Over the last few years the reputation of Journalists and Media Outlets has taken a real hit. The question of agenda, integrity, and honesty has come to the forefront as the daily news is covered. So what does it take to be a rock solid journalist in a modern on demand world?
How to Write a Netflix Movie with Lauren Swickard
Today's guest Lauren Swickard not only stars in a new Christmas Movie on Netflix, but she also created, wrote, and produced it. Her real-life husband and “General Hospital” star Josh Swickard stars opposite her in the movie. 'A California Christmas' is coming to Netflix on December 14th. The movie was also one of the first feature films to be produced during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Rediscovering Story with Robert Fergusson
Story Driven Brands with Jaime O'Connor
We all want to connect more with our community and tribe. Many of us rely on social media channels like Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter to do that. We often start by pitching our products, services, or messages but don't invite our followers into the story we are creating. Jaime O'Connor has worked with big brands to help them connect better through their social media. By crafting stories that connect and put our audience at the center of the story we are able to connect them deeper to our brand.
The Stories of Christmas with Michael Woodward
Looking for God's Story with Shawn Bolz
What does it take to hear the voice of God? That is a question that has been debated and interpreted in a variety of ways. Some in Christian circles believe that spiritual gifts are dead and only alive thousands of years ago. Others see God reawakening the church to all types of spiritual gifts including the prophetic. How is the prophetic different than a fortune-teller?
Giving Changes Everything with Brad Formsma
Many of us are searing for 'happiness', but what causes us to be happy? How do we find joy? As we move from Thanksgiving into Christmas, it is easy to get trapped in the busyness of life. So many things to do, but never enough time. Maybe instead of trying, doing, and owning more; we should be looking at how we can find generosity in life?
The Fir-Tree and Thanksgiving with Michael Woodward
LeVar Burton on Mastering the Craft of Storytelling
Rethinking Video Ads with Zack Slingsby
Everyone is creating content. There are vloggers, podcasters, bloggers, social media influencers, and authors creating content every day. They are saturating platforms with a unique point of view, stories, and sometimes not so great content. With the ease of creating content you can get your story and passion stories told, but how do you stand out when there is so much noise?
The Influencer Economy | Ryan Williams
Ryan Williams is an expert into the world of influence. He literally wrote the book on it, 'The Influencer Economy'. On today's episode he shares how you can use storytelling and emotion to begin to influence others with messages of significance.
In today's episode Ryan and I also discuss being curious, standup comedy, purpose versus passion, collaboration, being unintentionally rich, making your greatest hits, understanding value, depression, and much more.
Food, Travel, and Hit Television | Phil Rosenthal
Phil Rosenthal created Everybody Loves Raymond and now he's on a new adventure creating and staring in the hit Netflix show 'Somebody Feed Phil'.
In today's episode Phil shares how he got his start, writing a hit TV show, turning your passions and dreams into a vocation, why everyone should travel, the importance of celebrating diversity, family and friendship, never waiting from one day, planning your trip, living beyond expectations, and more.
Visual Storytelling | Mike Compton
Finding Your Voice & Message | Tracy Goodwin
Do you ever wonder why your message isn't resonating? Maybe you haven't found your voice. Tracy Goodwin is an expert of helping individuals find their voice and share it with the world. She has worked with CEOs, leading Hollywood actors, entrepreneurs, and leading influencers. Maybe it's time to re-write your story and start being heard.
Build a Business, Not an Audience | Doug Sandler
Doug Sandler has over 30 years of business experience as an entrepreneur, business owner, and leader. His book, Nice Guys Finish First is a #1 ranked Amazon Best Seller. He specializes in making connections, building relationships and strengthening bonds both inside and outside organizations.
His speaking and consulting business is geared towards improving relationships and winning business through his time tested sales, service and relationship building system. Doug is a nationally recognized speaker, trainer and podcaster. Doug has been titled by a leading social media marketing company in the top “100 of Social Media Thought Infuencers to Follow.”
Building Momentum for Change | Adam Schaeuble
Adam reached a point in his life where he weighed 327 lbs and was already having weight related health issues in his late twenties. He decided to rehabilitate his lifestyle and his fitness and ended up losing over 100lbs. Feeling inspired, he took what he learned from his own transformation journey and created a bootcamp program and a fitness business geared towards helping the people in his hometown of Blomington, IN.
Storytelling - Painting with Sound | Angela Ferrari
Angela Ferrari is an artist, children's book author/ illustrator based in Portland Maine. She is the creator and host of the Story Spectacular podcast.
Angela grew up in the mountains of western Maine. Living in a rural setting, she developed a talent for finding creative ways to play and captivate her imagination.
E21 | The Legacy at the Finish Line | Jim Akers
Jim Akers is a speakers, personal coach, and author. He is also the founder and CEO of J. D. Akers & Associates, a leadership and personal development company. They help ambitious people focus their time, talent and resources on maximizing their personal and professional impact. In this episode Jim shares encouraging stories from his life along with imparting wisdom for those who are chasing their dreams. We also discuss his recently released book, how he raised through the ranks in a Fortune 50 corporation, and the new business he is creating. This episode is incredible!