Best Beth Batts of Batts Podcasts (2025)

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TYD- S1-E-14: Let's Talk About Mental Health w/Domonika Tipton 30:17

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On Episode #14 of the Today's Your Day Podcast, Tedi welcomes Domonika Tipton, Founder & Licensed Clinical Social Worker at Uplift & Inspire Counseling and Consulting, located in Lansing, Michigan. Tedi and Domonika talk all about mental health and why it's so important for us to take good care of ours. Domonika shares with us some ways we can addr…

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TYD- S1-E-13: Let's Talk About Careers w/Marcia Wall 51:56

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On Episode #13 of the Today's Your Day Podcast, Tedi welcomes back to the podcast "The Queen of Career Coaching", Marcia Wall, a Career Success Coach located in New Orleans, Louisiana. This episode is packed with information for those looking for a new career, those who want to change careers and everyone in-between. Marcia shares with us how we ne…

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TYD- S1-E-12: Let's Talk About Motivation w/Laila Marcos-Zissis 31:30

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On Episode #12 of the Today's Your Day Podcast, Tedi welcomes special guest Laila Marcos-Zissis, a Coach, Communications & Media Consultant, Podcast Personality, Master Connector & Breast Cancer Survivor, who is located in New Orleans, Lousiana. Tedi and Laila have a fascinating conversation all about MOTIVATION. What it is and how we can motivate …

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TYD- S1-E-11: Let's Talk About Leadership w/Bernadette Johnson 55:52

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On Episode #11 of the Today's Your Day Podcast, Tedi welcomes his friend and colleague, Bernadette Johnson, a Leadership Alchemist, Strategic Innovator, Collaboration Catalyst, Author, Working Genius Certified, and TEDster of Inspired Action Motivates, which is located in Lansing, Michigan. Tedi and Bernadette talk about what makes a great leader a…

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TYD- S1-E-10: Let's Talk About Racism w/Leah Smiley 1:05:23

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On this Special Episode of the Today's Your Day Podcast, Tedi welcomes his special guest, Leah Smiley, the President & Founder at the Institute for Diversity Certification (IDC) located in Brownsburg, Indiana. Tedi and Leah have a frank and open discussion about Racism, what it is, how it is harming marginalized communities and what role we can pla…

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TYD- S1-E-9: Let's Talk About Cultural Intelligence (CQ) w/Fathy Shetiah 1:48:40

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On Episode #9 of the Today's Your Day Podcast, Tedi welcomes his special guest, Fathy Shetiah, the Founder & CEO at 7C Lingo, a cross-cultural communication, training, and language services organization, which is located in Lansing, Michigan. Fathy and Tedi talk about what Cultural Intelligence (CQ) in and why it's so important, especially today! F…

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TYD- S1-E-8: Let's Talk About Confidence w/Beth Batts 1:12:31

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On Episode #8 of the Today's Your Day Podcast, Tedi welcomes Beth Batts, Founder & CEO of Batts & Associates, located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Beth and Tedi talk all about Confidence, what it is and how we can get it. Beth shares with us how she defines what Confidence is and explains that 'Risk Taking' is a form on Confidence. Tedi and Beth shar…

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Vital Signs of Change: Nathan Baar’s Mission to Provide Value Based Healthcare 37:33

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Let us know how you like our podcast or if you'd like to join us as a guest In this powerful follow-up, Beth sits down again with Nathan Baar, founder of Health Baar, to explore how his innovative model is transforming access to care by strengthening the human connections at the heart of healthcare. Nathan shares real-world stories of how his appro…

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TYD- S1-E-7: Let's Talk About Eating Healthy w/Amy Bragagnini 1:04:00

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On Episode #7 of the Today's Your Day Podcast, Tedi welcomes Amy Bragagnini a Clinical Oncology Dietitian at Trinity Health Lacks Cancer Center, located in Grand Rapids, MI. Tedi and Amy talk about healthy eating, what it really means and why it's important. Amy shares with us some of the mistakes we may be making when it comes to eating healthy. T…

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Listening, Healing, and Hope: The Mission of Ele's Place 27:45

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Let us know how you like our podcast or if you'd like to join us as a guest In this episode, Tammy Campbell Director of West Michigan Ele's Place tells our listeners about her career journey and discusses the organization's mission to provide peer-to-peer grief support for children and teens who have experienced loss, emphasizing their age-appropri…

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TYD- S1-E-6: Let's Talk About Etiquette w/Cindy Brown 1:04:00

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On this episode of Today's Your Day Podcast, Tedi welcomes special guest Cindy Brown, Employer Development Manager in the Career Center at Grand Valley State University (GVSU) located in Allendale, MI. Tedi and Cindy talk about what Etiquette is and why it's not just about having 'Good Manners'. Cindy provides us with some amazing tips on 'Best Pra…

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TYD- S1 E-5: Let's Talk Economics w/Bob Trezise 1:04:00

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On this episode of Today's Your Day Podcast, Tedi welcomes special guest Bob Trezise, President & CEO of the Lansing Economic Area Partnership (LEAP) located in Lansing, MI. Tedi and Bob talk about the economy in the Greater Lansing, MI region and the State of Michigan. Bob shares with us his 35+ years of professional knowledge when it comes to eco…

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TYD- S1-E-4: Let's Talk About Success w/Cindy Whittum 38:47

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On this episode of Today's Your Day Podcast, Tedi welcomes special guest Cindy Whittum, Recruitment and Internship Specialist at the State of Michigan, EGLE. Tedi and Cindy talk about what it means to be successful. Tedi shares with Cindy the description of Success (according to Wikipedia.com) and Cindy shares with us what Success means to her. Cin…

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TYD- S1 E-3: Let's Talk Certified Coaching w/Cheryl Thacker 49:05

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On this episode of Today's Your Day Podcast, Tedi welcomes special guest Cheryl Thacker, a Master Board Certified Coach and the Founder of Successful Coaches. Tedi and Cheryl talk about what a Certified Coach is and is not. Cheryl provides us with her many years of wisdom when it comes to what it takes to be a successful coach and how you can help …

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TYD- S1 E-2: Let's Talk About Perseverance w/Cathy Blatnik 41:34

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On this episode of Today's Your Day Podcast, Tedi welcomes special guest Cathy Blatnik, who serves on the Mid-Michigan Autism Association’s Board of Directors as its Treasurer and co-owns a business with her son Dominic called Baked Goods by Dominic. Cathy shares with us how she and her husband Larry persevered when learning their 20-year-old son, …

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Compensation Strategies that Work with Aaron Ambrose 48:54

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Let us know how you like our podcast or if you'd like to join us as a guest Compensation! It's a powerful tool for attracting, retaining, and motivating top talent. In this episode of Professionally Speaking, Beth Batts talks with Aaron Ambrose, founder of AA Comp Answers, about the key strategies companies need to build effective and competitive c…

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TYD- S1 E-1: Let's Talk About Emotional Intelligence w/Amina Hedayat Khalil 38:34

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On our first ever episode of the Today's Your Day Podcast, Tedi welcomes Amina Hedayat Khalil, a Professional Certified Coach, International Keynote Speaker, and Author to name a few things she does. Amina is the Founder of Audere Interpersonal Intelligence. Tedi and Amina talk about Emotional Intelligence (EI) and how this can help shape and chang…

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S5-E-11: This Crazy Thing We Call Love w/Brian Franklin 38:10

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Please note: This episode was recorded prior to the transition to the Today's Your Day Podcast. On Episode #11 of Tedi Talks, Tedi welcomes special guest Brian Franklin, Co-Founder of Vows & Speeches, located in Los Angeles, CA. Brian shares with us that after leaving a long career in political consulting, him and his wife (Nicole), started Vows & …

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S5-E-10: Protecting Your Psychological Safety w/Kimara Mayberry 42:59

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On Episode #10 of Tedi Talks, Tedi welcomes back special guest Kimara Mayberry, Founder & Principal Consultant at Platinum Consulting Group, located in Southeast Michigan. Tedi, true to fashion, kicks of this episode with some stats he found on the Googler, which leads to a fascinating conversation on Gaslighting. Kimara explains what Gaslighting i…

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S5-E-9: Becoming Your Own Boss w/Brigitte Betser 33:09

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On Episode #9 of Tedi Talks, Tedi welcomes special guest Brigitte Betser, a Franchise Executive, Consultant and Business Ownership Guide, located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Tedi kicks-off the conversation after hitting the Googler with some stats on new business startups over the past several years. Brigitte shares with us how she got started in he…

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S5-E-8: Around the World w/Alan Headbloom 39:27

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On Episode #8 of Tedi Talks, Tedi welcomes special guest Alan Headbloom, a Trained Teacher, Coach and Published Author, to name a few things that Alan does. Alan is located in Holland Michigan. Tedi and Alan discuss how they met (over 19-years ago). Alan shares with us why he started Headbloom. Alan explains what cross-cultural communication is and…

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S5-E-7: Good Friends Make Great Business w/Lisa Goyette & John Ball 48:07

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On Episode #7 of Tedi Talks, Tedi welcomes special guests Lisa Goyette and John Ball, Co-Founders of CH Training & Coaching, located in Southeast Michigan. Lisa and John tell us how CH Training & Coaching got started and why they have a strong passion for people and seeing others thrive and prosper. Lisa explains how they transitioned their work in…

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S5-E-6: Finding Her Truth in a Bathroom Stall w/Shekina Mitchell 29:28

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On Episode #6 of Tedi Talks, Tedi welcomes special guest Shekina Mitchell, who serves as the Director of Covering Kidz, is a Partner at the FreTail Store, a devoted Minister & Missionary, is to name only a few titles this amazing lady holds. AND, she received the prestigious Cafecito Community Service of the Year Award. Shekina and Tedi talk about …

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S5-E-5: Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree w/Sarah Pierce 29:59

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On Episode #5 of Tedi Talks - the Holiday Special, Tedi welcomes back special guest, Sarah Pierce, the Founder & Owner of 517 Living. Tedi and Sarah talk about all the great places to buy unique and fun gifts in the Lansing region. Sarah provides some great intel on pop-up shops, places where we can make our own gifts, some amazing events that are …

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S5-E-4: Tap the Stress Out of Your Life w/Amy Mollitor 37:03

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On Episode #4 of Tedi Talks, Tedi welcomes back special guest Amy Mollitor, a Certified Life Coach and EFT Tapping Master Practitioner, located in Lansing, MI. Amy shares with us what Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT Tapping) is and the many benefits it offers. Tedi once again hits the Googler and provides some history on EFT. Tedi and Amy talk abo…

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Shaping Alternative Paths: A Conversation with Amirika Richardson 52:08

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Let us know how you like our podcast or if you'd like to join us as a guest Welcome to this empowering episode of Professionally Speaking! We are thrilled to sit down with Amirika Richardson, T3 Education Officer for Capital Area Michigan Works! Amirika is making waves in the Greater Lansing area by challenging traditional perceptions of employment…

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S5-E-3: To Buy or Sell is the Question w/Amy Jo Weller 38:02

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On Episode #3 of Tedi Talks, Tedi welcomes back special guest, Amy Jo Weller, Associate Broker-Realtor at The Weller Real Estate Collective, located in Grandville, MI. Tedi hit the Googler again and provides several interesting stats about the real-estate market in 2023 here in the U.S. Tedi and Amy Jo talk about where we are currently at in the re…

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S5-E-2: It's all About Proportionizing w/Amy Bragagnini 37:16

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On Season #5, Episode #2 or Tedi Talks, Tedi welcomes Amy Bragagnini a Clinical Oncology Dietitian at Trinity Health Lacks Cancer Center, located in Grand Rapids, MI. Tedi and Amy talk about food as we prepare for the upcoming holiday season. Tedi provides Amy with some interesting stats about the consumption of eggnog, ham, pumpkin pie and turkey …

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S5-E-1: I'm Baaaccckkk! 15:02

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On the kick-off episode of Season Five of Tedi Talks, Tedi shares with us where he has been (MIA) and how the podcast, with its new name (well, actually original name), is keeping some of the old format, but bringing in a lot of new and exciting things. Tedi also provides us with the many things that have been bothering him, including a resurgence …

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BeNice: The Beginning of Positive Impact on Mental Health 51:59

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Let us know how you like our podcast or if you'd like to join us as a guest In this episode of Professionally Speaking, we sit down with Christy Buck from the Mental Health Foundation of West Michigan to discuss the *be nice.* program—a proactive approach to mental health awareness in both schools and workplaces. We dive into how we can Notice, Inv…

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Changing the Conversation: A Resilient Perspective on Supporting Those Impacted by Suicide 33:23

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Let us know how you like our podcast or if you'd like to join us as a guest We recognize that our personal lives and the supports we have—or lack—can impact our professional journeys. In this episode of “Professionally Speaking”, Beth sits down with Vonnie Woodrick, author, podcast host, life coach, and social change agent whose loss of her husband…

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Wellness Lead Leadership with Sarah Rose 24:22

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Let us know how you like our podcast or if you'd like to join us as a guest On this episode of Professionally Speaking, Beth welcomes Sarah Rose, the Founder & Owner of Fresh Rise Group located in Grand Rapids, MI. In an era where overworking is often seen as a badge of honor, Beth and Sarah unravel the concept of work-life harmony over balance. Sa…

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Healing from Within: One Doctor's Mission to Transform Pre-Surgical Care 42:04

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Let us know how you like our podcast or if you'd like to join us as a guest On this episode of Professionally Speaking, Beth talks with Dr. Scott Russo a physician, surgeon, entrepreneur and life coach. Dr. Russo shares with us how his own health struggles as well as his own experiences as a surgeon helped him recognize some gaps in patient support…

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Empowering Administrative Professionals: Candid Insights with Lois Wilkins 40:01

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Let us know how you like our podcast or if you'd like to join us as a guest In this spicy Episode of Professionally Speaking, Beth welcomes Lois Wilkins, Director Breedlove Entrepreneurship Center at the YWCA Metropolitan Chicago, IL. With over 30- years of experience supporting C-suite leaders across diverse industries, Lois offers invaluable insi…

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The Professional Blend: Mixing Teaching Savvy with Hospitality Grace 26:36

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Let us know how you like our podcast or if you'd like to join us as a guest Get ready for an eye-opening episode of Professionally Speaking, where your host, Beth Batts, welcomes the insightful Heidi O'Connor, current Manager/Caretaker at Farrell Lodge B&B who’s professional journey began with teaching in the public school classroom. Together, they…

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Building Respect: Leading with Professionalism in Commercial Construction 24:59

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Let us know how you like our podcast or if you'd like to join us as a guest Where does the paradigm shift begin in bringing professionalism to the jobsite? Tune into our latest Professionally Speaking episode where Beth and Lynne Spikes, a Commercial Construction Superintendent, delve into the core of professionalism and respect in the construction…

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Acknowledge the Expertise: Nurses and Professional Respect 28:37

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Let us know how you like our podcast or if you'd like to join us as a guest Join us as Beth speaks with HealthBar’s Nathan Baar, a champion for nurses' professional respect and autonomy. Nathan, who proudly dons dark blue scrubs as his daily professional attire, brings visibility to the critical role of nurses as highly trained healthcare experts. …

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S4-E-12: The Annual PRIDE Episode 14:47

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On Episode #12 of Season Four of Real Talk with Tedi, Tedi is flying solo for this short episode on PRIDE. Tedi shares what PRIDE is, how it all started and why its important (not only in the month of June, but all year round). Included with this episode is a brief history of how the LGBTQ+ movement got started, it's dark history and ways we can al…

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S4-E-11: Grazing w/Lindsey Coffelt 26:28

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On Episode #11 of Season Four of Real Talk with Tedi, Tedi welcomes special guests Lindsey Coffelt, the Owner of Graze Craze located in Okemos & Shelby Township, MI. Lindsey shares with us how she and her husband, Silas, got into the Graze Craze, opening two stores in Michigan. She shares with us their passion for providing amazing works of art thr…

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S4-E-10: At the Farmers Market w/Jenny Wagemann 30:30

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On Episode #10 of Season Four of Real Talk with Tedi, Tedi welcomes special guest Jenny Wagemann, Farmers Market & Breadbasket Food Pantry Manager at the Allen Farmers Market, located in Lansing, MI. Jenny shares with us all the amazing things happening at the Allen Farmers Market, including information about their popular Veggie Boxes and the Brea…

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S4-E-9: Wild Wisdom is Hers w/Shelley Davis-Boyd & Amy Mollitor 35:32

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On Episode #9 of Season Four of Real Talk with Tedi, Tedi welcomes special guests Shelley Davis-Boyd, Integrare Collaborative, and Amy Mollitor, Intentional Energy Coaching. Amy and Shelley tell us all about their amazing Podcast Wild Wisdom Her, why they started this and why it's important to them both. Tedi asks Amy what 'Tapping' is and Shelley …

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S4-E-8: It's a 517 Living Kind of Thing Part III 32:46

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On Episode #8 of Real Talk with Tedi, Tedi welcomes back special guest, Sarah Pierce, the Founder & Owner of 517 Living. Tedi and Sarah talk about 517 Living's 10-Year Anniversary and ways this will be celebrated. Sarah provides us with an update on all the changes at 517 Living and what to look for and expect in 2024. Sarah also shares with us the…

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S4-E-7: Earth Day & Climate Change: Why These Matter 33:15

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On this episode of Real Talk with Tedi , Tedi welcomes back special guest Elaine Sterrett Isely, Deputy Director of the West Michigan Environmental Action Council (WMEAC), located in Grand Rapids, MI. Tedi and Elaine talk about Earth Day (April 22, 2024) and how we can become better stewards when it comes to caring for our planet. Elaine provides w…

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S4-E-6: Introducing Mr. Trans Michigan 2024 - Derek Davis 37:16

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On Episode #6 of of Real Talk with Tedi, Tedi welcomes special guest Derek Davis, a Cali Sober Bartender and Postpartum Doula, located in Southeast Michigan. Derek shares with us his journey as a Trans man and why his role as Mr. Trans Michigan 2024 is so important to him and the communities he serves. We learn what a Postpartum Doula is and what t…

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S4-E-4: A Sweet Encounter w/Nikki Thompson Frazier 27:43

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On Episode #5 of of Real Talk with Tedi, Tedi welcomes special guest Nikki Thompson Frazier, Founder & Owner of Sweet Encounter Bakery & Cafe, which is located in the historic Knapp's Building in downtown Lansing, MI. Tedi and Nikki talk about how the bakery and cafe got started and why it has a strong focus on those with food allergies. Nikki shar…

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S4-E-4: Living well with Multiple Sclerosis w/Trevis Gleason 39:31

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On this episode of Real Talk with Tedi, Tedi welcomes special guest Trevis Gleason, Chef, Published Author & Disability Advocate, located in West Kerry, Ireland. Trevis shares with us his amazing journey around the world and how this provided some incredible lessons for living well. We learn about Trevis's new book Living well with Multiple Scleros…

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S4-E-3: Life Coaching w/Shelley Davis-Boyd 28:46

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On Episode 3 of Season Four of Real Talk with Tedi, Tedi welcomes back special guest Shelley Davis-Boyd, President of Integrare Collaborative, which is located in Lansing, MI. Tedi and Shelley talk about all things Certified Life Coaching, what this is and how it can help us to grow both personally and professionally. Shelley shares with us her sty…

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S4-E-2: The Journey of Miss Trans Michigan USA 34:00

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On Episode Two of Season Four of Real Talk with Tedi, Tedi welcomes back special guest Jamie Ashby, the current reigning Miss Trans Michigan USA, of Lansing, MI. Jamie is back to share with us her journey to the Mr. & Miss Trans USA pageant that took place in November 2023 in Milwaukee, WI. Jamie and Tedi talk about how she (Jamie) discovered her t…

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S4-E-1: The Sunday Comics Have Gone Mainstream w/K Lynn Smith 26:55

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On Episode One of Season Four of Real Talk with Tedi, Tedi welcomes K Lynn Smith, an award-winning artist and writer from Michigan. K Lynn is best known as the writer and artist of the western comic PLUME. Tedi and K Lynn talk about all things comics. Tedi provides a brief history of comics in the U.S. and K Lyn shares with us her journey from aspi…

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S-3-E-25: Rocking Around the Christmas Tree w/Cindy Whittum 32:07

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On the final episode of Season 3 of Real Talk with Tedi, Tedi welcomes his Co-Host, Cindy Whittum, Recruitment and Internship Specialist, State of Michigan (EGLE), for a candid discussion about the holidays (the good, the bad and the ugly). Tedi and Cindy talk about what they like and dislike about the Christmas holiday, holiday gift giving and the…

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