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Nellie Oleson Interview Alison Arngrim

Alison Arngrim on Beyond Surviving: Embracing the Gifts of Nellie Oleson

Alison Arngrim played Nellie Oleson for seven years on the hit show, Little House on the Prairie. She is often described as the “acid tongued hellcat” of the show, the small villain with golden ringlets and lovely clothing, and the arch-enemy of Laura Ingalls. Alison and I jumped on the phone for a little over an hour, and all I can say is that it was one of the most fast paced, hilarious, and engaging hours I’ve ever experienced. Tune in as I interview Alison Arngrim on beyond surviving: embracing the gifts of Nellie Oleson.

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Blessing Children with Random Acts of Luvmail with Tabitha Marie

organization that provides mail and goodie bags to children who are in the hospital or need to be uplifted for any reason. Tabitha started the organization in 2007 and it has moved from New Orleans to San Antonio, Texas, where she and her sister and daughter work together to create, package, and send Luvmail to three hospitals and across the country via mail. I really loved speaking with Tabitha – her inspiring story and loving way of spreading encouragement and positivity are so welcoming. I know that you will feel rejuvenated just from hearing her explain her outlook and passion for Luvmail and the children she serves. I really loved this interview about blessing children with random acts of luvmail with Tabitha Marie.

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“Welcome Home,” The Crossroads of Joy, Transformation and Self Acceptance

Today’s episode is about Joy, Transformation and Self Acceptance, and it’s my first “Solocast!” I’ve really loved getting to know so many of you through this blog, and the journey of the past few months has been completely uplifting. As I’ve mentioned in passing on other episodes, I’ve had a list of people that I wanted to interview for years … and finding a home to interview them here, in a podcast format, has been just amazing. I hope you enjoy this podcast episode about “Welcome Home,” The Crossroads of Joy, Transformation and Self Acceptance.Today’s episode is about Joy, Transformation and Self Acceptance, and it’s my first “Solocast!” I’ve really loved getting to know so many of you through this blog, and the journey of the past few months has been completely uplifting. As I’ve mentioned in passing on other episodes, I’ve had a list of people that I wanted to interview for years … and finding a home to interview them here, in a podcast format, has been just amazing. I hope you enjoy this podcast episode about “Welcome Home,” The Crossroads of Joy, Transformation and Self Acceptance.

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Hope love and Serious Creatures - an interview with Amber and Brady Black on Jump Start Your Joy

Hope, Love, and Serious Creatures with Amber and Brady Black

Amber and Brady Black are a married couple currently living in Beirut, Lebanon, and they are a true inspiration. Having grown up and met in the United States, they decided to move to the Middle East to teach. The first five years abroad were not easy, and Amber found herself fighting depression, which she courageously shares about in our interview. After some discussion, they decided that they needed to leave the gulf region. In a series of synchronous events, a friend of a friend  mentioned that there was an opening at “Home Of Hope” in Beirut, which is a home for abandoned and abused children in Lebanon. Amber and Brady went for a visit, and knew in their hearts that they had to teach there. Join me as I talk about hope, love, and Serious Creatures with Amber and Brady Black.

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Kate Swoboda on Courage as a Path to Healing

Kate Swoboda on ‘Courage as a Path to Healing’

Swoboda, or Kate Courageous, is a one of a kind coach, mentor, and the creator of the Courageous Living Coach Certification. She has also created the Coaching Blueprint, Your Courageous Life and is the author of “The Courage Habit.” I recently graduated from  the Courageous Living Coach Certification, and found my time in the program to be inspiring. Tune in as I interview Kate Swoboda on ‘Courage as a Path to Healing’.

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Musician Earl Rivard on Jump Start Your Joy Podcast

Earl Rivard on Sharing Stories through Song and Music

In this interview, I’m joined by Earl Rivard, a musician, songwriter, and retreat leader. Earl has released three CDs, and is currently studying to be an operatic singer. In addition to his work in music, he leads retreats, and he and I have worked together for the past decade. Earl loves stories, loves the places where the sacred and story and life come together. He is a troubadour in the classic sense, with the roots of his his art in his mother’s native Argentina, while singing around campfires, with friends and family, always with community. Join me as I interview Earl Rivard on sharing stories through song and music.

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Jann Cather Weaver on Radical Gratitude, Acceptance, and Hospitality

Jann Cather Weaver is an associate professor emerita of worship and theology and the arts at United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities. She’s an ordained minister, and has served parishes in Wisconsin and Missouri. A published author, and a former Yale Divinity School professor, Jann and I met at Yale, where she taught one of the most memorable courses I took in my master’s program, “The Theology of Art and Film.” Join me for this interview with Jann Cather Weaver on radical gratitude, acceptance, and hospitality.

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Michelle Ward on Growing Up and Finding a Creative Career that You Love

This is an interview with Michelle Ward, aka The When I Grow Up Coach, aka the 90 Day Business Launch CEO. She’s a Brooklyn based creative career coach who helps women unlock their dreams and find work that feels like play. In addition to her work as a one on one coach, she has created two courses on Creative Live (Ditch Your Day Job and Create your Dream Career), and is the author of the book “The Declaration of You.” Join me as I chat with Michelle Ward on growing up and finding a creative career that you love.

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