Best Wide Open Stages Podcasts (2025)

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You Are Ready: A Motivational Grounding Practice 5:15

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10h ago5:15

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Let us know what you enjoy about the show! When the world gets loud, motivation can feel slippery. This short motivational grounding practice is your calm, focused reset—a reminder to stop forcing momentum and start remembering the steady confidence already within you. Through simple breathwork, clear affirmations, and gentle visualization, you’ll …

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Chef Janine Pezarro: From Michelin Kitchens to the Warrior’s Path with Chef Brett Wright from Palm Beach Meats 1:07:21

4d ago1:07:21

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In this very powerful episode of the Walk-In Talk Podcast, host Carl Fiadini sits down with Chef Janine Pezarro and Chef Brett Wright to explore what resilience truly looks like behind the kitchen doors. Janine opens up for the first time about the murder of her family, the trauma that followed, and how she transformed that pain into purpose — from…

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The Old Tree and the Clouds: Finding Peace in Our Own Nature 4:49

2d ago4:49

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Let us know what you enjoy about the show! A short parable set in the Himalayan foothills shows how envy fades when we see the quiet trade-offs behind freedom and stability. Through the story of the old tree and the passing clouds, we explore how consistency can be strength, flexibility can be wisdom, and peace arises when we honor our own unique r…

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The Pause Between Breaths: A Micro Meditation for Inner Calm 3:53

6d ago3:53

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Let us know what you enjoy about the show! The world rarely gives you a quiet minute, so we made one. This guided micro meditation helps you step out of noise and back into yourself without leaving your chair, your car, or your to‑do list. No special setup, no perfect posture—just your breath, a softer body, and the pause that’s already there. We s…

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The Business of Better Shrimp with Vnay Bedi and Chef Mohamad ElBanna 36:05

8d ago36:05

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This podcast episode features two distinguished guests, Vnay Bedi of Cox's Seafood and Chef Mohamad ElBanna from The Birria Bros, who share their culinary insights and experiences. The central theme revolves around the resilience and dedication required in the seafood industry, particularly following the adversities faced during the recent hurrican…

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The Bridge Between Fear and Flow: Find Your Groove Again 5:29

9d ago5:29

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Let us know what you enjoy about the show! When fear shows up, it’s easy to see it as something to push past or avoid. But what if fear isn’t a wall—it’s a bridge? A bridge that can carry you from rut to rhythm, from stagnation to movement, from habit to possibility. In this short, powerful excerpt from my upcoming book I Get To: The Power of Energ…

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Quick Serves Ep3: The Impact of Our Recruitment Fairs 4:15

11d ago4:15

4:15

Quick Serves: The Only A Pavement Away Mini Podcast On-the-Go Alongside our monthly Serving Success episodes, Quick Serves brings you bite-sized conversations to keep you inspired, connected and up to date. Each mini episode takes you behind the scenes of our latest programmes, events, and initiatives showcasing how we’re rebuilding lives through e…

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🪷 Guided Meditation for Balance, Calm, and Inner Alignment 16:28

14d ago16:28

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Let us know what you enjoy about the show! Feeling off balance or overwhelmed? This guided meditation invites you to gently realign your mind, body, and spirit. Through mindful breathwork, grounding visualization, and energetic awareness, you’ll restore your natural state of harmony and ease. This short restorative practice helps regulate your nerv…

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No Pretension, Just Passion: Chef Andy Nassar of Keel Farms 45:55

15d ago45:55

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The conversation today centers around the culinary journey of Chef Andy Nassar from Keel Farm, as he shares his insights on the art of cooking, mentorship, and the evolution of the restaurant industry. A particular highlight of our discussion is Chef Nassar's creative approach to traditional dishes, exemplified by his innovative take on bibimbap, w…

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Stop Blaming Yourself And Start Releasing What No Longer Fits 7:31

17d ago7:31

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Let us know what you enjoy about the show! What are you putting up with that quietly exhausts you? In this episode, we unpack how toleration creeps in, why we blame ourselves, and how to finally release what no longer fits—without guilt or shame. If you are enjoying the show please subscribe, share and review! Word of mouth is incredibly impactful …

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Quick Serves Ep2: Our Impact So Far in Scotland 13:29

20d ago13:29

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Quick Serves: The Only A Pavement Away Mini Podcast On-the-Go Alongside our monthly Serving Success episodes, Quick Serves brings you bite-sized conversations to keep you inspired, connected and up to date. Each mini episode takes you behind the scenes of our latest programmes, events, and initiatives showcasing how we’re rebuilding lives through e…

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Morning Happiness Meditation: Start Your Day with Joy and Intention 13:31

21d ago13:31

13:31

Let us know what you enjoy about the show! We guide a gentle morning meditation that uses breath, a soft smile, and memory to cultivate contentment, then expand it with appreciative joy for others. We close with simple ways to spot micro‑joys during the day and carry calm into action. • settling the body and softening judgment • breathing with awar…

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Lajawab Indian Cuisine: A Taste of Kolkata in St. Petersburg 47:10

22d ago47:10

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Chef Abhi Sukul, the esteemed owner of Lajawab Indian Cuisine, embodies the essence of culinary dedication, having transformed his passion for cooking into a thriving endeavor in St. Petersburg, Florida. Born in Kolkata, a city renowned for its vibrant food culture, Chef Abhi's culinary journey began in his mother's kitchen, where he learned that c…

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How the Assumptions You’re Making Are Shaping Your Life ✨ 8:25

24d ago8:25

8:25

Let us know what you enjoy about the show! We explore how assumptions quietly limit choice and co-create the outcomes we fear, then practice shifting to a beginner’s mindset that opens presence, clarity, and real options. A tap class story reveals how slowing down reframes mastery, and we share practical ways to apply fresh eyes to hard moments. • …

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S2 Ep9: One of Only A Pavement Away’s longest standing members, Paul, explains how the charity supported him from homelessness into employment 20:55

26d ago20:55

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💛 Transform Fear: Meeting Yourself with Compassion 7:52

28d ago7:52

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Let us know what you enjoy about the show! Transform Fear: Meeting Yourself with Compassion When fear shows up uninvited, most of us try to outthink it, outrun it, or push it down. This meditation offers something different: a quiet experiment in kindness. Through gentle breathwork, grounding, and vivid imagery, you’ll learn to meet fear not as a f…

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Jaime Lozano on Art, Community, and Belonging on Broadway 1:04:17

1M ago1:04:17

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Let us know what you enjoy about the show! A church choir, a missed criminology path, and a flyer for Jesus Christ Superstar—Jaime Lozano’s origin story doesn’t sound like a straight line to Broadway, but it sings like one. We sit down with Mexican Broadway composer, lyricist, orchestrator, and music director Jaime Lozano to unpack how a series of …

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Taquerías, Storytelling Menus & Sustainable Food: Chef David Reyes with Jennifer Weinberg 39:24

1M ago39:24

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This podcast episode delves into the profound concept of purpose-driven food, as exemplified by our esteemed guests, Chef David Reyes and Jennifer Weinberg. We explore the intricate relationship between culinary artistry and sustainability, highlighting Jennifer's initiative, the Sustainable Supper Club, which aims to combat food waste through inno…

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🔴🟠🟡🟢🔵🟣⚪ Balancing Your Energy Centers: A Guided Meditation Through the Seven Chakras 11:12

1M ago11:12

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Let us know what you enjoy about the show! Ready to realign your energy and find balance in just 12 minutes? This guided chakra meditation takes you on a transformative journey through your body's seven energy centers using the powerful combination of breath, visualization, and color. We begin at your root chakra, where a glowing red light helps yo…

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Quick Serves Ep1: Behind the Scenes at Passport 2 Employment 7:47

1M ago7:47

7:47

Quick Serves: The Only A Pavement Away Mini Podcast On-the-Go Alongside our monthly Serving Success episodes, Quick Serves brings you bite-sized conversations to keep you inspired, connected and up to date. Each mini episode takes you behind the scenes of our latest programmes, events, and initiatives showcasing how we’re rebuilding lives through e…

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✨Stop Goal Setting: Create Your Menu for Success✨ 19:01

1M ago19:01

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Let us know what you enjoy about the show! Are you tired of setting goals you can’t stick to? In this episode, Lisa Hopkins introduces The Menu — a flexible, practical tool designed to set you up for success no matter how busy life gets. Instead of rigid goals that often lead to guilt or frustration, The Menu offers bite-sized to main-course option…

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🌟 Breathe Into Your Power & Shine🌟 A Meditation for Self-Confidence 10:23

1M ago10:23

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Let us know what you enjoy about the show! Take a journey into your inner landscape with this transformative guided meditation focused on reconnecting with your authentic power. Beginning with mindful breath awareness, this practice leads you to visualize your breath as golden light energy gathering in your solar plexus – your personal power center…

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The Burnt Chef Project: Transforming Hospitality Through Mental Wellness with Chef Ben Goldman & Tom MItchell 1:00:57

2M ago1:00:57

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Mental health and work-life balance in the kitchen are of paramount importance within the hospitality industry, and this discussion is poignantly highlighted by our distinguished guests, Chef Ben Goldman and Tom Mitchell from The Burnt Chef Project. Chef Goldman, with his extensive experience across high-volume restaurants and advocacy work, illumi…

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Kafka’s Traveling Doll: A Story About Letting Go 🕊️ 6:32

2M ago6:32

6:32

Let us know what you enjoy about the show! What if the things we’ve lost aren’t really missing, but simply traveling? This tender retelling of a story attributed to Franz Kafka offers a profound perspective on change, transformation, and how we might relate differently to what we feel we’ve lost. Through the tale of a little girl whose doll goes mi…

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✨ 5-Minute Restorative Meditation: Quality Over Quantity 5:01

2M ago5:01

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Let us know what you enjoy about the show! This short, restorative meditation guides listeners through a heart-centered practice designed to help them center themselves and shift their energy in under five minutes. • Quality over quantity: even brief moments of focused breathing can be transformative • Simple body relaxation techniques including so…

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Shuttlecocks and Belly Laughs: Work, Play, and the Power of Pause 🌿🏸✨ 4:38

2M ago4:38

4:38

Let us know what you enjoy about the show! What if the key to a more fulfilling life isn't about squeezing more productivity from every minute but rather making space for unscheduled joy? Join me as I share the surprising lessons I've learned from playing impromptu badminton games with my husband on the narrow green strip between our cottage and th…

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Chef Ciji Castro: Reviving Latin Culinary Heritage 50:12

2M ago50:12

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Ciji Castro, the founder of Domestic Gourmet, joins us on the Walk-In Talk Podcast to explore the profound significance of culinary heritage and its impact on contemporary cuisine. This episode centers around her exquisite dish, Bistec Empanizado, which embodies not only the flavors of her cultural roots but also the essence of family legacy and co…

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💫 Meeting Your Future Self: A Guided Visualization for Wisdom and Clarity 🌿 9:34

2M ago9:34

9:34

Let us know what you enjoy about the show! Doorways to clarity await in this transformative guided meditation that connects you with the wisdom of your future self. The journey begins in a quiet, safe room—your inner sanctuary of possibility. With each breath, you're guided to open windows, inviting fresh air that symbolizes the clearing of mental …

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Senses wide open, with Tyreek McDole on The K Jazz Show 36:14

2M ago36:14

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It is always a joy on The K Jazz Show to bring you the sounds and stories of artists who are not just shaping the present, but also defining the future of jazz. This Sunday, we are honored to welcome one of the brightest rising stars on the global scene — a 25-year-old Haitian-American baritone whose voice is as rich in depth as it is in vision. Ty…

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The City of Roses with Thapelo Khumisi on The K Jazz Show 28:47

2M ago28:47

28:47

South Africa’s jazz story is a living archive, and each artist adds a new chapter to this ongoing melody. Today on The K Jazz Show, as we open our Heritage Month series, I am truly delighted to be joined by a pianist whose music is both rooted and boundless, deeply African yet universally resonant. He is internationally acclaimed, a winner of the C…

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Understanding Value in Dining with Chef Paul Gaskins from The Inn at Celebration 36:51

2M ago36:51

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Chef Paul Gaskins joins us today to delve into the pressing issue of rising food costs and their implications for both the culinary industry and consumers. As we explore the intricacies of ingredient pricing, it becomes evident that these financial dynamics not only influence how restaurants curate their menus but also significantly affect the dini…

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Aisha Jackson on Voice, Presence & the Joy of Sharing Her Gifts 56:58

2M ago56:58

56:58

Let us know what you enjoy about the show! What does it really mean to honor your body’s wisdom in a high-pressure career? Broadway star Aisha Jackson (The Great Gatsby, Frozen, Waitress) takes us behind the curtain to reveal the delicate balance between artistic excellence and personal wellbeing. Fresh from celebrating the one-year anniversary of …

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S2 Ep8: James Brown, Head Chef at Unilever Food Solutions Academy shares his thoughts on the importance of education across the food service industry, and how the organisation is looking to support Chefs ... 17:29

2M ago17:29

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The UFS Academy is a free, online training portal created for Chefs, by Chefs, covering everything from the art of plating to mental health in the kitchen. James Brown, Head Chef at the UFS Academy shares his passion for the hospitality sector and highlights what he wishes he had known about it at the start of his own career. Each month, Serving Su…

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🌿 Meditation for Fresh Starts: Embrace Change & New Beginnings 7:41

2M ago7:41

7:41

Let us know what you enjoy about the show! Life is full of transitions—some chosen, some unexpected. Fresh starts can feel both exciting and overwhelming, and often we forget to pause long enough to honor the shift. This guided meditation will help you release what no longer serves you, carry forward the wisdom of what’s behind you, and gently step…

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Time Travelling with Ofri Nehemya on The K Jazz Show 22:16

2M ago22:16

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So this Sunday, you and I connect with a young drummer from Tel Aviv in Israel by the name of Ofri Nehemya, who has shared stages in collaboration with incredible artists has marked himself as one of the most prominent Israeli drummers in the global jazz scene, collaborating with world wide known artists including Avishai Cohen (bass), Ben Wendel, …

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The Heart of Australian Beef: Sustainability and Flavor Revealed with Sabina Kindler & Chef Thomas Mandzik 45:47

2M ago45:47

45:47

The central theme of today's podcast revolves around the intricate journey of Aussie Beef and Lamb, as we delve into the multifaceted perspectives of our distinguished guests, Sabina Kindler and Chef Thomas Mandzik. Sabina, whose extensive experience traverses the realms of agriculture, livestock genetics, and marketing, provides a profound narrati…

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🍂 Fall Reflections: A Mindfulness Exercise for the Season of Change ✨🧘‍♀️ 10:38

2M ago10:38

10:38

Let us know what you enjoy about the show! 🍂 That unmistakable shift in the air signals more than just the turning of seasons—it touches something deeper within us. The angle of sunlight, the rustle of leaves, the crisp blue sky—all converge to create what I call that inescapable fall feeling. ✨ In this episode, I guide you through a simple mindful…

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The Waterfall and the Pond: A Buddhist Parable on Rest and Renewal 6:57

2M ago6:57

6:57

Let us know what you enjoy about the show! Have you ever felt guilty for resting in a world that glorifies constant productivity? This gentle, meditative episode offers a powerful antidote to our culture's obsession with perpetual action through a beautiful Buddhist parable about balance and renewal. At the heart of this episode is the story of Kan…

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"Live in Johannesburg" with Sean Jones on The K Jazz Show 27:19

2M ago27:19

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On The K Jazz Show today, we welcome one of the great voices of our time on trumpet—Sean Jones. He’s a celebrated bandleader, composer, and former lead trumpeter of the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis. As Artistic Director of Carnegie Hall’s National Youth Jazz Orchestra, Sean is shaping the next generation of jazz ambassadors…

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The Siya Charles Septet, debuts on the Joy of Jazz Festival 2025 22:21

2M ago22:21

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The second hour of The K Jazz Show, we welcome a phenomenal artist whose journey is a story of passion, excellence, and jazz brilliance. She is the 2025 Standard Bank Young Artist for Jazz, a trailblazing trombonist, composer, and arranger whose music has graced global stages from Montreux to New York’s Blue Note. This includes performances alongsi…

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From Hobby to Business: Rona Bachour's Baking Revolution 33:01

2M ago33:01

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Rona Bachour, the talented artist and baker behind Rona's Cookies, joins us to share her remarkable journey from a traditional upbringing in Lebanon and Puerto Rico to becoming a celebrated entrepreneur in the culinary world. With the onset of Covid, baking transformed from a mere familial pastime into a profound therapeutic outlet and a thriving b…

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Beyond Structure: Creating What Can’t Be Taken Away 4:11

2M ago4:11

4:11

Let us know what you enjoy about the show! This intimate conversation explores the balance between craving stability and embracing uncertainty in artistic pursuits. Our guest, an established actor, shares their strategy for navigating the feast-or-famine nature of the entertainment industry. Rather than remaining “at the beck and call of some force…

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✨ Embrace Your Inner Child: A Golden Light Meditation for Healing & Release 8:59

3M ago8:59

8:59

Let us know what you enjoy about the show! Support the show 🌟✨📚 **Buy 'The Places Where There Are Spaces: Cultivating A Life of Creative Possibilities'** 📚✨🌟 Dive into a world where spontaneity leads to creativity and discover personal essays that inspire with journal space to reflect. Click the link below to grab your copy today and embark on a jo…

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Sax in the city with Lakecia Benjamin on The K Jazz Show 28:37

3M ago28:37

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As we are firmly into the second hour of our show and today, we’re thrilled to welcome an incredible talent as part of our “Road to the Joy of Jazz 2025” series. From electrifying saxophone solos to her soulful compositions, Lakecia’s music has captured hearts around the world. And now, she’s coming to Johannesburg for the Joy of Jazz Festival—and …

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From Omelets to Prestige: Chef Lee Aquino's Culinary Evolution 45:03

3M ago45:03

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Chef Lee Aquino embodies a remarkable fusion of culinary expertise and dynamic leadership, overseeing seven distinct dining concepts in the vibrant St. Petersburg area. In this conversation, we delve into his journey from humble beginnings at Shoney's to becoming a pivotal figure in the culinary scene, where he balances artistic expression with the…

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Valeria Yamin: Trusting the Voice Within 53:11

3M ago53:11

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Let us know what you enjoy about the show! What happens when a 12-year-old decides to stop living a lie and pursue her true passion? For Broadway dancer Valeria Yamin, it was the moment that changed everything. In this captivating conversation, Valeria takes us on her journey from Venezuela to Broadway, revealing the pivotal moments that shaped her…

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🌙⛵💖 Life By Us: 36 Years of Love, Adventure, and the Art of Writing Our Own Story 📖✨ 7:20

3M ago7:20

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Let us know what you enjoy about the show! In this heartfelt anniversary episode, I share a personal story that spans nearly four decades—from meeting my husband Philip as a teenager, to getting married aboard a tall ship on Lake Ontario, to the life we’ve created together as captains of our own ship. Originally written on our 21st wedding annivers…

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✨ Reset Your Mind, Reignite Your Imagination: Guided Meditation to Awaken Your Creative Spark 12:33

3M ago12:33

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Let us know what you enjoy about the show! Feeling stuck or uninspired? This gentle guided meditation helps you clear mental clutter, center your energy, and reconnect with your creative spark. Perfect for starting your week, centering before work, or recharging midday, you’ll be guided through grounding breathwork, calming visualization, and a war…

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💡 Breaking Free from Success Traps: Reclaim Your Power and Redefine Success 7:50

3M ago7:50

7:50

Let us know what you enjoy about the show! Have you ever achieved something impressive only to discover it didn't bring the fulfillment you expected? This episode shares the powerful journey of a client (called "Jessie" for privacy) who found herself in exactly this position – working on the most prestigious project of her career yet feeling profou…

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💡 When You're Off Your Game but Don’t Know Why: Understanding Performance Influencers 4:45

3M ago4:45

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Let us know what you enjoy about the show! What truly separates high performers from everyone else? Contrary to popular belief, it's not just raw talent or relentless positivity—it's their ability to identify and manage the specific influencers that affect their performance. During our enlightening conversation, we dive deep into the six critical i…