Best Lora T Podcasts (2024)

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Mindset of a Defender: Tim Reedy's Essential Training Tips 41:27

1d ago41:27

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In this episode of Defenders Live, host Lora Thorson interviews Tim Reedy, a seasoned firearms instructor from Texas. They delve into the critical aspects of firearms training, including the importance of foundational holster skills, the benefits of competition shooting for defensive training, and the psychological and mental management required fo…

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S2E3: Unlock Elite Shooting Skills & Self-Defense Tactics with Special Forces Expert, Mike Green of Green Ops 51:05

3d ago51:05

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In this episode of Defenders LIVE, host Lora Thorson talks with Mike Green, the seasoned owner of Green Ops and a former special forces operator, to delve into the intersection of personal growth and firearms proficiency. Mike shares his journey from military service to becoming a prominent firearms instructor, emphasizing the importance of the def…

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Episode #148: Lora Moore - ALO Property Group 33:49

7d ago33:49

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Lora Moore was born and raised in Lafayette, Indiana, and has lived in Carmel for 8 years now with her daughter, Kinley. The rest of Lora's family is spread across the country between California, Indiana, and North Carolina. The wide reach of her past professional experiences—as the owner of a small-town insurance agency, an HR consultant across th…

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Episode #147: Gerald Stanley - Imavex 36:07

8d ago36:07

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Gerald Stanley was born and raised on a farm in north easter Indiana where he attended Eastbrook High School and Taylor University where he played football and received a degree in Computer Science. Gerald married his grade school sweetheart, Gretchen, whom he started "dating" in 7th grade. Gerald has 4 children, Grant (21), Grady (19), Gillian (16…

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Episode #146: Scott Jarred - Invest 36:38

14d ago36:38

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Scott Jarred's journey from poverty and welfare to becoming a beacon of financial freedom is truly inspiring. Born into a low-income family, he faced challenges of fear and scarcity but overcame adversity to achieve remarkable success. What sets Scott apart is his commitment to changing lives beyond his own. As a two-time best-selling author and fo…

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Episode #145: Michelle Colbert - Dental Assist LLC 31:53

15d ago31:53

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Michelle Colbert is the sole proprietor of Dental Assist LLC, a dental staffing agency that she started from scratch in 2019. She lives in Carmel, Indiana with her husband of 20 years as of June 26, 2024. Michelle was born in Pennsylvania, raised for 15 years in West Virginia, and then spent 20 years in North Carolina before moving to Wisconsin for…

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S2E2: Neil Weidner on Family, Firearms, and Personal Growth | Active Self Protection 1:10:17

25d ago1:10:17

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Starting with Lora's TidBit of the Week: The Courage to Ask Interview with Neil Weidner, Active Self Protection Highlights: Neil Weidner discusses his deep commitment to family and service within the Active Self Protection community. His journey into parenting a child with special needs, emphasizing the challenges and rewards. The importance of fam…

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Episode #144: Brandon Faust - Wayfinders 39:25

22d ago39:25

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Brandon Faust is a passionate advocate for community empowerment and positive change. As the co-founder and Executive Director of Wayfinders, a non-profit dedicated to self-discovery, training, and incubating new nonprofits and ministries. Brandon is committed to helping individuals find their path to making a difference. He's also a co-founder and…

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More Often Than Knot: Bride by Ali Hazelwood 1:11:16

24d ago1:11:16

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It's the final episode of Season Six and we're talking about Bride by Ali Hazelwood. You can visit the author's website ⁠⁠here⁠⁠ for details about her other work. There will be some small plot point spoilers in our discussion of the book but we always try to warn you. As always with romance, we know there is going to be a HEA and our episodes aim t…

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Dating? This Author's Smart Dating Tips Will Keep You Safe and Help You Find Mr. Right 53:27

27d ago53:27

53:27

Ladies, if you're dating, would you consider requiring your prospects to complete a questionnaire that asks about everything from his credit score to his health status to his past relationship failures? Well author Tinisha Brugnone isn't shy about getting the facts, and she's helping other women create these dating protocols in her bold book, The P…

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There Are Always Reasons: The Whispering Dark by Kelly Andrew & Of Mist and Shadow by Jenna Wolfhart 1:07:03

1M ago1:07:03

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In the fifth episode of Season Six we continue our individual six degrees of separation to lead us back to a joint book in the final episode. This week Jessica's choice was Of Mist and Shadow by ⁠Jenna Wolfhart and Emma's choice was The Whispering Dark by ⁠Kelly Andrew⁠. Click on the author names for links to their website or for details of further…

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S2E1 Developing Mental Agility & Managing Risk in Your Everyday Life | Retired Green Beret, Chris Cypert | Citizens Defense Research 47:05

1M ago47:05

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In this episode, Lora interviews retired Green Beret & Instructor Chris Cypert of Citizens Defense Research about: How to find good training; what to look for in a trainer/instructor Different tools for different missions Backwards planning and how to apply it in your life CDR's The Armed Parent/Guardian training Managing & assessing risk in your e…

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Episode #143: Lorraine Ball - Digital Strategist 40:49

1M ago40:49

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After spending too many years in Corporate America, Lorraine said goodbye to the bureaucracy, glass ceilings and bad coffee to follow her passion to help small business owners succeed Today, this successful entrepreneur, author, and professional speaker, enjoys sharing what she knows about marketing in presentations to groups around the county, in …

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Go Forth and Cuddle: Beastly and Bookish by Cantrina Bell & The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches by Sangu Mandanna 44:23

1M ago44:23

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In the fourth episode of Season Six we continue our individual six degrees of separation to lead us back to a joint book in the final episode. This week Jessica's choice was Beastly and Bookish by Catrina Bell⁠⁠ and Emma's choice was The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches by Sangu Mandanna. Click on the author names for links to their website…

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Episode #142: Sam Elsts - My Guy Services 24:33

1M ago24:33

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Sam Elsts, a native of Brownsburg, Indiana, pursued his higher education at Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI), where he earned a degree from the Kelley School of Business with a major in Marketing and minors in Anthropology and International Studies. While still in college, Sam embarked on his entrepreneurial journey at the …

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Meet the Co-Founder of the "Girls in Wonderland" Festival for Queer Women 28:36

1M ago28:36

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Imagine 15,000 women convening for pool parties, dancing, and connecting in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. It's "partying with a purpose," says event co-founder Yesi Leo, an activist who's been creating safe, fun spaces for women to mix and mingle for decades. Meet Yesi on The Goddess Power Show with Elizabeth Ann Atkins®, as she talks about the importa…

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S1E22 God Will Use You Where You Are: Navigating Life's Unexpected Turns w/ John McLaughlin, Iowa Firearms Coalition 54:53

1M ago54:53

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In this episode, I talk to John McLaughlin of Iowa Firearms Coalition about: John is a pilot, firearms trainer and former meteorologist. What do these roles have in common? (More than you may think) How Iowa to protecting the 2nd Amendment Church Security & Medical Training Applying discipleship to training Warriors of ministry and what that means …

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Episode #141: Jack Shepler - Ayokay 23:12

1M ago23:12

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Jack Shepler is the founder of Ayokay, a marketing and web design agency located in Indianapolis, Indiana. Since its inception in 2011, Jack has led Ayokay with a commitment to not just building brands and boosting e-commerce sales but also supporting the vital work of public health and nonprofit organizations. His expertise in the digital arena is…

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Episode #140: Brian Wheeler - Vertical Immersive 37:22

2M ago37:22

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Brian Wheeler was born and raised in Kentucky, but has called Indiana his home since 2000. He is married to his wonderful wife Loree and have 6 kids together and 2 grandkids. Brian calls himself a Kingdom entrepreneur following his calling to steward multiple organizations in growth through Kingdom Culture and mindsets. This Kingdom ecosystem is de…

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All The Red Flags: Fiasco by Constance Fay and Honeysuckle by January Rayne 58:05

1M ago58:05

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In the third episode of Season Six we continue our individual six degrees of separation to lead us back to a joint book in the final episode. This week Jessica's choice was Honeysuckles by ⁠January Rayne⁠ and Emma's choice was Fiasco by ⁠Constance Fay. Click on the author names for links to their website or for details of further books in the serie…

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How A Non-Gun Guy Changed His Mind | A Common Sense Breakdown of Gun Control & Personal Responsibility | Matt Christiansen Media 43:24

2M ago43:24

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In this episode, Lora & Adam talk to Matt Christansen of Matt Christiansen Media about: What started Matt on the path of gun ownership Why personal responsibility is so important Learning from evil How our gun rights are being affected by current events Democracy vs. constitutional republic Sacrificing individual rights for the majority Adam & Lora…

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Episode #139: Steve Iskander - Intrepid Finance 29:56

2M ago29:56

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Steve Iskander, the dynamic founder of Intrepid Finance, has redefined the landscape of nationwide financing. Leading Intrepid, a subsidiary of Masik Management Group, Steve focuses on providing seamless, non-dilutive growth capital to diverse businesses. He’s dedicated to making capital access simple and swift, fueling accelerated growth for enter…

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ThunderCats Are Old!: Tempting the Beast by Lora Leigh & Paladin's Grace by T Kingfisher 1:08:06

2M ago1:08:06

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In the second episode of Season Six we begin our individual six degrees of separation to lead us back to a joint book in the final episode. This week Jessica's choice was Tempting the Beast by Lora Leigh and Emma's choice was Paladin's Grace by T Kingfisher. Click on the author names for links to their website or for details of further books in the…

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The Moment He Sniffs Her: The Winter King by C L Wilson 1:03:23

2M ago1:03:23

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We're back with the first episode of Season Six and we're talking about The Winter King, a fantasy romance by C L Wilson. You can visit the author's website ⁠here⁠ for details of further books in the series and additional work. There will be some small plot point spoilers in our discussion of the book but we always try to warn you so you can skip a…

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S1E20 Our Responsibility To Our Families and To Each Other | Stephannie Weidner, Active Self Protection 52:32

2M ago52:32

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On this episode, Lora interviews Stephannie Weidner from Active Self Protection about: Stephannie's story to firearms Thoughts of what to do when confronted with protecting your family from a credible threat Her journey from stay-at-home mom to CEO of Active Self Protection What makes a good team and working environment Our responsibility as instru…

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Episode #138: Mike Dickerson - Engage Financial Group 30:58

2M ago30:58

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Mike Dickerson was born and raised in northwest Indiana. He went to Wabash College in which he Majored in Economics, with a Minor in History. While at Wabash, he met Rebecca. They have now been married for over 17 yrs and have two children. Mike started in financial planning in May of 2000 with a firm named Diversified Financial Concepts and then w…

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Season Six Trailer 4:24

2M ago4:24

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Season Six of the SFFRomCast is on the way! We're returning to our six degrees of separation but with a special twist, and this short trailer is to let you what you can expect as we continue to celebrate and share our love of sci-fi and fantasy romance books. You can also watch this trailer on You Tube if you'd like to put faces to voices and find …

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Episode #137: Andrea Butcher - HRD A Leadership Development Company 35:55

2M ago35:55

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Andrea is a visionary—she knows how to lead organizations from big picture to execution through the talent within the business. She is a dynamic speaker, executive coach, and facilitator. As the CEO of HRD - A Leadership Development Company, she leads a national team of expert facilitators and coaches and drives the organization’s growth strategy. …

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S1E19 Taking Control of Your Fitness & Nutrition with Aimee Langdon, Langdon Tactical 52:46

2M ago52:46

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In this episode, Aimee Langdon of Langdon Tactical and LTT Discover talks about her experience as a Tactical Games athlete and coach and why health and fitness is so important to the firearms carrier. Also discussed in this episode: Simple ways you can incorporate movement and strength into your everyday life Why nutrition is key to being a defende…

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Episode #136: Jerry Vaughn - J. Galt 34:19

2M ago34:19

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Jerry Vaughn has worked in the business asset protection industry for 15 years, gaining experience in FEIN Business Credit, Cash Flow Management, Business Valuations, and the understanding of what main street business owners do on a day to day basis. As a seasoned consultant, he is passionate about advancing education and relationships. In addition…

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Episode #135: Ana Workman - Absolute Therapy 30:44

2M ago30:44

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Ana Workman is the owner of Absolute Therapy, a company that helps school districts find speech therapists via a proprietary process. I also empower speech language pathologists to become six figure school SLPs and more! My practical strategies show speech therapists make at least $100K in a school and help them scale their way to seven figures. SL…

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S1E18 You Are The Weapon | What It Means To Be Your Own Defender | Adam Winch, Founder of Defenders USA 55:19

3M ago55:19

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In this episode, Lora talks to Adam Winch, founder of Defenders USA about: Adam's LEO and military experience & why Defenders USA was created Adam's transformation in his own training What is heartset & why it's vital to a defender Understanding the true depth of evil Creating fewer victims and steps towards that mission The aftermath of violence a…

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Episode #134: Caleb White - Whites Innovative Glass 40:21

3M ago40:21

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Caleb White is a native of West Virginia and moved to Indiana when he was 18. He has settled in Columbus Indiana with his beautiful wife, and three wonderful children. He has worked in the glazing industry for 10 years and started his own business in 2019. He managed the business out of his home before moving into a renovated building in 2023 that …

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S1E17 Expanding Your Comfort Zone: Entrepreneur, Instructor & Master Class USPSA Competitive Shooter, Riley Bowman 1:17:01

3M ago1:17:01

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In this episode, Lora and Riley Bowman of www.ConcealedCarry.com and host of The Concealed Carry Podcast discuss: Starting with Lora's (Lengthy) TidBit of the Week: 4 Steps to Set Yourself Up For Success [Especially After You've Fallen Off the Horse] The more you train, the more you realize how little you know The process of exploring & experimenti…

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Episode #133: Kourtney Zahn - Brick and Ember 34:57

3M ago34:57

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Kourtney Zahn was Born and raised in Indiana. He is married to his wife Faith and they have 4 children; Bristol, Quinn, Shepherd and Story. He pursed pastoral ministry through his 20’s and out of necessity started his business at age 30. In honor of the fellow business owners in your life that had an impact on you becoming the person you are today,…

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S1E16 Learning From Real-Life Defensive Encounters w/ Mike Willever, Active Self Protection Podcast 58:21

3M ago58:21

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In this episode, Mike Willever from the Active Self Protection Podcast talks about: The mission and evolution of ASP podcast Mike's LEO background Breaking down defensive encounters Being careful about making your job your identity Normalcy bias and why you should radically and rapidly accept reallity The trap of "it can't happen here" Mike's most …

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Episode #132: Ellen Comerford - Core De Vie 32:50

3M ago32:50

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Ellen Comerford, a native of the outskirts of Boston, has called the city home for the past 25 years. Celebrating 27 years of marriage to Mark, she is a proud mother to her daughter, Jacquelyn. With nearly four decades of experience in teaching fitness and wellness, Ellen is the esteemed owner of Core De Vie Wellness, a successful establishment loc…

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Episode #131: Rajiv Huria - SJCA Inc. 32:02

3M ago32:02

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I was born in New Delhi, India. My father was an architect for the Military Engineering Services for India. He had to move every three years. We lived in Delhi, Chandigarh, Udhampur, and then back in Delhi. When I was 12 years old, in 1976, the family moved to Canada. I attended Jr. HS to HS. I graduated in 1991 with a BSc in civil engineering from…

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S1E15 Are You [Really] Prepared ForThe Worst Day of Your Life? Managing Training Expectations w/ JT Grover, Rev-Tac 58:42

3M ago58:42

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In this episode, JT Grover of Rev-Tac and Lora Thorson of Defenders USA discuss: How to manage your training expectations The fear of failure and making excuses The dangers of the Dunning Kruger effect and cognitive bias The importance of force-on-force training The standards of progression for defensive training How to vet your instructor and red …

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Episode #130: Andrea Brummett - The Pabulum Group/ reddeHR 39:01

3M ago39:01

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Andrea Brummett was born and raised in Indy. She graduated from Carmel High School and went on to study at The University of Cincinnati and Indiana University. Andrea started her first company, The Pabulum Group when she was 24. The Pabulum Group is now in it's 20th year of operation and has played an exciting part of leading the HR evolution for s…

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Episode #129: India Brown - PHPHASE Consulting 38:32

4M ago38:32

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India M. Brown, MBA, PMP, CPC, is the CEO of PMPHASE project management consulting firm. Her work in healthcare has expanded over 30 years with a focus on IT project management. She is a woman in tech, and her business specializes in IT software application implementation, replacement, or optimizations. She has spearheaded the implementation of mul…

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S1E14 Anatomy of Knife Defense | What You Need to Know with Adam Boyce, Spartan Mode 59:57

4M ago59:57

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In this episode, Adam Boyce of Spartan Mode talks to us about knife defense. Topics include: Anatomy of knife defense; what commonly happens in an encounter Why one would carry a knife for defense vs. a gun Characteristics of a good defensive knife Carry positions and what's most efficient Simple knife defense concepts to remember Why Adam chose to…

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SOCIALITE DETROIT PARTY: Meet Joy Santiago Clark, Celebrating to Build New Playgrounds for Children 6:29

3M ago6:29

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#socialitedetroit #detroit #interview Please visit ✨ https://thegoddesspowershow.com/✨ Learn how I can help YOU activate your Goddess Power to create your personal and professional empire from a throne of power wearing a crown of confidence and joy. IN THIS EPISODE of The Goddess Power Show with Elizabeth Ann Atkins®: Meet Joy Santiago Clark, co-fo…

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Episode #128: Ed Snyder - Oaktree Financial Advisors 29:17

4M ago29:17

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Ed and his wife, Gina have been married for 28 years. They have five children ranging in age from 8 to 21. He enjoys spending time with his family, exercising, reading and the occasional (or not so occasional) cigar. Ed began his financial services career in 1994 with a large national firm. He soon realized that most “financial advisors” were sales…

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How to Love and Accept Yourself Just as You Are and Share Your Best Self with the World 10:32

3M ago10:32

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#detroit #wellnesstips #writerscommunity #socialitedetroit #detroit #interview Please visit ✨ https://thegoddesspowershow.com/✨ Learn how I can help YOU activate your Goddess Power to create your personal and professional empire from a throne of power wearing a crown of confidence and joy. IN THIS EPISODE of The Goddess Power Show with Elizabeth An…

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How to Balance Work, School and Family as an Ambitious Woman and Entrepeneur 6:30

4M ago6:30

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#photoboothrental #detroit #wellnesstips #socialitedetroit #detroit #interview Please visit ✨ https://thegoddesspowershow.com/✨ Learn how I can help YOU activate your Goddess Power to create your personal and professional empire from a throne of power wearing a crown of confidence and joy. IN THIS EPISODE of The Goddess Power Show with Elizabeth An…

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Episode #127: Adam Grubb - Adam Grubb Media 43:24

4M ago43:24

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Adam Grubb is a seasoned professional with over two decades of experience in broadcast, media, and marketing. Starting his career at 15 as a radio personality, he spent seven years playing the hits of the 90s and 2000s as well as promotions director. Adam transitioned into new home sales for a few years before joining Pro Builder and Pro Remodeler,…

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How to Take Mission Trips That Help People Around the World 8:54

4M ago8:54

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#detroit #wellnesstips #writerscommunity #socialitedetroit #detroit #interview Please visit ✨ https://thegoddesspowershow.com/✨ Learn how I can help YOU activate your Goddess Power to create your personal and professional empire from a throne of power wearing a crown of confidence and joy. IN THIS EPISODE of The Goddess Power Show with Elizabeth An…

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Fitness and a Healthy Lifestyle Are the Fountain of Youth! 11:36

4M ago11:36

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#videointerview #detroit #wellnesstips #socialitedetroit #detroit #interview Please visit ✨ https://thegoddesspowershow.com/✨ Learn how I can help YOU activate your Goddess Power to create your personal and professional empire from a throne of power wearing a crown of confidence and joy. IN THIS EPISODE of The Goddess Power Show with Elizabeth Ann …

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This beautiful, brilliant woman hosts gala events to help children and adults have a better life 11:39

4M ago11:39

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#detroit #wellnesstips #writerscommunity #socialitedetroit #detroit #interview Please visit ✨ https://thegoddesspowershow.com/✨ Learn how I can help YOU activate your Goddess Power to create your personal and professional empire from a throne of power wearing a crown of confidence and joy. IN THIS EPISODE of The Goddess Power Show with Elizabeth An…

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