Best Samuel Winter Podcasts (2024)

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The Strength of my Limitations with Guest Science Reporter and Author, Sadie Dingfelder 28:57

3d ago28:57

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This is a story of a woman who didn't realize she had neurological conditions that were perhaps altering her abilities until she was in her forties. You ask how is that possible? Well, Sadie thought that everyone was just like her. She assumed everyone else's brain worked just like hers. Her biggest cheerleader was her grandmother, who since Sadie …

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Difficult Waters To Navigate with Guest Author Ken Gagne. Looking Back at S3E2 28:03

10d ago28:03

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My guest grew up in Chicopee, MA, a mill town, textiles/paper, with hard working moms and dads just trying to provide for their families. The large immigrant community was trying to develop new skills while developing new ties with their new neighbors. Ken's father's family was from Quebec, Canada and his mom, Cindy, her family immigrated from Scot…

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Unconventional And Selfless with Guest Licensed Marriage and Family Counselor Roya Dedeaux. Looking Back at S3E1 29:26

17d ago29:26

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As a licensed Marriage and Family Counselor, author and public speaker, Roya Dedeaux hears lots of 'mom' stories. The one she's most proud of is the story of her own mother, Pam. Pam and her siblings as well as her mother, Roya's grandmother, were all educators. Education and learning was always a topic of concern whenever they got together. So whe…

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137: Mentoring, with Charlynn Ruan 26:25

21d ago26:25

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How do you identify a woman who can be a good mentor? Who do you listen to, how old are they, where are they in their life and career? How do you start a mentoring relationship? How do you gracefully end one? Listen in to this latest episode to think about who you want as a mentor and how to achieve it with our guest Charlynn Ruan. Dr. Charlynn Rua…

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The Everlasting Consequence of A Mother’s Grudge and A Son’s Remorse with Guest Journalist And Author Samuel G. Freedman. Looking Back at S2E48 29:19

26d ago29:19

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As a teen, Sam neglected to really connect with his mother. Unfortunately, Eleanor passed away at a very young. In time, as a journalist, Sam realized he had the skills to research his mom's past and get to know her from the beginning. In "Who She Was, My Search For My Mother's Life," you'll find the story of a beautiful young woman who had so many…

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136: Virtual friendshipw, with Sara Miley 27:02

29d ago27:02

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Is it possible to have a friend that you've never met in real life? In our modern times the answer is: definitely. We can keep in touch virtually. Video calls, texting, keeping tabs on social media. Meeting in real life absolutely has its advantages. But it isn't the only way we can build friendships. You can build connection virtually, though it i…

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Into Each Life Some Rain Must Fall with Guest Pulitzer Prize Journalist Tim Wacker. Looking Back at S1E16 38:56

1M ago38:56

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Did your mother ever suggest you take a 'SeaMester'-a semester off from college to sail to the caribbean and keep a journal? Or maybe your mom convinced your dad to quit his job and jump in the car for a once in a lifetime family vacation to Alaska? Or how about, forgo Christmas in order to participate in an anti Vietnam war protest in DC? Most lik…

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135: Friendship is the new marriage, with Rachel Steinman and Rachel Winter 29:54

1M ago29:54

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Making friends in the era of platonic romance. The fact is that friendship is the new marriage. We can find intimacy without sex, be invested in each others lives, and grow in friendship together. Just us as we talk with Rachel Steinman and Rachel Winter, authors of the book Stay Golden, Girls as we chat about the importance of women’s friendships …

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Faith, Hope and Charity with Guest Family Advocate, Rachel Bruno. Looking Back at S2E45 29:51

1M ago29:51

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Rachel's father was a prominent doctor and pastor in Brazil. Unfortunately, Rachel's dad passed away when she was only 9 months old. After a few short years, Theresa, Rachel's mother, finds herself moving to the US on behalf of a sponsorship from a Christian church mainly because of her diseased husband's reputation. The two women relied heavily on…

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134: Virtual friendships, with Jodi Samuels 30:02

1M ago30:02

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Jodi Samuels is a connector who shares much of her life on social media. As a result her life is full of friends, followers, and buddies. Virtual friendships have advantages in modern times, especially the ability to break cultural barriers and make connections between people with diverse needs. As we get older our friendships become fewer and more…

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They Gave Me The Freedom To Discover Myself with Guest CFO and Co-Host of Next Level University Podcast, Kevin Palmieri 27:59

2M ago27:59

27:59

In his 20's, Kevin took a job unexpectedly and stuck with it for a while. He made great money, had a car and beautiful girlfriend, but he realized he still wasn't happy on the inside. He was caught up and looking for happiness in the wrong places. Now he's motivated and confident and he's helping others get to that "next lever in life"-one that mat…

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133: Defining limits within friendships, with Jan and Jillian Yuhas 26:45

2M ago26:45

26:45

How do you handle boundaries in a friendship? Have you ever had a conversation with a friend about your values, to get on the same page? Joins us as we chat with Jan and Jillian Yuhas about boundaries and self-worth, and why they matter in our relationships. We learn how an ultimatum is not a boundary and the importance of thinking about "we" in a …

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My Mother Was Unable to Change the Generational Cycle of Abuse with Guest Counselor and Positive Psychology Coach, Diane Lang 28:51

2M ago28:51

28:51

"It was all just about her," Lang explains. Her mom, Ann, was never going to change. A mother who stuck to her routine whether it was taking a long bath, bike ride, going to the gym , it was all about he needs and wants and not her daughter's. Ann had a tough childhood, grew up in a strict household, so she was going to raise Diane the same way. Th…

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132: Friendship and fear, with Dawn Bennett 27:30

2M ago27:30

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Does fear play a role in your friendships? We chat with Dawn Bennett about how fear shuts down our ability to be open and can create a divide in our relationships, how to do the emotional work around our own reactions to people, and how that all relates to the human need to connect. Dawn Bennett is a trainer, coach, and accredited EFT practitioner.…

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Women Inspiring Women- Education Was the Path to Freedom with Guest Author and Anthropologist, Dr. Faith Mitchell 28:44

2M ago28:44

28:44

Once Faith and I had a confirmed our record date and time, Dr. Mitchell wrote saying "coincidentally this is Juneteenth. What interesting alignment and a good opportunity to honor the ancestors who paved the way for so many of us today." And I couldn't have agreed more. Ophelia, My guest's mother and one of twelve children, was born in Chester Coun…

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131: Healthy boundaries with work friends, with Tina Baxter 27:54

2M ago27:54

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How can we maintain healthy boundaries with our friends in the workplace? Join us as we chat with Tina Baxter about how we have friends we work with, and also make friends with people at our work. There are things to consider in terms of these relationships, i.e., boundaries, for things like social media (what can or should you be sharing, or not s…

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A Foundation Based in Love and Positivity with Guest Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Vaynersports, AJ Vaynerchuk 29:16

2M ago29:16

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AJ is the youngest of three children. The eldest, Gary was born in Belarus and about three years old when the family emigrated to the United States. Tamara didn't have your typical childhood. She was born in the former Soviet Union. During turbulent times, when Tamara was a young girl, she lost many family members, including her mother at the age o…

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130: Evolving friendships, with Jamie Lerner 24:34

2M ago24:34

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How comfortable are you with yourself? That makes a difference in how you show up, for yourself and your friends. When you know and care for yourself you don't need to take what others say or do personally. And you can understand where your friend is coming from--and that it isn't about you. We project a lot onto other people (in some ways, your re…

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“Her Affection Came with Strings Attached” with Guest Podcast Host, Author and Construction Coach, Elinor Moshe 31:52

2M ago31:52

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Elinor is definitely driven professionally and personally. She's been studying, exploring and researching how or why she feels as though she had lost her true self, and now she's doing something about it. She's written several books, won many awards for her approach and understanding of bringing "the best of you" forward and getting the best payoff…

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129: Friendship and corporate politics, with Mark Herschberg 28:20

3M ago28:20

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The line between work friends and office politics can be blurry! We dive into the world of professional friendships with Mark Hershberg, author of The Career Toolkit: Essential Skills for Success That No One Taught you. We explore how to leverage the power of connection while avoiding the pitfalls of favoritism.Hear expert advice on: The benefits o…

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She Fled Cuba For Her Children's Future with Guest Illustrator, Artist and Author Edel Rodriguez 33:02

3M ago33:02

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I've attached many of the links below that will take you to Edel's artwork and designs. He's highly regarded and is recognized nationally and internationally for his works. His childhood and childhood memories lends itself to his creations today. He has gone back to Cuba a number of times to see his remaining family members and truly understands al…

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128: Friendships at work after 50, with Ellen Rothstein 27:27

3M ago27:27

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Are you socially connected at work? Those who work typically spend a lot of time at work. And work friendship are a benefit, but can get complicated. We want to find our own tribe within the workplace, but what do we do when someone leaves--does the friendship end? As we get older, our roles in the workplace evolve, and that can change friendship r…

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Sobriety and Healing Begin with Forgiveness With Guest Sobriety Consultant Gina Kunadian 28:18

3M ago28:18

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Linda, one of six siblings, left home at 17-18 years old. She had a terrible childhood with an verbally and emotionally abusive mother. She did eventually embrace her relationship with her mother and forgave her. My guest, Gina is convinced that she can help with ones sobriety. She's living proof that you can change your life and be healthy and hap…

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127: Expectations of friendship, with Emily Cox 26:48

3M ago26:48

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We have social expectations for the ending of romantic relationships, but we don't have many for the ending of a friendship. Join us as we talk with Emily Cox about the role of our social life in our identity and how we develop that, and how common an experience it is for us to struggle with friendship, especially when many of us didn't get many of…

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Mom, Thank You for Never Giving Up Your Dreams With Guest Children's Book Author and Illustrator Bonnie Kelso 29:20

3M ago29:20

29:20

It was such a joy to speak with my guest, Bonnie Kelso. A graduate of Rhode Island School of Design (RISD), she's been working in the arts her whole life and it seems to fit her perfectly. As an illustrator of kid's books, she loves sharing her adventures in the outdoors from around the world with her readers. Her books are fun, informational and b…

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126: Networking and mentorship, with Melissa Snow 27:24

3M ago27:24

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What are the benefits of having a female mentor--in business or in life? We sat down with Melissa Snow to discuss how to find a community to support you and how to create genuine connections. We talked about the role of networking (it's not just about making connections), the value in finding someone who believes in you, and who you trust, to be a …

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She Opened My Eyes To See The World With Guest Travel Writer and Photographer Jeremiah Gilbert 28:17

3M ago28:17

28:17

Jeremiah joined me to share stories of his mother, who in his mind was "a straight shooter," she told you exactly how and what she felt. She was a huge inspiration in his life and had hoped to take her on a special trip to Israel for her sixtieth birthday. He did eventually get to bring her with him but not exactly as they had imagined. At the same…

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125: Life affirming friendships, with Susie Schaefer 26:50

4M ago26:50

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As we get older, our friendship circles often get smaller. We know who we are. Truths come out. We look for comfort. We seek stability and will let go of things, including friendships, that don't feel balanced. Listen in on our conversations with transformational book coach Susie Schaefer, who counts many of her clients as life-affirming friends. S…

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She Put Her Foot Down With Guest Educator and Facilitator of Child Anxiety Support Dawn Friedman. Looking Back at S2E44. 27:48

4M ago27:48

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My guest is a licensed professional clinical counselor in the state of Ohio. She has over 30 years experience working with children and parents. Friedman passionately emphasizes, "I love struggling moms, they're trying to heal generational trauma through their own parenting." Ms. Friedman also provides services through a membership program called c…

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124: Finding your voice, with Erin Roberts 29:27

4M ago29:27

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Why are we sometimes so afraid to use our voices? Our voice sets us apart from other mammals, yet we can be so afraid to use it. For fear that our ideas will not be interesting enough or not have enough value. Even among our friends. Listen in on our conversation with voice coach Erin Roberts as we talk about how our hearts and minds live in our bo…

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Her Dream Was Bigger Than Her Pride with Guest Youth Development Consultant Shaun Banks. Looking Back @ S2E43 28:19

4M ago28:19

28:19

Sharon, Shaun's mom had 2 kids and was living in subsidized housing when she started her janitorial business in the CD, central district of Seattle, WA. People laughed and were critical of her because she was 'cleaning houses' but mother knew best. Lots of drugs and crime hit their neighborhood in the 1980's and she knew she had to make a living to…

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123: Motivating each other to move, with Sarah Parise 29:35

4M ago29:35

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Have you ever thought about the benefits of working out with a friend? Listen in on our conversation with personal trainer Sarah Parise as we discuss how our friends can keep us accountable to our exercise programs and can encourage us to be more adventurous. We talked about how to start small with an exercise program if you are starting from scrat…

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“It’s Okay To Love Yourself” with Guest Australian Singer and Voice Actor Donna Burke 29:43

4M ago29:43

29:43

Donna Burke explains that her mum gave birth to seven children of which there are two sets of twins. Donna is the first born twin to a boy and the second set of twins was also boy/girl. She basically in the middle of the seven children. To add to Donna's many talents, she is also the long time English announcer on the Shinkansen bullet train, from …

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122: Mentoring emerging leaders, with Sharlee Lyons 25:06

4M ago25:06

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Have you ever considered the power of mentoring in catapulting leaders to all-star status? Beyond just being a guiding hand, it can be a powerful tool in fostering authentic leadership and team development. In this episode, we talk about the essence of female mentorship and why it is crucial in today's professional landscape. With our guest, Sharle…

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A Single Mom and a Force of Nature with Guest Author Lorraine Duffy Merkl. LOOKING BACK AT S2E42 29:27

4M ago29:27

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I wanted to give you an update on Lorraine's mom, since our original publication of the episode was in November, 2021. Lorraine's mom, Angelina, passed away in March 2023, at 100 years old. And Lorraine let me know that it was taking some time to adjust to not having her mom with her by her side. Lorraine took care of her mother for many, many year…

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121: Confidence matters in your friendships, with Tamara Plug 27:56

4M ago27:56

27:56

From Project BFF HQ, Terri and Manya riff on how confidence can be the antidote to feelings of isolation in disconnect in our relationships, with fun and confidence coach Tamara Pflug. We are wired for survival. Our brains are on the lookout for danger, that is how it keeps us alive. Being part of a tribe is safety, and there is value for us in fee…

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The Beatles, My Mom and Tourette Syndrome with Guest Musician and Composer Stephen DiJoseph 28:10

5M ago28:10

28:10

Speaking with Stephen was just such a delight. He's easy going, insightful, entertaining and talented. He clearly loves his kraft. He's an accomplished pianist, drummer, guitarist and vocalist. My guest studied jazz, pop and classical music genres. When Stephen was a young boy, he saw the Beatles on the Ed Sullivan Show, and that was the beginning …

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120: Decluttering friendships, with Julie Caraccio 25:05

5M ago25:05

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From Project BFF HQ, Terri and Manya riff on the concept of clutter in our friend relationships, with coach and professional declutterer Julie Caraccio. We discussed the role of boundaries, how to be confident in your boundaries, and how to make real change (hint: It involves awareness and action). We also asked the question: what is the clutter in…

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The Value of a Mother's Premonition With Guest Author and Poet Anthony McDuffie Jr 28:28

5M ago28:28

28:28

It was an absolute pleasure to have this open conversation with Anthony about where his journey started as a young boy full of sadness, frustration resentment and despair and the miraculous transformation he has made as a young man. He had to learn some really tough lessons but to his credit, he feels that he had to go through everything that he di…

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119: Friendship and anger, with Bronwyn Schweigerdt 29:37

5M ago29:37

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From Project BFF HQ, Terri and Manya riff on dealing with emotions like anger in friendship, with psychotherapist and anger expert Bronwyn Schweigerdt. We talk about the importance of recognizing when one is feeling anger--you have to validate it, name it to tame it. We went into detail about how anger is a secondary emotion, there is always anothe…

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Mothers Are The Culture Keepers with Guest Founder of Sovereign Eats, Moksha. Looking Back at S2E41 30:20

5M ago30:20

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"Grenada is very traditional" says my guest, Moksha, who was born and raised on the island and now lives in the US. "A large portion of Grenadians still believe that 'little girls should be seen and not heard' and girls should concentrate on domestics and house keeping," continues my guest. Coincidentally, that 'saying' about little girls is an Eng…

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118: Supporting our friends, with Terry Tucker 26:34

5M ago26:34

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From Project BFF HQ, Terri and Manya riff with Terry Tucker, about stop worrying about dying and focusing on living. He is a cancer patient, and he shares with us some of what he has learned about friendship through this journey. He reminds us of the importance of being there to support our friends when they are going through a difficult time. Also…

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Don't Let Your Past Define You with Guest Serial Entrepreneur Kevin Jerome. Looking Back at S2E38 29:25

5M ago29:25

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Today, Kevin Jerome is the proud owner of four companies, a far cry from what he thought his future would be when he was a teen. " A kid who grew up in a 2 bedroom apartment, living with 14 people, evicted twice as a teen," says Jerome, " I'm a true example of how you can turn your life around." At a young age, Kevin taught himself to read and even…

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117: Mentoring and friendship, with JR Rennie 26:58

5M ago26:58

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From Project BFF HQ, Terri and Manya riff with John "JR" Rennie about leadership, mentorship, and friendship. We talk about relying on others--friends or mentors--to give us direction when we are facing the unknown, wise bits of advice from a trusted source can make all the difference in the world. In addition, we discussed how to be a good mentor …

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I Learned the Significance of Love, Resilience and Self-Reliance from my Mom with Guest Marketing Specialist Costas Schuler 30:59

5M ago30:59

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Costas Schuler is a Graphic Designer/Marketing and Branding Specialist. He lives in the Fort Lauderdale area of Florida. You'll find links below to catch up on the latest from Costas. The thought of his mother finding out about the crazy stuff Costas was up to as a teen, kept him on the straight and narrow. He says, "she was the bad cop, dad was th…

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116: Deeper levels of friendship with Ashley Carver 27:52

6M ago27:52

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From Project BFF HQ, Terri and Manya riff on building deeper levels of friendship with Ashley Carver. We discuss how friendships evolve over time, what role fear may play in our relationships, how our ideals for friendship may change as we get older, and why it is important for our friendships that we know ourselves, as well. Ashley Carver is a spi…

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“She Taught Me About Determination, Perseverance and Unconditional Love” with Guest Author and Retired Professor Emeritus, Robert W. Norris 31:00

6M ago31:00

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Kaye and her family traveled from to the Pacific Northwest and eventually settled in White Salmon, WA. In order for them to have food on the table and a roof over their head, they had to work hard. With all those mouths to feed and though at times there wasn't much to go around, they felt blessed because they had each other. Nothing could get in Ka…

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115: Investing in friendship with Tamika Carlton 29:32

6M ago29:32

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From ProjectBFF HQ, Terri and Manya riff on the topic of friendship with relationship expert Tamika Carlton. We talked about the fact that studies show that only 14% of people are truly happy and what does that really mean. We know that friendships contribute to our happiness and we talked about how we have to invest in our relationships. We also d…

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All Or Nothing with Guest Speaking Coach and Author David Thomas. Looking Back at S2E40. 28:23

6M ago28:23

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He's not a professional comic but laughter comes easy for David Thomas. It's actually one field that he hasn't tried professionally, but would love to some day. Thomas is a Global Professional Speaker and a CEO Presentation Skills Coach. In case you haven't heard about his crazy memory abilities, he's also an International Grandmaster of Memory, br…

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114: Friendship and leaders, with Jennifer Wilson 31:19

6M ago31:19

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From Project BFF HQ, Terri and Manya riff about the unique challenges of friendship for women in leadership roles, with leadership coach Jennifer Wilson. We discussed some of the difficulties of mixing friendship and leadership--especially the power balance and how the need for confidentiality can be a challenge for friend relationships at work. An…

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