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Send us Fan MailEvan Thomas, known professionally as 'TX2', is an American rapper and producer from Fort Collins, Colorado. Evan is 19 years old and is now studying music business at the University of Miami. Today, he talks about writing lyrics, creating music, mentorship, and just putting it out there.   What We Discuss with Evan Thomas: How he began writing music The biggest problem most musicians have Overcoming writer’s block Writing for yourself and not for anyone else How much of his music was influenced by his hometown The writing process and the power of journaling Putting restraints in the process to bring something unique Finding mentors and asking questions Balancing creation and output The biggest blessing as a writer Like this show? Please leave us a review here -- even one sentence helps! Consider including your Twitter handle so we can thank you personally!

Send us Fan MailRebecca L. Dekker, PhD, RN, is the author of Babies Are Not Pizzas: They’re Born, Not Delivered. Aside from being an amazing mother of three, Rebecca has built a strong reputation in maternal and infant health circles for her pioneering work as the founder of Evidence-Based Birth.®   What We Discuss with Rebecca Dekker: The impetus behind her advocacy for evidence-based birth Looking at the warning signs during labor and birth Cultural remnants of the "twilight sleep" era still seen in hospitals today How to advocate for yourself to avoid a traumatic birth experience Ways to prepare yourself when your baby is on the way How your partner can take part and use your voice The importance of finding the "golden ticket" to a successful and safe birth How she came up with the title Babies Are Not Pizzas The book writing process and the grace of receiving feedback     Like this show? Please leave us a review here -- even one sentence helps! Consider including your Twitter handle so we can thank you personally!

Send us Fan MailScott Voelker is the author of The Take Action Effect: Proven Steps to Build a Future-Proof Business & Create Your Ultimate Freedom. He’s also helped thousands of people all over the world with his podcast The Amazing Seller, and is one of the leading influencers in the field of e-commerce, helping other entrepreneurs build their own 6 and 7 figure brands.    What We Discuss with Scott Voelker: The birth of The Amazing Seller podcast The concept behind The Take Action Effect How to take action when you feel frozen Self-sabotaging behaviors and how to overcome them His book writing process and capitalizing around his strengths How to find a person you can trust The biggest thing thats hold a person back The importance of having big dreams Creating the bond before the payoff Like this show? Please leave us a review here -- even one sentence helps! Consider including your Twitter handle so we can thank you personally!

Send us Fan MailWalid Azami dropped out of his teaching credential program and pursued his career in the creative space, particularly in the field of photography. Included in his photography portfolio are celebrities such as Kanye West, Jennifer Lopez, Usher, Ricky Martin, Maria Carey, Madonna, and more. His music video work includes Christina Aguilera, Mariah Carey, and his video for Tamar Braxton received a Video of the Year nomination.    Walid is the creative director for growing brands. He is a public speaker. He teaches online courses to photographers globally and gives daily business advice via an assortment of online avenues.   What We Discuss with Walid Azami: Why he decided to drop out of his teaching credential program How he got down the photography path His internship experience with Madonna The power of asking for opportunities Using people vs.utilizing people and relationships How to overcome the fear of getting things started The importance of listening to your instincts Going on tour with Usher as a photographer     Like this show? Please leave us a review here -- even one sentence helps! Consider including your Twitter handle so we can thank you personally!

Send us Fan MailDiane Mulcahy is the author of The Gig Economy: The Complete Guide to Getting Better Work, Taking More Time Off, and Financing the Life You Want. A keynote speaker, Diane has been known to speak in multiple platforms and appeared~ in CNN, Forbes, Huffington Post, The New York Times, The New Yorker, and Oprah.com among others.   What We Discuss with Diane Mulcahy: What is the gig economy?  There's no such thing as job security!  Having an "exit" strategy (even if you currently have a job) The concept of inbound connecting  Some great strategies in getting started with writing Skillsets to thrive in the gig economy Using fear to power through your transformation Why you need to take some time off between gigs The power of experimentation to finally live the life that you really want Diane’s writing process and picking the right agent   Like this show? Please leave us a review here -- even one sentence helps! Consider including your Twitter handle so we can thank you personally!

Send us Fan MailPaul Emerich France is a National Board Certified Teacher and the author of the book, Reclaiming Personalized Learning. Today, we talk about this idea of bringing back personalized learning, finding a sense of belonging, embracing vulnerability, and making your voice heard and your story known to others.   What We Discuss with Paul Emerich France: How he got into teaching and why he has stayed over the years Remembering a good teacher and their effect on you Why he decided to teach elementary kids The challenges he encountered as an openly gay teacher Why reclaim personalized learning and what it's really all about Helping teachers reconnect with their real purpose Making your voice and story known to others Having a strong back and soft front Paul's writing and editing process The importance of vulnerability and why content alone is not enough The power of assessment which is a vulnerable choice to make as a teacher     Like this show? Please leave us a review here -- even one sentence helps! Consider including your Twitter handle so we can thank you personally!

Send us Fan MailJennifer Brown is a leading diversity and inclusion expert, dynamic keynote speaker, best-selling author, award-winning entrepreneur and host of The Will To Change podcast, which uncovers true stories of diversity and inclusion.    What We Discuss with Jennifer Brown: How she dealt with the downplaying of a known stigmatized identity  Ways people cover themselves against exclusion in terms of race, gender, etc. What "inclusion" means and the four stages of the diversity continuum How to find a topic for your book and how to time it The power of testing your title and subtitle that translate to your audience Some challenges in writing Jenny's book How you can stay motivated in marketing your book Making peace with feeling like an outsider being part of an LGBT community The shift of inclusion in terms of leadership roles Changing the narrative around “privilege” How you can leverage your book to grow your authority     Like this show? Please leave us a review here -- even one sentence helps! Consider including your Twitter handle so we can thank you personally!

Send us Fan MailDr. Jennifer Pieratt is the founder of CraftED, a project-based learning (PBL) curriculum. She's the author of Keep It Real with PBL. Today, she shares her story about how she got into project-based learning, the power of leveraging your book to grow your business, and why it’s important to keep it real.   What We Discuss with Dr. Jennifer Pieratt: What is Project-Based Learning? The impetus behind her transition from teaching kids to supporting adults The writing and publishing process of her book The benefits of going to a traditional publisher Jenny's book marketing strategy How you can get to your target audience Going into her own personal writing retreat to get her book done Her greatest challenge in writing her book Leveraging her book in growing her business The power of branding yourself and staying relevant Why self-publishing is a great learning experience Like this show? Please leave us a review here -- even one sentence helps! Consider including your Twitter handle so we can thank you personally!

Send us Fan MailAngela Marshall, also known as “Author Stone,” is the author of Reality to Rags to Riches: The Story and Life of an Ex-NFL Wife. She is a motivational speaker, a columnist, and a creative writing consultant. Today, she talks about her leap from emptiness to a purpose-filled life.   What We Discuss with Angela Marshall: How she dealt with bullying and name-calling as she was growing up Having to hide her pregnancy and the challenges that came along From a normal life to living an NFL lifestyle Struggling with her personal issues and feeling the emptiness Having "disconnects" in her life that she can't even remember certain points in her life Living a luxurious lifestyle but losing her sense of purpose up to the point of almost committing suicide Life after her marriage with her kids leaping from one life to another Slowly developing her backbones as she began to figure her life out Living vicariously through yourself and not having to live for other people Reconciling with her mom whom she had abandonment issues with Like this show? Please leave us a review here -- even one sentence helps! Consider including your Twitter handle so we can thank you personally!

Send us Fan MailMatthew Simpson is the author of the book, Worth The Fight: Acting for a Better World, A Guide to Spirituality, Psychedelic Medicines and Overcoming Trauma. It’s a memoir with the hope of inspiring people to take action. Today, Matthew talks about the challenges in writing his book, the message behind his memoir, helping veterans overcome trauma, and finding flow into your life.   What We Discuss with Matthew Simpson: Why he decided to write a memoir of his struggles and challenges Selling his business and attending the Ayahuasca retreat in Costa Rica Healing our war veterans and helping them find peace and awareness How to identify what to include in your book Challenges in writing the book Finding flow into your life     Like this show? Please leave us a review here -- even one sentence helps! Consider including your Twitter handle so we can thank you personally!