Vicki’s joined today by three very different guests, but their common theme is that they all think outside the box, and each of them escaped the expected norm. Attorney, turned author Gretchen Rubin came to the realization she could be, should be, happier. Rubin spent the next year of her life on The Happiness Project, exploring what it’s really like to live the words of wisdom shared by icons from Aristotle to Oprah … her conclusions (like Yes, money can bring you happiness) might surprise you!
Then, 86-year old novelist Glenn Boyer has been called an icon, a maverick, historian, storyteller, and genius. Boyer talks about his new novel Where the Heart Was. And Danny Kofke is in one of the most noble, yet most underpaid professions, so he had to think outside the box to live well. Kofke shares his experience in How to Survive (Perhaps Even Thrive) on a Teacher’s Salary.
Forget what’s happened in 2009’s earthquake economy … instead ask how do we make the most of our money today? How do we reduce student debt and avoid getting ripped off by the new credit card rules? Should you fire your bank? How do we identify crooks in suits? Join us for today’s show with Emmy award-winning TV personality and financial expert, Jane Bryant Quinn. Quinn’s career includes a column syndicated by the Washington Post, a biweeky column in Newsweek, the CBS Morning and Evening News, and numerous books including Simple Financial Strategies for Busy People and the completely revised bestseller Making the Most of Your Money Now. (The original version was rated as the best finance book on the market by Consumer Reports). Also, Conversations Live profiles Seattle business owner, Terry Virdell of TSigns.com. His family-owned business guarantees they’ll beat any legitimate price, and is based on Virdell’s 20 years of design experience and home-grown philosophies of building a successful business by offering superior customer service, while maintaining a sustainable earth. More at www.TSigns.com.
Our two expert guests explore some of the most difficult challenges beyond climate change. They share proven solutions and the latest promising scientific breakthroughs in managing today’s environment. Acclaimed investigative journalist, Elizabeth Grossman, envisions a world free of hazardous chemicals in Chasing Molecules: Poisonous Products, Human Health, and the Promise of Green Chemistry. And editor and director of the Population Justice Project, Laurie Mazur, says that we’re living in a pivotal moment as our population growth dwindles, but human head count grows. How does this and women’s rights factor into climate change and sustainability? Mazur is the editor of: A Pivotal Moment, Population, Justice & the Environmental Challenge.
Today’s guests both decided enough was enough … they were tired of waiting for life to be different. Weighing in at 220 lbs, Australia’s Annette Symlived on a permanent diet … one that wasn’t working! She’s now a best selling author of 5 low fat cookbooks endorsed by Diabetes Australia; and with no formal business training, Annette has become an award-winning businesswoman and Australia’s favorite weight loss expert. She’s also maintained her goal weight for the past 17 years. Joyce Chapman devoted her life to empowering others, first as a teacher for the California public school system, later as Director and developer of an innovative private school in San Diego. For the past 15 years, Joyce has helped thousands of dreamers flip those dreams into reality in her role as a consultant, speaker, counselor, coach, author and founder of Live Your Dream.Listen to Podcast and tell us what you think through the Contact Page.
Former corporate powerhouse, Lee Gelb, was a senior VP of human resources at Starbucks who, as one journalist reported, could afford to live in ‘Grande style’. But Lee gave up her Porsche Boxter and beachside cottage, and walked away from big business to get back to her roots and find creative, meaningful work that ‘s making a global difference, Zavida Gemstones. And with more than 30 years experience behind her, Dr. Cathy Rosenbaum says Americans are worshipping at the Pharmacy Altar and that prescription drugs are running our lives! She traveled to China to gain deep expertise in Chinese herbs and global health solutions. And as well as being a spiritual, holistic, clinical pharmacist, is the founder and CEO of Rx Intergrative Solutions where she consults with clients to find complementary and alternative treatments.
Dr. Michael Wayne says enough of this high density living! Low is the way to go and he has pioneered a 12-step plan to help you get started on a Low Density Lifestyle right now. And for 35 years, Zig Ziglar inspired millions of people to “get a check up, from the neck up“. In 2007, a fall left him brain damaged and facing an uncertain future. Daughter Julie Ziglar Norman shares intimate details of the family’s rally to embrace change Ziglar-stylpe … and how Zig and his Redhead still travel the country inspiring others in Embrace the Struggle.
Raab’s second book of poetry has the straight forward confessional tone that distinguishes her best work. She never claims that her poetry provides the answers to life’s questions … rather, it’s her way of figuring things out.
Diane Raab earned a master of fine arts, and is an award winning memoirist, essayist, and poet. She teaches memoir writing, journaling, and poetry in the UCLA Writers Program and the Santa Barbara Writers Conference. She also narrates and teaches workshops around the country. Raab was awarded the 2009 MOM’s Choice award for adult non fiction and the 2009 National Indie award for excellence in memoir for Regina’s Closet. Her latest work – The Guilt Gene. More about Diana Raab.
Have you ever felt that everyone knew something you didn’t? That you were … different? Mike Dooley’s quest for answers led to his knowing that our dreams are not accidental. And later in the show, what’s a weight-loss artist and why does she give away free kick’s-in-the-tush? Here’s a hint. Janice Taylor says you can be thinner at the end of the holiday season, than you are now!
Infinite Possibilities is Mike Dooley’s manifesto; he says our dreams are not accidental, but serve as invitations to understand the truth about ourselves, hinting at the lives we can create. Dooley explains that our “default settings” are abundance, health, and harmony, and that once we grasp the truth about our potential, it becomes evident that life itself is the ultimate adventure. After six-years with PriceWaterhouseCoopers, Mike Dooley went into business with his mother and brother, before closing shop at 40 to embark on his third career—a full time writer. He was featured in the movie, The Secret and you can find out more about Mike at Totally Unique Thoughts.
Weight loss artist, Janice Taylor, says heck “NO!” . She did not wake one morning with a smile on her face and enthusiastically say, “Whoopee, I’m fatter than ever. I’ll go on a diet. This will be fun!” Instead, she rolled out of bed, pulled up her size XXL elastic-waisted pants and found even those were tight. That was 8 years and a good 50lbs ago. Janice Taylor is a weight loss coach, certified hypnotist, and Neuro-Linguistic Practioner, specializing in reinvention and transformation. She has been featured in O, The Oprah Magazine, New York Times, Good Housekeeping, Family Circle, Chicago Sun Times, LA Times, CNN.com, webMD.com, Fitness and Health magazine. And has appeared on many radio and television programs across the country including Fit TV, Discovery Health and Naomi’s New Morning on the Hallmark Channel. More about Janice and her latest book Our Lady of Weight Loss.
She says you’re either part of the revolution, or part of the problem … and whether you’re one of this country’s 15 million unemployed, or one of its 30 million entrepreneurs, Kim Lavine shares how to change your life for as little as $500. And expert Jill Spiegel shares how to show up with confidence for any situation by learning to not just talk, but connect with anyone. PODCAST.
“It’s a time of historic opportunity” says Mommy Millionaire Kim Lavine“and I’m going to prove it by going on the road to show people HOW TO start a business for $500, find the boom markets in this economy, use our power as consumers to change the world.” Kim Lavine’s latest work is bringing everything she’s learned from the front-lines of business, private equity, media, entertainment, government, design, international sourcing and manufacturing and publishing to THE MOMMY MANIFESTO.
If talking to people gets you tongue-tied, and stops you going after what—or who—you really want, stay tuned to hear what Jill Spiegel has to say in her latest work: How To Talk To Anyone About Anything! – The Secrets to Connecting. She’ll share how to enter every situation with confidence, how to turn around challenging confrontations, how to engage people with mind messages or positive thinking. Jill Spiegel has been featured on the Oprah Show, The Today Show, in People magazine; and through her books, CD’s, and appearances, inspires people to reach out and connect.
Join Vicki and her three guests for a discussion on one of our favorite topics, food–the focus being on GOOD as in mm…mmm delicious. We’ll also talk about de-stressing and calming yourself without food! .
1) Dr. Jane Goodall once told Vicki that the best investment we can make in our environmental future is to get our kids involved at the grass roots level. Find out today how a movement of educators, parents, and students is remaking K-12 education in Smart by Nature: Schooling for Sustainability. Lisa Bennett is an author and communications director for the Center for Ecoliteracy. A former fellow at Harvard University’s Center on Press, Politics, and Public Policy in the John F. Kennedy School of Government, she’s written for many publications, including the New York Times and the Christian Science Monitor.
2) There’s nothing more welcoming on a cold winter’s day than coming home to the aroma of hot, nutritious food. Whether you enjoy cooking or not, we’re betting you’ll enjoy some of the “anyone-can-do-it” easy-to-make recipes in Stephanie O’Dea’s Make it Fast, Cook it Slow: The Big Book of Everyday Slow Cooking. Meals are gluten-free, inexpensive, and mm…mmm delicious! Stephanie O’Dea is the founder of A Year of Slow Cookingand has been on the Rachel Ray Showand Good Morning America. She’s been quoted or featured in dozens of publications including the New York Times, Publisher’s Weekly, and the LA Times. More about Stephanie O’Dea at www.crockpot365.blogspot.com.
3) Maybe you’ve had a bad day. Maybe you’re bored, or frustrated. Or maybe you feel overwhelmed and stressed beyond your limits. You’re craving chocolate, a cup cake, potato chips, or French fries … anything to numb you down. But Don’t Do It! Dr. Susan Albers is a psychologist who specializes in eating issues, weight loss, and body image concerns. She has plenty of mindful suggestions to help you find relief, comfort, and regain your calm. 50 of them to be exact! Dr. Albers’ work has been quoted in O Magazine, Family Circle, Self, Health, Fitness Magazine, Natural Health, and the Wall Street Journal. She’s also an AOL Fitness Coach and blogger on the Huffington Post. Susan Albers, PSY.D, new book is 50 Ways to Soothe Yourself Without Food.
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