Are you creating work that fully expresses who you are? Does the process of making the thing give you energy upward momentum? Are you living a creative lifestyle that is aligned with your values and desires? The Creative Impostor exits at the intersection of identity and creativity. It’s a deep inquiry into both who we are and why we make what we make. Host Andrea Klunder has inhabited many creative roles: singer, actor, writer, filmmaker, yoga teacher, bodyworker, meditator, entrepreneur, p ...
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Power Your Story is produced by high school students in the Podcast Tech & Production programs of After School Matters in Chicago. We represent diverse voices, telling our real life stories through the power of podcasting. Each season features a new group of student producers under the mentorship of producer, Andrea Klunder at The Creative Impostor Studios. We share personal stories, interviews, and round table discussions about the topics that matter most to us. Follow us on Facebook, Insta ...
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An intimate dialogue about the craft & culture of podcasting with Your Podcast Boss, Andrea Klunder, to help you create a podcast you and your audience will love. This is NOT your typical "how-to" show -- we're going deeper into the questions and topics you just can't answer with an online search. Ready to make your show the envy of everyone else?
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A round table for aunties like us to come together to share our brilliant ideas, sharp wit, and A+ advice. Whether you're called Auntie, Aunt, Tia, Titi, Aunty, Tante or by any other name, and related by blood or by spirit, you are a fountain of wisdom, a trusted guide, a beguiling role model who brings tremendous love to those you call family. Join us for some conversation, a little bit of self-improvement, and whole lotta laughs because aunties need a place of our own too. And now you've f ...
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Unlock Timeless Wisdom for Modern Challenges. Infuse your creative endeavours with the timeless wisdom of the Bhagavad Gita to unlock your limitless potential and open up to a more meaningful, peaceful, and fulfilling creative journey. Welcome to 'Bhagavad Gita for the Creative Soul,' where writer and seeker Saurin Desai explores his personal thoughts and challenges on work, life, and creativity while sharing practical teachings from the Gita that empower him to wield creativity with grace, ...
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You can’t take action if you don’t have clarity. When you have clarity, you can take intentional action and have the desired impact. Internationally recognized, TEDx Organizer, Strategist, Leadership Coach and Clarity Master Dolores Hirschmann guides the path from confusion to clarity and her guests too. Take the first step to getting clear in your entrepreneurship path, here at Masters In Clarity Podcast! Service providers know how hard it is to grow your business. From coaches offering pro ...
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I've been thinking about death... (don't worry, it's not that serious!)
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Hey. I've been away from this podcast for about 2 years and I'm feeling kinda awkward about it. But, either you're still here or you've just found me, and that makes me super happy because I've been recently inspired to return to producing The Creative Impostor, amidst all of the other shows I'm producing for clients. I've been noticing, however, t…
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Alex shares her experiences trying to fit in and find her friend group in high school. This episode was produced, written and hosted by Alex. Enjoy! Click here to let us know what you liked about the episode. http://www.PowerYourStoryPodcast.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/poweryourstorypodcast Instagram: @PowerYourStoryPodcast YouTube: After…
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BONUS: Ask us a question about the high school experience!
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What have you always wanted to ask a teenager about their high school experience? We are taking questions! Could be about classes, challenges, social media, pop culture, bullying, future dreams, our podcasting program, or anything you’re curious about. Keep the questions clean and classy! You can send them through our contact page https://poweryour…
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Podcasting and Tapping with Pam Covarrubias from Café con Pam
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Pam Covarrubias is a podcaster (like us). On her show, Café con Pam, she hosts interviews over cafécito about mental health, liberation, and entrepreneurship. AND she teaches people how to use Emotional Freedom Technique, or "tapping", to help with anxiety, stress, and fear. She showed us how to do it and you can follow along and try it too. Don't …
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Teaching Special Education Wasn't the Plan with Mr. Amusa & Uriel
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Not every high school teacher goes to college with that as their career goal. Hear the story of how Mr. Amusa, one of Uriel's favorite teachers, came to love his work. Plus, he shares with Uriel the best and worst parts. This was recorded at school between classes. This episode was produced and recorded by Uriel. Enjoy! Click here to let us know wh…
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Love: A round table with Devonte, Daniel, Jackie, Aliz
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A short round table looking at love from different angles. This episode was features Daniel, Devonte, Aliz, and Jackie. Enjoy! Click here to let us know what you liked about the episode. http://www.PowerYourStoryPodcast.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/poweryourstorypodcast Instagram: @PowerYourStoryPodcast YouTube: After School Matters - Powe…
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Keep Dancing & Have a Good Time with Ramón Muñoz
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Dancer and Fitness Instructor Ramón Muñoz returns with more insight into how to teach an excellent dance fitness class, how to choose the right music, and hope for the future. We also got to take a mini-Zumba class with him before our interview. Everyone was smiling! This episode features Jayson, Dorian, Antar, Lailah, Keynia, Elijah, David, Zion, …
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Taylor Swift, Global Shift with Maya, Adrian, Corey, Leo
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Taylor Swift's career has been nothing short of a global phenomenon. Between her 2023 Eras Tour and Super Bowl appearances, her fan base just keeps growing! Whether you're a Swiftie or not, join us for this conversation about why we think she's so popular, and whether $20,000 is TOO much to pay to see her in concert. This episode was produced and c…
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What happens after high school? Will you go to college? Get a job? How do you take care of your responsibilites and follow your dreams? Adrian has some ideas in this solo episode. This episode was produced and hosted by Adrian, with support from Maya. Enjoy! Click here to let us know what you liked about the episode. http://www.PowerYourStoryPodcas…
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Sing For Creative Expression with Davin Youngs
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Are you nervous to sing in public? Or do you love to use your voice? Does singing make you feel good? Davin Youngs is a singer and voice coach who creates immersive sound experiences called The RESET to help people relax and feel more connected. We got to do some improvisational singing with Davin before our interview. Check out his music on Spotif…
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Move Your Body (so it doesn't rust!) Zumba and Dance Fitness with Ramón Muñoz
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Ramón Muñoz is one of Chicago's favorite Zumba instructors. He joined our class online for a mini session and after we worked up a sweat, we got to interview him about exercise, dance, social media and more! Check out his classes and merch at https://www.ramonmunozdf.com/about and learn some moves on Instagram @rmdancefitness. This episode features…
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What kind of music do you like? How do you design the best playlist? What's your earliest memory of music? WARNING: Aden cannot be held responsible for the smile this episode will put on your face. Enjoy! Click here to let us know what you liked about the episode. http://www.PowerYourStoryPodcast.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/poweryourstory…
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Diving into the NFL World with Anneth, Dalilah, Simone
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Why do YOU love watching NFL? Anneth, Dalilah, and Simone are talking about why we enjoy football, who is our favorite team, what we think about refs and more. Note: We recorded this in Fall 2023 BEFORE the 2024 Super Bowl, so find out whether our predictions were right! Enjoy! Click here to let us know what you liked about the episode. http://www.…
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I'm here with some disheartening news. Here it is… Podcasting doesn't work. Now, before you throw up your hands and click to the next thing in your feed, before you swipe on by, before you get defensive… let me tell you how I’ve come to this conclusion. This episode was originally recorded as a live stream, and then edited as a podcast episode for …
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Hey... What are you doing with that podcast?
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Disappointing podcast metrics? Hazy podcast content strategy? Feeling the burnout, the overwhelm, the dread… and it’s only January?! When we only think about podcasting for our business, brand, or organization in order to grow our audience, and the reason we wanna grow our audience is to sell more of a thing in order to make money, then we are ofte…
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In this last episode of season 1, Saurin embarks on a journey of clarity and conviction. He confronts uncertainty by drawing from Chapter 18, Verse 73, seeking to dissolve doubts and embrace confident decision-making. Join him as he shares transformative practices—reading, mentoring, journaling, mindfulness—and explores a path towards peace and pur…
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Your Green Light to Make a Change for Your Podcast
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I don't want to offer you another recap roundup or year in review episode. The other thing I'm not offering you is a “new year, new you” episode. But I DID want to come on here and have a podcast conversation with you because things are changing. And I'm actually pretty excited for 2024! When you started your podcast, you had an idea in mind, proba…
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Merry Christmas & Happy New Year (plus a holiday warning) From Our Producers!
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Our student producers in the Podcast Tech program at Ray Graham Training Center wanted to share their holiday wishes and a cup of good cheer! But beware... Santa's watching you. Thank you for another amazing season of Power Your Story! Enjoy! Click here to let us know what you liked about the episode. http://www.PowerYourStoryPodcast.com Facebook: …
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Open Mic: Christmas Traditions, Food, Music & Controversy
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What's your favorite Christmas tradition? Song? How do you feel about pumpkin spice? Gingerbread? Candy canes? And... is one of our producers a Grinch? You be the judge! This episode features student producers from our fall 2023 session of the Gallery 37 program at After School Matters. Enjoy! Click here to let us know what you liked about the epis…
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In Episode 24, Saurin seeks to unlock the keys to first controlling and then conquering anger. He desires to transition from reaction to response through self-reflection and understanding, guided by wisdom in chapter 2, verse 63 of the Gita. He dissects triggers, explores calming techniques, nurtures empathy, and aligns actions with core values, pa…
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In Episode 23, Saurin explores separating creativity from passion, guided by Gita's wisdom in Chapter 14, Verse 5. Discover the modes of goodness, passion, and ignorance influencing creative endeavors. Learn actionable steps—creative diversification, mindfulness, self-reflection, study, and detachment—to foster a more fulfilling and intuitive creat…
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We welcome you to join us in building a community of creative souls on this journey of self-discovery and personal growth. Reach out to us at gitacreativesoul@gmail.com or find us on: LinkedIn Instagram Twitter YouTube And don't miss an episode - subscribe to the podcast today! Bhagavad Gita for the Creative Soul Produced by The Voice Bank Concept …
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In Episode 21, Saurin confronts today's chaos by drawing wisdom from Gita 2.69. He illuminates a path to resilience amidst uncertainty, viewing 'night' as turmoil and 'awakening' as a chance for introspection. Strategies include embracing uncertainty, seeking opportunities amid chaos, discerning information, and fostering connections for growth. Th…
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In Episode 20, Saurin grapples with the relentless force of creative resistance. Drawing inspiration from Gita 9.26 as well as Steven Pressfield’s ‘War of Art’, he discovers how tiny steps, daily practice, rewarding every small achievement, and creating without attachment will overcome the obstacles. Join him in the ongoing battle against resistanc…
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In Episode 19, Saurin realizes the importance of remaining committed to his chosen creative path. Drawing inspiration from Gita 9.22 and the Helsinki Bus station theory, he shares steps for staying on one's creative path: self-reflection, goal setting, prioritization, mentoring, efforts, and adaptability. The central message is the significance of …
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In episode 18, Saurin is on a quest to uncover the secrets of nurturing and sustaining a creative mindset. His goal is to consistently tap into the boundless creative energy that resides within him. By drawing wisdom from Gita 8.14, he understands how consistent contemplation on creativity and a strong connection with it cause inspiration and ideas…
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In Episode 17, Saurin embarks on a quest to uncover how and where to find creative inspiration. Inspired by Chapter 7, Verse 8 of the Gita, he delves into the omnipresence of creative energy in the Universe and harnesses this cosmic creativity through mindfulness, curiosity, non-learning, and meaningful interactions. Consequently, every moment tran…
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What do you like to do for Halloween? Favorite costume? Best candy? Our newest student producers share their Halloween opinions in this bonus episode. This episode was produced by Dorian, Jayson, Damaria, Mya, Shigaki, Steven, Lailah, Kenneth, and Antar. Special appearance by our Program Director Ms. Klunder. Additional music support from Elijah, E…
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Too old for trick-or-treating? Killer clowns? Horror movies based on real life? Our student producers are talking all things Halloween! WARNING: This episode contains urban legends and scary happenings. This episode features Aden, Adrian, Anneth, Johnny, Leo, Maya, and Zach. Music design by Jayson, Mya, Shigaki, Kenneth, Anta, Steven, Lailah, Damar…
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Hall of Horrors: Horror Movies with Corey, Edgar, Adrian, Leo, Christian
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Classic horror, funny horror, psychological horror... what horror moview would YOU be in if you could? This episode was produced by Corey, Edgar, Adrian, Leo and Christian. Our guest panelists are Maya, Aden, and Donovan. Enjoy! Click here to let us know what you liked about the episode. http://www.PowerYourStoryPodcast.com Facebook: http://www.fac…
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Ep 16 - Seeking Serenity amidst Wants and Desires
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We welcome you to join us in building a community of creative souls on this journey of self-discovery and personal growth. Reach out to us at gitacreativesoul@gmail.com or find us on: LinkedIn Instagram Twitter YouTube And don't miss an episode - subscribe to the podcast today! Bhagavad Gita for the Creative Soul Produced by The Voice Bank Concept …
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What are our student producers excited about for Halloween? Listen to the episode to find out. WARNING: This episode contains spooky sound design and lots of laughs! This episode features Emilio, Daniel, José, Angel, Rafael, Uriel, Dylan, Devonte, Patricia, Anabel, and Kayley. Sound design (music and effects) by Daniel, Emilio, José, Anabel, Devont…
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In Episode 15, Saurin discusses the mind's constant state of anxiety about the future, lingering bitterness from the past, and the chaos of the present moment. He embarks on a quest to figure out a worry-free, regret-less, clear-minded existence. Drawing inspiration from Chapter 6, Verse 5 of the Bhagavad Gita, he explores how the mind can serve as…
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In Episode 14, Saurin is looking to overcome his birthday blues and rediscover the joy of celebrating his birthday. As he reflects on childhood memories and his evolving perspective, he unearths a surprising connection between birthdays and the Bhagavad Gita, specifically Chapter 2, Verse 28. Join him as he discovers how he plans to celebrate the e…
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Ep 13 - Completing & Releasing Creative Work
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In Episode 13, Saurin wonders if there’s a fool-proof method to determine if his creative work is complete enough to be published. He discovers the answer in Chapter 2, Verse 48 that allows him to be committed yet detached throughout the creative journey. He embraces the profound insight that your works are not babies but children on a journey to f…
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Kicking off Halloween season! What's your biggest fear? Weirdest fear? Enjoy this open mic discussion with our student producers! This episode features Maya, AJ, Aden, Silver, Alex, Donovan, Adrian, Jaime, Jayvon, Edgar, Corey, and Leo. Edited by Tess. Enjoy! http://www.PowerYourStoryPodcast.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/poweryourstorypodca…
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Superman: Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down? with Elijah
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The debate for the ages: Marvel vs DC. Plus Elijah's raw opinions on a fan favorite: Superman! This episode was produced and hosted by Elijah. Graphic design team: Miko, Leslie Sanchez, AJ, and Alejandro. Enjoy! http://www.PowerYourStoryPodcast.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/poweryourstorypodcast Instagram: @PowerYourStoryPodcast YouTube: Af…
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Does Money Give You Happiness? with Ada & Natalie
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One day after school you stumble upon a Nintendo Switch listing. You really really really want to buy it but you look at your bank account and see that you don’t have enough money. You think to yourself, "If I had enough money to buy the Switch, it would make me really happy." For the next couple of days, you keep thinking about how happy having a …
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Global Melodies with Adrian, Dewayne, Jayvon & Silver
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Our resident music tastemakers talk popular music and international artists. Plus, what is more important in a good song -- the lyrics or the beat? This episode features Adrian, Dewayne, Jayvon & Silver, with additional production support from Edgar. Graphic design team: Miko, Leslie Sanchez, AJ, and Alejandro. Enjoy! http://www.PowerYourStoryPodca…
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Motorsports, Racing & Podcasting with Mike Joachim, Pit Lane Parley
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Mike Joachim is one of the hosts of Pit Lane Parley, from interviews to analysis, everything you want about Indycar and Formula 1. Unbiased analysis, live shows at tracks and more, PLP is the best place for motorsports coverage. Mike's goal is to bring great IndyCar content to not only hardcore fans, but to bring new fans to the series! This episod…
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Join us in Episode 12 as Saurin figures out how to lead a meaningful and fulfilling existence amidst the unpredictability that life brings. He shares his profound insights from Chapter 2, Verse 41, highlighting the critical role of a focused intellect for those with unwavering determination. Discover how he is mastering scattered thoughts, sustaini…
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Open Mic: Street Racing & Car Culture with José
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José leads an Open Mic conversation with our student producers about a topic he is most passionate about: street racing and car culture. This episode features José, Frederick, Emilio, Jonas, Cameron, and Jayden. Edited by Tess. Custom cover art by Miracle. Enjoy! http://www.PowerYourStoryPodcast.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/poweryourstoryp…
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Celebrate Our News With Us! (And help us out, too)
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Our podcast agency, The Creative Impostor Studios, was FINALIST in the 2023 Signal Awards for Key Change, the podcast we produce for the Santa Fe Opera, a behind the scenes pass into the issues, stories, and artists creating the next generation of American opera. We WON in 2 different award categories - Best Music Show - Bronze Best Diversity Equit…
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Humor & Podcasting with podcaster, writer, comedian, actor Lisa Orkin, Project Woo Woo
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Lisa Orkin is a podcast producer, writer, comedian, actor, etc living and workin in Los Angeles, CA. She visited our program to help us develop our first ever comedy fiction episode: How To Save The Earth From Drowning. (Listen to the episode right before this one!) We got to interview her about her work; her comedy podcast Project Woo Woo, where s…
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How To Save The Earth From Drowning, An Original Fictional Comedy
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EPISODE 100!!!! We're celebrating by trying something new. This is our first ever original fiction episode on Power Your Story. Our producers collaborated on this story about climate change, heroism, and adventure through improvisation based on a comedy writing workshop with writer, media producer, podcaster, and comedian Lisa Orkin. The year is 20…
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In Episode 11, Saurin explores Chapter 18, Verse 48 of the Bhagavad Gita, grappling with the fact that not all aspects of his creative work are enjoyable. He discusses strategies for embracing less glamorous tasks, such as focusing on the bigger picture, celebrating achievements, and seeking opportunities for growth. Join him as he navigates the ch…
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Joel shares some thoughts about how he has developed his identity and his core ideologies and beliefs. He encourages listeners to stay strong in a time when certain identities are marginalized by discriminatory legislation being passed in parts of the United States. This episode was produced and edited by Joel in 2022. Enjoy! http://www.PowerYourSt…
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What Wisdom Comes With Age featuring Alex, Ciara, Dalilah, Jessica, Silver, Jayvon
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What are the lessons you've learned that have helped you become who you? How do you deal with haters? How does your perspective change as you grow more into yourself? This episode features Alex, Ciara, Dalilah, Jessica, and Silver, produced by Jayvon. Custom cover art by Bri. Enjoy! http://www.PowerYourStoryPodcast.com Facebook: http://www.facebook…
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How do you become more confident in who you are? Johnny shares stories of how he was diagnosed with autism, what his early experiences were like in school, and how he is doing as he begins his senior year of high school. Custom cover art by Miracle. Social media by Sam. Enjoy! http://www.PowerYourStoryPodcast.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/p…
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Ep 10 - Embracing Failure for Creative Growth
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In Episode 10, Saurin explores the art of persevering versus seeking new paths in his creative journey. Drawing profound insights from the Bhagavad Gita, and inspired by Chapter 2, Verse 40, he confronts the fear of failure and reshapes his perspective on setbacks. And with a strategy centered on curiosity, learning, play, and seeking feedback, he …
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