent commissions. Don't m…
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Send us a Text Message. Healing is Powerful. Healing is Magical. We are healing from the trauma and being terrorized in our own home. The people below us caused us so much fear and terror. Domestic Violence doest only impact the couple involved, it impacts those around them. We had to flee for our safety. Domestic Abuse is something I have only bee…
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Buckle your seatbelt and get your note pad ready as Robert Passafiume of the Metrowest Team at Real Broker joins us to share his experience in the REO and divorce niches as well as strategies he has used to build his sphere business to 60% of his overall closings. Robert has 20 years of experience and plenty of great ideas to get your head spinning…
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Liz Daniels of the Be 1 Team at Compass Real Estate joins us to share her story of how she made it in real estate during uncertain times, the benefits of joining a team and what that has done to propel her business, and how mentors and systems have helped her take her business to the next level. We talk about how hard work and persistence has paid …
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