2008

Related to Nov 16 2009 topic.  If you’ve ever had an idea that you knew could be your ticket to financial freedom — and did nothing about it — you’ll want to tune in today! Forget those “think rich” books, says business woman Kim Lavine, “Everything begins with a search for something better — a dream, an idea, the courage to face challenge, and the passion to get it done. You can do it.” First published Aug 2008. .

Mommy Millionaire is the step-by-step guide on how to turn even the simplest idea into a million dollars. We’ll cover everything from raising money to fund your business, to how to get on QVC. How to make a cold call. How to break down the doors of big retailers. How to apply for a patent. How to save money and increase profit margins by manufacturing offshore … and more! Kim Lavine is the CEO and president of Green Daisy, Inc., a lifestyle brand focused on “Balancing Life with Love”. She’s a an expert on inspirational business advice and has appeared on The Today Show, Rachael Ray, NBC and ABC news, CNN NPR, Oprah & Friends radio network; and has been featured in USA Today, Country Living, Women’s World. Kim is on a mission to empower others to live their dreams and you can learn more about her at www.mommymillionaire.com or www.greendaisy.com. Her book is called Mommy Millionaire: How I Turned My Kitchen Table Idea into a Million Dollars and How You Can, Too!

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People Magazine describes his latest book as “A quietly seductive ode to the power of mindfulness.” Publishers Weekly calls it “Captivating … serious … hauntingly beautiful.” And the New York Times Book Review refers to author, Craig Childs, as ” a modern-day desert father … responding to nature with religious awe.”

The Animal Dialogues; Uncommon Encounters in the Wild has been described as a masterpiece; and Craig Childs’ writing revered for engaging more senses at once than that of most any other naturalist. Childs is an adventurer and frequent contributor to National Public Radio. He lives with his wife and two sons at the foot of the West Elk Mountains in Colorado and has written the highly acclaimed Soul of Nowhere, The Secret Knowledge of Water, and House of Rain. He joins Vicki at noon today to discuss his latest collection of essays, described by some as the Just So Stories for the twenty-first century. Craig Childs describes them as his personal experiences of staring at animals for as long as they’d let him.

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They lived the secret dream of countless American couples — a year on the road, with no timetable, taking them more than 30,000 miles into the far-flung corners of the nation. Along the way they came face-to-face with personal grief but also with the warmth and humanity of America and its people.

This award-winning journalist and grandson of Russian immigrants, celebrates America in a wonderful, upbeat story full of Americana. He’s learned things about our country that most of us probably don’t know. And he’s learned about personal discovery and loss. He says that loss is not the end of the road, and despite the burden imposed by grief, author Robert H. Mottram found gifts scattered along life’s way. Mottram worked more than 40 years in daily journalism as a newspaper reporter, feature writer, columnist and editorial writer, and as an Associated Press newsman and correspondent. He is a recipient of more than 40 national and regional awards for reporting and writing, including two national “Best of the Best” awards for feature writing. See more about today’s guest and his book In Search of America’s Heartbeat; Twelve Months on the Road at www.rvacrosstheusa.com.

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Her career as a sword-boat captain earned her recognition in one of the most male-dominated and dangerous professions ever … and that led to a prominent role in Sebastian Junger’s The Perfect Storm.

After 17 years at sea, Linda Greenlaw decided it was time to take a break and return home to a simpler life — on a tiny island seven miles off the Maine coast. But not everything went as planned. The lobsters she planned to catch there were elusive at best. And the handsome man she planned to meet and start a family with … even more elusive. Just as she thinks that things can’t get worse, something happens that forces her to re-evaluate everything she thought she knew about life, luck, and lobsters. Linda Greenlaw’s memoir, The Lobster Chronicles documents her journey and is a must-read for anyone who loves boats and the ocean (and lobsters); and for anyone who’s ever wondered what it’s really like to live on a very small island. It’s also a gem for everyone who has ever reached a crossroads in life. Linda Greenlaw’s first book, The Hungry Ocean was on the New York Times bestseller list for over six months. After writing several successful nonfiction books, Greenlaw branched into fiction — her latest being Fisherman’s Bend. See more about Linda Greenlaw.

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Middle aged, recently divorced, and facing critical mid-life issues, Jeanne did what any sensible woman would do ? she moved to Egypt!

I Am Happier to Know You is the memoir of freelance writer Jeanne Eck. She tells how an ancient culture and language changed her life, teaching her it is never too late to pursue her dreams. Both timely and timeless, it?s the story of how she left her Western life and moved to Egypt, learning to live life at its fullest and to honor her intuition. Most importantly, Jeanne Eck?s work imparts the message that peace is built upon first loving and healing ourselves. Eck’s writing career spans 30 years and her work has appeared in many publications including The Washington Post.

A doctor predicts when a patient will die. A comatose burn victim revives after being visited by a ghost. And a physician seeks the help of a Navajo Shaman to exorcise the spirit of a dead patient. Top U.S. neurosurgeon shares encounters with surgery, the supernatural, and the healing power of hope.

In addition to sharing some fascinating stories, Dr. Allan Hamilton strives to empower patients by encouraging them to voice their spiritual needs when they seek medical help. His book, The Scalpel and the Soul includes 20 rules to live by; practical advice for patients and their loved ones about how to navigate through surgery or critical care. And it reminds us that every patient presents a dramatic opportunity to see the miraculous, the inexplicable, and the inspirational at work. Dr. Hamilton is a professor of neurosurgery and a clinical professor in the departments of Radiation Oncology and Psychology at AHSC. He is the executive director of the Arizona Simulation Technology and Education Center, a medical think tank seeking to improve surgical technique and reduce operating-room errors. He’s also a script consultant for neurosurgery for the TV show, Grey’s Anatomy.

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It started with strange behaviour … a hostile outburst, a peculiar lapse of memory. Then it became violent … what was going on?

Pat Moffet is a Vietnam Vet. He’s a renowned business executive in the field of logistics. And an expert in international trade. He was used to making things happen … resolving crisis situations. Yet, despite all of his experiences, he didn’t understand what was happening to his beautiful, vivacious wife. Confused, and increasingly worried, Pat Moffet consulted doctors about her behaviour swings, but no one found anything wrong with her. Ice Cream in the Cupboard is a touching, true story of a husband’s love for a woman suffering with early onset Alzheimer’s disease.

We’ll also talk with Dr. Fortanasce, one of America’s leading experts on Alzheimer’s about the latest medical findings and the kinds of questions that family members should be asking doctors who treat their loved ones. Dr. Fortanasce has appeared on 60 Minutes, the Diane Sawyer Show with Mel Gibson, CNNs Paula Zahn NOW, the Charles Grodin Show (debating Jack Kevorkian), Hard Ball with Chris Matthews, the Dr. Phil Show, Dateline, the Today Show, and ABC.

Last week we talked about the power of negotiation – why women don’t negotiate, and how and why they should. This week we’re following that up with an encore broadcast on developing the confidence you need to believe in yourself with Peter C. Siegel, R.H.

He’s a highly acclaimed international personal development coach and veteran peak performance expert, whose proven methods help you experience unparalleled confidence, success and personal growth. You’ve heard Pete on many national TV and radio shows (too many to mention here!) as well as numerous podcasts around the world. He’s written more than 250 articles, published in more than 50 magazines; and has published / produced 25 self-help books and CDs – all of which are designed to help people create dynamic changes and build success strategies into their own lives. Learn more about Pete Siegel and his powerful, life-changing work at www.incrediblechange.com.

Raymond Francis, M.Sc. was too weak to leave his bed. Or even lift his head from the pillow. His diagnosis: acute chemical hepatitis, chronic fatigue, multiple chemical sensitivities, and autoimmune syndrome. How did his prognosis shift from certain death to healthy recovery?

Francis explains his groundbreaking theory in this way: One disease, two causes of disease, and six pathways between health and disease. A graduate of MIT, Francis is a trained chemist and health educator recognized around the world as a leader in the emerging field of optimal health maintenance. He’s also the president of Beyond Health Corporation and the publisher of Beyond Health News. His book, Never Be Sick Again: Health is a Choice, Learn How to Choose It is the focus of today’s Conversations Live with Vicki St. Clair.

Presenting an encore broadcast of Vicki’s conversation with leading environmental authority, David Steinman, who drove across the U.S. in search of the truth about how America-at-large is helping, and hindering, global warming.

Steinman is a recognized consumer advocate and author of The Safe-Shopper’s Bible and Diet for a Poisoned Planet. Today he shares his findings – sometimes pleasantly surprising, sometimes disturbing – in Safe Trip to Eden: Ten Steps to Save the Planet Earth from the Global Warming Meltdown.