Best Nelson Aspen Podcasts (2025)

Join me and Pablo as we reflect on the wonder that swept the world when the shipwreck of Titanic was finally found in 1985 by Robert Ballard, and how it changed not just history books, but our own lives. We dive into a fascinating “what if”—imagining a world where Ballard never found the wreck. We discuss how the cultural history of the Titanic wou…

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Branding Made Simple: What Really Works (and What Doesn’t) with Puja Malhotra 30:32

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“I don’t necessarily think that the logo and website you launch with is going to be your forever. You will eventually outgrow it.” —Puja Malhotra Your brand isn’t your logo—it’s the feeling people get when they think of you. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by branding, stuck chasing perfection, or unsure how to stand out, you’re not alone. The trut…

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“Leadership When the Heat Is High” with Charlotte K. Mokoena, EVP HR & Corporate Affairs, Sasol Limited, in South Africa 1:14:05

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How do leaders guide through crises and emerge stronger? Join us for a powerful conversation with Charlotte K. Mokoena, a remarkable leader who has navigated intense challenges across diverse industries. From pandemic pressures and market crashes to fostering unprecedented employee trust, Charlotte shares gripping insights and real-world examples o…

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TITANIC TALK | Rose's Heart Will Go On.... 45:01

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So this Titanic Talk episode is a little different. Nelson and Alexandra wanted to pose the question of what exactly happened to Rose after she disembarked the Carpathia. Who did she marry and have children with and why oh why didn't she sell The Heart of the Ocean!? These questions and many more, along with "WHO is your Titanic Crush?", are posed …

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6.13 Show guest: Stephanie Powers (Hart to Hart) 58:17

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Chris and Will interview Stephanie Powers and discusses classic television.

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From Self-Doubt to Self-Mastery: The Counterintuitive Hack That Changes Everything with Amy Chambers 39:28

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“Self-fulfilling prophecies are real things. It's not going to happen for the person who says it's not going to happen. But if you convince yourself that you’re going to make this happen, you'll achieve whatever it is. Your brain will look for ways to prove you right.” —Amy Chambers The difference between who you are and who you want to be begins w…

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The Healing Plant: Cannabis Myths vs. Medical Miracles with Aspen Noonan 35:30

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"If you just get the check mark of done, you just beat out a lot of people. And if you just do that every single day- one more check mark- by 27 you're the CEO of a telemedicine company." —Aspen Noonan Modern medicine has a dirty secret: sometimes, the cure is worse than the condition. What if there was a natural alternative that could manage pain,…

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6.12 One Magical Weekend 2025 1:04:02

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Chris and Will broadcast at the best pride event around, the kickoff to pride month and world pride.

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What If Bruce Ismay Had Never Boarded Titanic? (with Pablo O'Hana) 1:06:42

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Join me and fellow Titanic expert Pablo O'Hana for an intriguing and oft-narrative-bending journey into the "what ifs" of Titanic's sinking. For decades historians and fanatics alike have tossed around theories of who was to blame, or what might have happened if a few details were different that fateful night. In this conversations series we'll unp…

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Introducing New Episodes From Unsinkable: What If 0:45

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Join me and fellow Titanic expert Pablo O'Hana for an intriguing and oft-narrative-bending journey into the "what ifs" of Titanic's sinking. For decades historians and fanatics alike have tossed around theories of who was to blame, or what might have happened if a few details were different that fateful night. In this conversations series we'll unp…

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“Optimism” with Ted Turner Autobiography Co-Author, Bill Burke, in the USA 57:06

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Being optimistic doesn't come naturally to everyone. Still, as we learn from Mark Twain, Ted Turner, Mr. Rogers, and Nelson Mandela, there are ways to incorporate more positivity into our lives. Join us for an inspiring conversation with Bill Burke, a former media executive who not only helped bring Ted Turner's vision to life but is now actively f…

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The Art of Getting Noticed: Marketing Secrets for Small Businesses with Jensen Savage 32:10

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"Business is so much more than an idea. You have to know metrics and all the external factors that are coming into play when it comes to establishing a business." —Jensen Savage Ever feel like you're shouting into the void of endless online noise? What if your marketing could actually cut through the clutter and connect with real customers? Imagine…

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6.11 How To Train Your Dragon Premiere 38:07

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Chris and Will are off the red carpet at the LA premiere of How To Train Your Dragon.

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90,000 Career Hours: How to Make Your Work Meaningful (Not Just Profitable) with Georgi Enthoven 40:05

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"You build it, you don't find it. Occasionally, it comes landing in your lap, but most people build it into their lives." —Georgi Enthoven We spend roughly 90,000 hours of our lives working—that's one-third of our entire existence. What if those hours could be more than just a paycheck, but a profound journey of purpose and passion? Imagine transfo…

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Broken But Not Beaten: Rediscovering Joy and Purpose After Losing a Loved One with Dr. Kimberly Hubenette 41:31

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“There is a grief journey. It's always going to be there. Yet you have to learn how to live for yourself, for your person, and how they would want you to live.” —Dr. Kimberly Hubenette Grief is a universal language, but few truly understand how to speak it with courage and hope. This is not surprising as loss doesn't have an instruction manual. But…

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“Shackled in Chains” with SBI Managing Executive of Exec Education, Belinda Knight, in South Africa 1:03:39

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What if everything you thought you knew about learning was wrong? In today's episode, get ready to delve into the transformative power of immersive learning and discover how it's revolutionizing the way we foster mindset shifts and cultivate authentic leadership. Join us as we sit down with Belinda Knight, a dynamic catalyst of change, who shares h…

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Mask Off: The Unspoken Battles of Ambitious Women Nobody Talks About with Amy Kemp 40:06

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“When you employ a survival behavior past the point of needing it, it becomes really damaging.” —Amy Kemp Success isn't just about what you accomplish, but what you silently overcome. The truth is, we are living in a world where every achievement comes with a hidden emotional price tag that nobody really talks about. Amy Kemp is a powerhouse coach,…

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TITANIC TALK | Titanic Actress ~ Fannie Brett ~ Madame Aubert 35:41

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Nelson and Alexandra share an animated and nostalgic conversation with the charmingly French Fannie Brett. All three of them are 'ex-pat' Angelenos so they reminisce about Los Angeles life and work in the 90s and their dinners at El Coyote - and you though they only drank margaritas in Rosarito Beach, Mexico! Fannie is still acting but she is also …

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Reimagining Farewell: Celebrating a Life Well-Lived with Lindsey Nickel 34:07

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“[Death] can happen to anybody anytime. So just have something in place for the loved ones, just to make it smoother and easier for them.” —Lindsey Nickel Death comes for us all, but how we remember those we've lost can be beautiful and healing. Yet our culture often treats death as a taboo subject, leaving families feeling lost and unprepared. But…

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My Next Journey/Career Focus 17:36

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“I still want to be known as the connector, and I will do that in every way possible.” —Heather Nelson Life doesn't happen to you, it happens through you—and sometimes, that means rewriting chapters that no longer serve our soul's most authentic script. And in the quiet moments between hustle and hope, we find that reinvention isn't just possible—i…

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6.10 Show guest: Nelson Aspen (Author) 53:05

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Nelson Aspen introduces his newest book and explores an amazing story with Chris and Will.

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“Leadership On the Line” with Harvard’s Dr. Stephen Davis in the USA 1:00:15

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Have you ever wondered how leadership and corporate strategy can balance profit with purpose in today’s rapidly changing world? In this episode, we're joined by Dr. Stephen Davis, a thought leader in corporate governance, law, and diplomacy, who takes us on a journey through his unexpected career evolution. From a pivotal moment at Columbia Univers…

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Beyond One Path: How to Explore Multi Interests Without Burning Out with Stefanie Lauren 54:33

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“You are a worthy human being. It doesn't matter what you have. It doesn't matter who you are. It doesn't matter who's in your life; you absolutely matter, and you are worth doing it.” —Stefanie Lauren Ever feel like you're juggling a million dreams but can't quite catch them? What if your scattered interests were actually your superpower? Imagine …

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The COO's Guide to Business Domination: Strategies for Scaling Smart with Melissa Franks 38:22

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“Every day, you get to make a choice about what you are opting into. You can always make a different choice tomorrow. You can always make a different choice today.” —Melissa Franks Ever feel like your business is a puzzle with missing pieces? What if you had a secret weapon who could help you connect those dots and turn your entrepreneurial vision …

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TITANIC TALK | Titanic Weekend Podcast Roundtable with Titanic Legacy & Witness Titanic 52:25

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Nelson and Alexandra had the pleasure of spending Titanic Weekend (April 12th & 13th) on The Queen Mary in Long Beach CA presenting their book (Kindred Spirits: A Titanic Tale) and film (Ship of Dreams: Titanic Movie Diaries) respectively and joining the Titanic podcast triumvirate of Paul Carganilla and his Titanic Legacy podcast, and James Penca …

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Risk-Taking 101: Unexpected Ways to Crush Your Comfort Zone with Tara Polley 41:27

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"Know your value. Don't ask for permission to take up space. Just get out there and start doing things. We have one life, and we don't get to go bac,k and we have no do-overs. It doesn't matter if people are judging you. The people that are judging you are normally sitting on their couch not doing anything, but judging you. And so if you're out the…

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Passive Income Secrets: Turn Your Property into a Cash-Generating Machine with Madeleine Raiford-Holland 39:12

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"At the end of the day, you're only as good as the result that you're able to get people." —Madeleine Raiford-Holland The most successful entrepreneurs understand that money flows where creativity and strategic thinking intersect. In today's dynamic economic landscape, diversification isn't just a strategy— it’s transforming passive potential into …

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“A Childhood Family Parliamentary System” with Kenya High Court Adv. Catherine Musakali 1:10:32

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What do family rituals, rural roots, and leadership have in common? In this powerful episode, we journey to the lush farmlands of western Kenya with Catherine Musakali—an accomplished lawyer and global consultant—who shares the profound leadership lessons she inherited around a family firepit. From her role as the family’s minute taker to becoming …

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6.9 Got Their Pride- Pride Season 1:22:06

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They discuss two amazing NETFLIX films, WorldPride 2025, Baton Rouge Pride, Climate First Bank, Pride Prom 2025, One Magical Weekend with guests Peter Bisuito, and Marquia Parnell.

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Learning Differently: Insider Secrets to Effective Special Education Support with Annalise Puentes and Bethany Deniz 39:19

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"It's not just about accessing education—parents want more than that for their kids. A lot of times, they want to know what can make their children thrive." —Bethany Deniz "There was just this big web, and we lost a year to two years with kids missing intervention. And what we know developmentally is that kids need it early, and they need it often.…

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6.8 Show guest: Susie Singer-Carter (Award-Winning Filmmaker) 1:23:19

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Susie Singer-Carter discusses the health care industry with Chris and Will, plus they talk about the documentary "No Country For Old People."

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6.7 Show guest: Geri Jewell (Actress-Facts of Life) 1:07:31

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Geri Jewell joins Chris and Will to discuss her new book about the many of columns she wrote.

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1.20 Show guest: Gabrielle Stone (Author/Award Winning Actress) 59:30

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Award winning actress discusses her journey filled new book and the topic about finding yourself in this world.

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1.19 Show guest: Rick Pomer (Macy's Creative Director) 56:08

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Take a journey with the crew of the iconic Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, plus our best parade moments.

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1.17 Show guest: Anson Williams (Happy Days) 57:06

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One of the stars from the television show "Happy Days" discusses his amazing entertainment career, plus we discuss the most iconic television jingles.

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Rethinking Talent: The Competitive Advantage of Neurodiversity in the Modern Workspace with Claudia Scott 28:59

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“It is so important to have the right education in the workplaces that will teach people that neurodiversity has shifted from being something that we see as a negative to how can the perspective of a neurodiverse worker help my company or benefit my team.” —Claudia Scott The future of work demands a radical reimagining of talent, where differences …

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Unlock the Secrets to Thriving Through Perimenopause with Ali Zuur-Arnerich 35:47

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“People who are successful, whether on a health journey or in life, are not more motivated than the rest of us. They just have better habits.” —Ali Zuur-Arnerich Perimenopause and menopause are not just hormonal shifts— they are a profound transition that can redefine a woman's sense of self, power, and purpose. Therefore, when we embrace this tran…

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“The Homecoming Revolution” with Angel Jones in South Africa 48:16

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What if a single moment could redefine your purpose? For Angel Jones, it was standing in Trafalgar Square, hearing Nelson Mandela’s powerful words: “I want to put you in my pocket and take you home.” That spark ignited a revolution—The Homecoming Revolution—a movement dedicated to bringing talented Africans back to their roots. In this episode, Ang…

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6.6 Show guest: John Paizis (Director/Producer) 58:32

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An industry director and producer talks about his new project about the reanimated version of the Mother Goose classics.

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TITANIC TALK | Author & Titanic Documentarian Steven Schwankert Talks About His New Book - THE SIX 37:42

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Nelson and Alexandra spent a wonderful second podcast conversation with returning author and documentarian Steven Schwankert. In Season Two Steven was on the podcast talking about his extraordinary and groundbreaking film THE SIX about the surviving Chines passengers on Titanic who very few people had heard of since they disembarked at New York in …

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Elevate Your Events: Secrets the Pros Use to Wow Guests with Melanie Zelnick 33:05

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“There's going to be peak times where it's really busy, and then we're going to have down times where it's slow. And understanding what those cycles are and being comfortable with them makes it possible for anyone to stay in the industry, knowing that chaos is not always chaos.” —Melanie Zelnick It's a whole new ballgame out there! The events world…

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TITANIC TALK | Titanic Boston Exhibitor Joe Gold 32:48

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In this episode, Nelson and Alexandra learn a bit about the business of Titanic from Joe Gold of The Gold Group, the promotional company behind the Titanic Artefact Exhibition in Boston. Joe talks about some of the fascinating artefacts they have on display including a toilet from third class and a perfectly preserved wool suit retrieved from a lea…

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Embracing Vulnerability: Lessons from a Transformative Retreat with Marcy Bravo Tang 40:02

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“You need to ask for help… At the end of the day, you get resentful because you feel like people aren't there for you, but they don't know how to be there for you, because you're not clear on what you need.” —Marcy Bravo Tang A lot of people tend to write off the idea of retreats because they think it's all just a bunch of "woo-woo" nonsense. But t…

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Book Showcase: Kindred Spirits (A Titanic Tale), with Author Nelson Aspen! 52:20

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Join me for a lively conversation with author Nelson Aspen, whose new book Kindred Spirits: A Titanic Tale drops us into a split timeline as two young men come to terms with their environment, their passions, and their (of course) history. Nelson's website, which includes book tour info: http://www.nelsonaspen.com/KindredSpirits/ Find Nelson and Al…

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“Justice Delayed but Never Denied” with Chief Prosecutor of the UN International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals” Dr. Serge Brammertz from Belgium 1:15:03

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What does justice look like in a world at war? Join us for a powerful conversation on Leading Boldly into the Future with host Anne Pratt as we explore the relentless pursuit of international justice with one of the world’s leading criminal prosecutors, Chief Prosecutor of the UN International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals Dr. Serge Bra…

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The Night Stalker Victim Journey with Ellen Govan 1:02:22

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“Even though it was a terrible, traumatic thing to go through, life is wonderful.” —Ellen Govan Richard Ramirez, infamously dubbed the Night Stalker, was a notorious serial killer whose reign of terror gripped California between 1984 and 1985. Convicted of 13 murders along with numerous other violent crimes, he was sentenced to death in 1989. Ramir…

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6.5 OFF THE RED CARPET-OSCARS 58:48

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The award-winning journalists talk about Hollywood's biggest night, with special conversations with Conan O’Brien, Kieran Culkin, Zoe Saldana, and Mikey Madison.

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TITANIC TALK | Nelson Aspen Talks About His New Book ~ Kindred Spirits: A Titanic Tale 28:44

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Welcome to the 50th episode of Titanic Talk. That's something to celebrate along with Nelson's new book! Kindred Spirits: A Titanic Tale is a historical fantasy set on the ill-fated maiden voyage of Titanic and present day Manhattan. Nelson and Alexandra talk about his book, their upcoming presenting appearances on the Queen Mary in Long Beach on A…

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From Principal to Nutrition Coach with Katie Barr 52:43

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“Shaming them [kids] about their food choices is more detrimental than one piece of candy.” —Katie Barr The food we consume is more than just a sustenance— it's a reflection of our values, our culture, and our connection to the world around us. By mindfully choosing what we put on our plates, we have the power to nourish not only our bodies but als…