Join us on a path towards self actualization with "If We Only Knew Then," a podcast that dives deep into the realms of mental health, personal development, spirituality, living with intention, and the hard earned wisdom that midlife offers. Hosted by Nora McMahon and Paul Overton, each episode is an exploration of the human experience, offering insights, tools, and stories that empower and inspire. Through conversations that address the complexities of modern living while honoring timeless w ...
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Rebel speaks with actors and musicians as well as entertainers of various sorts. Focusing on people who are working in the above fields, but who may not yet be on the marquee is her M.O. This podcast says it all...too much...yeah, all!
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Pop My Culture is a weekly-ish podcast hosted by comedic actors and improvisers Cole Stratton and Vanessa Ragland. Join these two entertainment nerds and their special guests as they discuss movies, music, television, celebrity gossip, etc. without all those pesky “serious” topics like politics, religion and the environment. I mean, you can tune into Fresh Air for that. We’ll just tackle the trivial watercooler stuff, ok?
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Resume Living to Eulogy Living- How to Transform Your Mindset for a More Engaged Life
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Summary: The conversation explores the differences between resume living and eulogy living, focusing on professional achievements and goals versus experiences, relationships, and personal growth. It emphasizes the importance of contemplating death and prioritizing values and virtues. The hosts discuss the need to mend relationships, pursue meaningf…
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Building Community In the Era of Disconnect
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Summary: Communities are the lifeblood of society, providing a sense of belonging, support, and identity. Building and maintaining communities in midlife can be challenging, but it is crucial for personal growth and well-being. Studies show that having strong friendships and community connections significantly predict well-being and can protect aga…
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The midlife crisis is a challenging period that involves questioning identity, career, mortality, relationships, and more. It can lead to feelings of confusion, uncertainty, and anxiety. Some common experiences in midlife include identity questioning, career re-evaluation, relationship challenges, and mortality awareness. Midlife also brings a desi…
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Sympathy, Empathy and Compassion-How to Avoid Emotional Burnout and Still Connect
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In this conversation, Nora and Paul discuss the differences between sympathy, empathy, and compassion. They define each term and explore their various components. They also discuss the merits and downsides of each and highlight the importance of showing care to others while maintaining one's own peace and energy. Nora shares personal examples to il…
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EMDR therapy- What is it? How does it work? And is it a therapy I should explore?
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Regina Blaine, a trauma-focused therapist, discusses EMDR therapy and the concept of trauma. Trauma is not solely determined by the intensity of an event but by how it is stored in the brain. EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a therapy that helps process traumatic memories by inducing a neurobiological state similar to REM sle…
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Imposter Syndrome-Overcoming Feelings of Fraud and Embracing Our Authentic Selves
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In this conversation, Nora and Paul discuss imposter syndrome, its causes, manifestations, and how to overcome it. They share their personal experiences of feeling like frauds and discuss the societal and cultural factors that contribute to imposter syndrome. They emphasize the importance of self-compassion and self-acceptance in combating imposter…
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Altered States- Psychedelics, Meditation, Cannabis and Expanding our Middle Aged Minds
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In this conversation, Paul and Nora discuss altered states of mind, including their experiences with meditation, mushrooms, LSD, and cannabis. They emphasize the importance of meditation as a tool for creating space between thoughts and finding inner peace. They also share their personal journeys with meditation and how it has helped them cope with…
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Boundaries- How to Protect Your Peace
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Boundaries play a crucial role in maintaining healthy relationships, managing stress, and preserving our emotional well-being. In this episode, Nora and Paul discuss the importance of boundaries and how to cultivate the confidence and assertiveness needed to establish and honor them. They explore different types of boundaries, including personal, e…
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In this episode, Paul and Nora discuss the shame that men carry and its effects on their thoughts, feelings, and behavior. They explore the societal expectations placed on men and how these expectations can lead to a sense of never being good enough. The conversation emphasizes the importance of working with shame to develop a more integrated view …
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In this conversation, Nora and Paul discuss the impact of media consumption on our mental well-being and offer alternative movies, TV shows, books, and social media accounts that promote beauty, hope, and connection. They highlight the importance of being intentional about what we consume and how it affects our brains. The conversation covers TV sh…
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In this conversation, Paul and Nora discuss the fear of failure and its causes. They explore the impact of unsupportive or perfectionist parents, associating failure with identity, feelings of unworthiness, fear of others' opinions, and shame. They highlight the importance of understanding these causes and finding ways to overcome them in order to …
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In this episode, Paul and Nora discuss the process of forgiveness and the tools and concepts they have used to forgive themselves and others. They introduce the three pillars of forgiveness: mercy, compassion, and grace. They emphasize the importance of self-forgiveness and the need to let go of guilt and blame. Through personal anecdotes and insig…
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In this episode, Nora and Paul discuss the concept of pivoting and the importance of being adaptable in an ever-changing world. They define pivoting as switching a specific area of life or thought to align with reality and suit changing needs. They explore various examples of pivoting, including career changes, identity shifts, and emotional flexib…
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To say that cynicism is pervasive in modern society is a sizeable understatement. It has so woven itself into the fabric of our society, that it has become, for many, the standard outlook on life- perhaps, without them even knowing it. A cynic’s main characteristic is the distrust of others and the view that everyone is motivated purely by self int…
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S3E8 Scott Shimamoto - Actor, Comedian, Rapper
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Hello Rebel Sage Perspectives Podcast listeners! Rebel interviews funny guy Scott Shimamoto. Listen now to find out about Scott and his current goings-on. Google Scott Shimamoto. https://rebelsageperspectives.com/By Rebel Sage Perspectives Podcast
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Actor Paul Renteria is an interesting man. From how he got started acting to living his life now and the stories in between, Paul keeps the interview lively. Thank you for taking the time to listen. Paul Renteria can be found on Facebook. Rebel Sage Perspectives is everywhere. Check out https://rebelsageperspectives.com/…
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S3E6 Maestro Giancarlo Guerrero with the Nashville Symphony
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After a seven-month hiatus, Rebel is back and pleased to share with listeners a conversation with Maestro Giancarlo Guerrero of the Nashville Symphony. You guys...the symphony is inclusive. There is something for everyone. Check out Rebel's podcast with the down-to-earth Maestro Guerrero.By Rebel Sage Perspectives Podcast
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Rebel speaks with music industry executive Will Overton. He grew up around music and has great things to say about the business.By Rebel Sage Perspectives Podcast
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Maybe you have passed his studio on Broadway in Nashville, and you may know him by his first name alone. Manuel Cuevas is a style icon who has been sewing since his childhood in Mexico. Rebel was afforded a rare opportunity to chat with Manuel. Check out the conversations here. #manuelcouture #manuel #styleicon #johnnycash #themaninblack #elvispres…
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Rolonda Watts is a super star who has been in numerous shows. Rolonda has played Dr. Wiseman on Curious George for the past 20 years, she has written an amazing novel about love in a time when bi-racial relationships were not acceptable, she has been a talk show host and she has voiced MANY characters in the gaming world and in animation. Rebel was…
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Ray Remington's music will snatch your heart from your chest. Join my guest cohost Caitlin, and I as we chat with Ray about music, life, and carving a path for your brand. @rayremingtonmusic @rebelsageperspectives #musicismydrug #musicisart #ilovemyguitarBy Rebel Sage Perspectives Podcast
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SEASON 3 Premier Bernadette Johnson-Miss Voluptuous USA Contestant
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Join Rebel Sage Perspectives for our Season 3 Premier with Bernadette Johnson, a contestant in the Miss Voluptuous USA Pageant. Bernadette speaks candidly about her drive to succeed in the beauty industry.By Rebel Sage Perspectives Podcast
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S2 E31 SEASON FINALE with Hollywood's Jasper Cole
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Twiggy Will has a voice like honey. Her latest single "Sneaky Link" is one of the smoothest sounds out right now. Rebel Sage Perspectives Podcast on Apple PodcastsBy Rebel Sage Perspectives Podcast
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We chat with Gino Montesinos, from Malignant. Gino has been acting for many years. His credits include, but are not limited to NCIS, The Young and the Restless, NCIS: LA, NUMB3RS, the NHMC Latinx Showcase, and a host of many other things.By Rebel Sage Perspectives Podcast
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S2 E28 Leo Hernandez - Actor and Funny Guy
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You cannot afford to miss our podcast with Actor and funny guy Leo Hernandez. I (Rebel) am SO excited that I reached out to Leo. We loved chatting with him and getting to know a little about Leo. You definitely want to check this interview out. Also, Leo is the face of Breathe Right at the moment. He is on their home page. Love this!!! Find Leo on …
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Accomplished actress and stuntwoman Lisa Catara chats with Rebel and Sage about her interesting trajectory in Hollywood. @lisa_catara @beinganactor @alejandropatino12 Rebel Sage Perspectives Podcast on Apple Podcasts www.rebelsageperspectives.comBy Rebel Sage Perspectives Podcast
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Charismatic actor Matt Ransdell joins us to talk about his history, how he got to this point, and following your path. He has done a great deal of voice over work, some Broadway shows, commercials, and he recently wrapped on his first feature film. He also works as a motivational speaker. After chatting with him, we understand. @mattissuperman @reb…
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We had the pleasure of speaking with actress Carmina Garay. Carmina has been acting since she was very young. Hear her talk about acting, education, and what it takes to be a successful actress/actor. @officialcarminagaray on IG #carminagaray #rebelsageperspectives #diaryofafuturepresident #youngactress #futureofhollywood #checkherout #disney+ #dis…
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S2E24 Illuminations of the Fantastic with Author Daniella Rushton
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Rebel Sage Perspectives was given the rare opportunity to speak with Philip Palacios of eMag Illuminations of the Fantastic and Author Daniella Rushton about their currently running online publication containing Daniella's fairytale The Special Seed. It is always a pleasure to speak with these individuals. www.illuminationsfantastic.com www.thepant…
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Rebel and Sage talk about hair, the spare heir, the reverse dollar princess, and musical genres on Rebel's playlist. We were told that you guys wanted to hear more "Rebel." If this applies to you, this is your episode!!By Rebel Sage Perspectives Podcast
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Guitar badass Jordan Roepke joins us to talk about rocking out, touring, and his photography. Jordan Roepke is an award nominated, published portrait, and wedding photographer from just south of Nashville, TN. His work comprises a classic feel with a modern aesthetic, giving every client a one of a kind portrait experience. As a wedding photographe…
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S2Ep21 Silo Recording's Delaney & Bill Hafener
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Since the mid 80's, Bill Hafener has been playing in bands, running a recording studio, collecting gear, or a combination thereof. He started playing guitar at the age of six, taking it more seriously as he aged. His first foray into recording was on two reel-to-reel tape decks, bouncing tracks back and forth between the two in an attempt to multi-…
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S2E20 Bart Herbison from Nashville Songwriters Association International
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Bart Herbison is the Executive Director of the Nashville Songwriters Association International (NSAI), the world's largest not-for-profit songwriters trade organization and advocacy group dedicated to the songwriting profession. Established in 1967, NSAI’s membership of nearly 5,000 spans the United States and many other countries. With more than 1…
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Paying it forward is what Quiet Entertainer is finest at. Hailing from Nashville, Tennessee, Quiet Entertainer is an electronic, hip-hop, ambient music producer. From a young age, Quiet Entertainer soaked in every musical and theatrical event he was exposed to. Taking bits and pieces from it all, he constructed his music in order to showcase the mo…
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S2E18 Robert Casas of The Roffolos & Marrano Beach Records
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Robert Casas of The Ruffolos and Marrano Beach Records started playing shows in backyards. Robert wanted to make it big in the music industry, but time and money held him back. He felt: Underappreciated Irritated Annoyed Stuck Have you felt that you had mad musical talent with no way to share it with the masses? Robert wasn’t failing at music, but …
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S2E17 Aaron Brigman-Creator of Bern Notice (the Cartoon)
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BERN NOTICE…the cartoon…creator Aaron Brigman began his project with ZERO knowledge of animation. When it comes down to it, you have to follow YOUR true north. He wasn’t fighting the cliched “Man”, he was fighting to gain the right knowledge. It wasn’t until he decided to make his dream a reality that he felt he had found success. You can always tr…
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Some of you joined our journey with our first podcast and others of you have hopped on this ride recently. No matter when you found us, you are here now, and we appreciate you. Thank you for listening and watching us. In this podcast we share some background on Rebel and Sage, or Michelle and Rudy...the real us. If you want to learn about Rebel and…
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S2E15 Empty Seat (the band) Erin, Anthony & Rickey with Rebel & Sage
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Empty Seat. What can one say about a group of the chillest, coolest singer/songwriter/musicians originally out of Whittier, California? These cats have been together for twenty plus years. When they started, they didn't even know how to play music. Self taught. No formal lessons. Kick ass!! Rebel was super nervous to interview Empty Seat. She thoug…
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We talk with Actor Eddie Ruiz this week. He has been in so many things that it is tough to remember them all, but here are a few: Maddoggin', Ghostown, That's So Raven, Tosh.0, and Partly Entertainers. Eddie left Boyle Heights to attend CSU-Fullerton and then went on to London's famed The Central School of Speech and Drama. Think Dame Judi Dench, S…
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Rebel and Sage talk about the changes coming for our podcast in the very near future. We want you, the listener, to take time to enjoy our show without it cutting into your extraordinarily busy lives. We have great things upcoming. Check us out at Rebel Sage Perspectives on Apple Podcasts. #rebel #sage #rebelsageperspectives #changesupcoming #podc…
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S2E12 Joaquin Garay III Actor Extraordinaire
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Joaquin Garay III has been acting since he was a toddler. He was in a commercial at age 4 and rose quickly to a lead role as Paco in Herbie Goes Bananas. He has steadily worked in Hollywood over his lifetime and even better, he is a funny, fabulous, kind human. Listen now. SUBSCRIBE. SUBSCRIBE. SUBSCRIBE. IG @joaquingarayiii @rebelsageperspectives …
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Douglas Taurel is the Writer, Director, and Actor of the play American Soldier. Douglas turned his play into an episodic on Amazon Prime. It is called Landing Home and it is a fantastic story about veterans. Check it out. www.douglastaurel.com www.rebelsageperspectives.com http://tinyurl.com/RebelSagePerspectivesPodcast Listen on Spotify…
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S2E10 Actor Joe Mackey. (psst...he looks like a Hallmark movie guy!)
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Joe Mackey joins us to talk about his rise in Hollywood. If this guy doesn't make it big, there is something wrong with Hollywood. He looks like Tyler Hoechlin, Jesse Metcalfe and Chris McNally. If you know, you know. We definitely enjoyed talking with Joe...despite Rebel's technical difficulties. At least it wasn't a wardrobe malfunction! Find Joe…
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Texas singer/songwriter Tina Marzola speaks with Rebel and Sage about country music, country music singers and songwriting greats. www.rebelsageperspectives.comBy Rebel Sage Perspectives
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She Ain't The Lady Kind-Ariana Ortiz-S2E8
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Rebel and Sage speak with Texas singer/songwriter Ariana Ortiz about her music. She sings her original song "She Ain't The Lady Kind" for us. Subscribe on YouTube by searching Rebel Sage Perspectives. www.rebelsageperspectives.comBy Rebel Sage Perspectives
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UK Author Daniella Rushton - Season 2 Episode 7
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The Panther Tales Author, Daniella Rushton, sits on the virtual couch to chat with Rebel and Sage. We did manage to make Daniella blush. Listen to hear an excerpt from the book. Find us and Daniella at the following web addresses. Like, SUSCRIBE, follow, etc on all social media. We are on YouTube!! www.rebelsageperspectives.com www.thepanthertales.…
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E6 Gabriel Goulding: Photographer & Van-lifer
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We chatted with Gabriel Goulding because van-life intrigues Rebel and because Gabriel Goulding has some interesting photography going on. Plus, Gabriel is a kind, centered, chill fella who travels all over, taking pictures and studying the human condition.By Rebel Sage Perspectives
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Join Rebel and Sage as they chat with Texas transplant, blues man, Alex Lease. He wasn't born in Texas, but he got there as quickly as he could. You can see him live every Saturday at 1PM at Guitars and Growlers in Richardson, Texas. Find Alex on all socials by searching Alex Lease. (He is wearing a hat in his pic.) Subscribe to us here and on YouT…
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The new year has been full. Rebel and Sage catch up on their goings-on. They also discuss witness protection. Does anyone know exactly how this works? Dr. Sage talks to Rebel about aligning the spine and the reason she gets wiggly after recording, seated, for a bit. It is not actually her ADD kicking in to disrupt her. (No, he is not really a docto…
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