Best Blomquist Podcasts (2025)

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Ep 12: Katie Blomquist Makes Sure That Children Are Going Places 41:04

3h ago41:04

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On today's episode of Evolving Waves, we're thrilled to talk with Katie Blomquist of Going Places. Once an elementary school teacher of underprivileged students, Katie magnanimously gave one of her students a bike as a gift... and then realized there were many more underprivileged students out there who could benefit from her generosity. So she tur…

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Cemetery Kisses and Peacocks: A Season 1 Finale 51:57

10d ago51:57

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Send us a text Today we bid adieu to Season 1! Join us as we visit the Hollywood Forever Cemetery to pay tribute to Season 1's final featured individuals (Tomata du Plenty and Maila Nurmi) and share some significant personal news as Courtney announces her upcoming move to Minnesota. To see our other grave offerings for Season 1, check out our insta…

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How Connected Are You? The Mindset and Mastery of Networking with Nancie McDonnell Ruder 59:23

12d ago59:23

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Networking is an integral part of our lives, both professional and personal. I welcome back Nancie McDonnell Ruder, an extraordinary business woman from the Warrior community, to discuss the skills of networking and connecting with others. We discuss how we can cultivate the best mindset and what tactical tips, inspiration and perspectives can we l…

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Ep 11: No, Gen Z is NOT simply lazy (we interrogated our Gen Z employees about this...) 34:31

13d ago34:31

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There are lots of stereotypes out there about every demographic, some true, and some not. We decided to ask two of our employees about some of the stereotypes surrounding their generation as part of a deeper conversation about how they got to where they are today. Meet Tahkya, our SEO and PPC Specialist, and Sicilia, our Marketing Manager, and join…

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Vulnerability as a Skillset with Ejieme Eromosele 31:42

28d ago31:42

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This week we are joined by Ejieme Eromosele, an award-winning Customer Experience and Success Executive, with two decades of experience building high-impact customer programs. She has led CX strategies for Fortune 500 companies and early to mid-stage startups. Specializing in customer-led growth, Ejieme helps organizations drive business value by d…

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Punk to Paint: Tomata Du Plenty Part 2 59:57

1M ago59:57

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Send us a text Spoiler alert!!! - Tomata keeps doin' stuff in this episode. Our deep dive into his life reveals an artist who refused to be defined by any single medium, constantly evolving from drag performer to punk rock icon to folk artist without ever losing his authenticity. When a broken leg temporarily halted Tomata's performance career in 1…

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Let's Do Things: Tomata Du Plenty Part 1 1:00:56

2M ago1:00:56

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Send us a text At the intersection of drag theater, punk rock innovation, and fearless artistic evolution stands David Xavier Harrigan - better known to those in-the-know as Tomato DePlenty. From his early days with the revolutionary Cockettes (described by John Waters as "insane hippie drag queens" creating "complete sexual anarchy"), to founding …

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The Birth of Warriors at Work - 5 Year Anniversary 31:04

2M ago31:04

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March 16, 2020. A moment in time when everything changed. The world almost stopped, uncertainty rose, and we were all forced to navigate uncharted territory. It was also the day I took a big leap into the unknown. I went live on Facebook, not knowing who would show up but knowing that leadership, resilience, and community were needed more than ever…

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Ep 10: Steve Nettles discusses why it was important to pay his employees more than himself 32:33

2M ago32:33

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Steve Nettles, the founder of Tax Pros Plus and the co-founder of the North Charleston Chamber Of Commerce, sits down and discusses why it was so crucial for his business to pay his employees more than himself. In his discussion, Steve’s passion for empowering others and his belief in the power of equitable compensation shines through. He is a firm…

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WAW 5th Anniversary - Our First Podcast "Becoming You" Featuring Jean Otte 54:59

2M ago54:59

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In celebration of the 5-year anniversary of Warriors At Work, I am resharing my first ever interview with the “ultimate mentor and motivator” Jean Otte in early 2020. Experience a special journey into entrepreneurship with the extraordinary Jean Otte, Founder of WOMEN Unlimited, Inc. From Jean’s very humble beginnings in London during World War II …

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Punk Vampira: Maila Nurmi Part 4 1:26:34

3M ago1:26:34

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Send us a text Well, here it is. The final installment of our four part series on Maila Nurmi. Maila didn’t get all she deserved in her life and she never really reaped the benefits of her creations. But the life she lived was full of adventure, fascination, excitement and in many ways, love. In this particular episode, we explore her final romance…

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Ep 9: Frank AuCoin Went From A Sixth Grade Dropout To A Best Selling Author 1:03:26

3M ago1:03:26

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Today on Evolving Waves, we sit down with Frank AuCoin, who has one of the most fascinating stories we've ever heard. After dropping out of sixth grade and being illiterate until his 30's, Frank was determined to make the most out of the rest of his life. Fast forward to today, and Frank is now a best-selling author. But what about all that work he…

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Reconnect, Reflect and Celebrate 20 years with Fiz Olajide (Part 2) 23:04

3M ago23:04

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In 2025, Transition Enterprises LLC marks its 20th anniversary! Over the past two decades, I have had the honor of working with some of the most talented and inspirational leaders around the world. It has been a privilege to be in service to something greater than myself, helping others tap into their inner wisdom and make bold choices. To commemor…

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Post Vampira: Maila Nurmi Part 3 1:19:34

3M ago1:19:34

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Send us a text Just when Maila’s career was starting to run out of steam, some luck with Liberace kept her in the spotlight for a time. But this was quickly followed by bad decisions, bad boys and a very bad movie called Plan 9 from Outer Space. Pop in those ear buds, friend. You don’t want to miss this. Links from the show: https://youtu.be/alPPXV…

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Reconnect, Reflect and Celebrate 20 years with Fiz Olajide 41:16

3M ago41:16

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In 2025, Transition Enterprises LLC marks its 20th anniversary! Over the past two decades, I have had the honor of working with some of the most talented and inspirational leaders around the world. It has been a privilege to be in service to something greater than myself, helping others tap into their inner wisdom and make bold choices. To commemor…

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We Love You, Los Angeles: Remembering the Victims of the Fires 14:06

4M ago14:06

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Send us a text This podcast is all about making sure that the stories of Hollywood’s dead never die, and after this absolutely horrific week, we need to do just that in our own small way. Thank you to all of the firefighters, volunteers, loving citizens of Los Angeles, and people helping from afar. Humanity is the only thing that can save us in the…

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Bridging the Cultural Divide between East and West with Derek Koenig 51:40

4M ago51:40

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Warriors at Work is celebrating 5 years this coming March and we are kicking off 2025 with a great interview with Derek Koenig - marketing & creative extraordinaire. He shares with us highlights from his 25 year career, what he learned from his work around the globe and his most recent assignment in Shanghai, China. Derek takes us on his journey of…

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Ep 8: How To Build An Online Empire with Neil Shulman 52:07

4M ago52:07

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Neil Shulman, the creator and founder of the Florida Gators multimedia entity In All Kinds of Weather, stops by to give his insights on what it takes to build an enormous following across several online platforms.By Stingray Branding

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Prime Vampira: Maila Nurmi Part 2 1:39:04

5M ago1:39:04

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Send us a text As we unravel the layers of Vampira's gothic charm, we celebrate her unique blend of dark humor and magnetic persona that captivated 1950s audiences. Picture her cruising Sunset Boulevard in full vampire regalia, her chilling scream echoing through the night—a scene that marked her groundbreaking show, Nightmare Attic. We reminisce a…

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Ep 7: The Pirate Hunter; The story of Justin Myers 57:32

5M ago57:32

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When your nickname is "The Pirate Hunter," you're sure to have a captivating story. Justin Myers does, and then some. In today's episode, we talk about the delicate balance of serving your country and preserving life with a man who has done both in spades. Justin has a tremendous career as a Gunner in the US Navy, running businesses, and leading te…

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Ep 6: Alan Thompson Embodies the American Success Story 36:31

6M ago36:31

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The host of Evolving Waves, Alan Thompson, switches seats and takes center stage as a guest to walk us all through his story of becoming a self-made business success. The path to successful entrepreneurism is an up-and-down roller coaster. Alan launched multiple businesses over the last 2 decades and learned numerous lessons along the way that he s…

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Betting on Yourself with Hilary DiPiero and Teresa Pearson 44:57

6M ago44:57

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This week I welcome two incredible women from my personal circle, Hilary DiPiero and Teresa Pearson. Long term friends turned collaborators, who have come together in the creation of a brand that is focused on sharing the beauty and power of the small moments in life. Personally, I am struck by their connection to each other and their decision to r…

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Pre-Vampira: Maila Nurmi Part 1 1:35:43

6M ago1:35:43

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Send us a text Get ready to unravel the journey of a remarkable woman who bucked the expectations of her time at every turn. Maila Nurmi (better known as Vampira) was really and truly the original mistress of the night. As we take a look at her early years, we can see that dichotomy was always present for her. Her father was a teetotaler, while her…

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On a "Roll with Cole and Charisma" 1:04:21

6M ago1:04:21

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On The Ramp. It. Up! Podcast, we are celebrating Thanksgiving! It has been a year, and life has been LIFING! But we want to give thanks that we are still thriving despite what life throws at us! I hope you all have a Happy Thanksgiving! Our guests on today's episode are an amazing married couple and dedicated advocates. Cole and Charisma Sydnor or …

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The Art of Interrogation with Molly Blomquist 39:51

6M ago39:51

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We welcome to the Warrior community a security and risk management expert, Molly Blomquist, renowned for her leadership in high stakes situations in Iraq and Pakistan. She has extensive experience in negotiations and interrogations and joins us to discuss the Art of Interrogation. She breaks down the complex and nuanced skill of interrogation into …

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More Evolving Waves coming soon... 8:02

6M ago8:02

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Evolving Waves host Alan Thompson and producer Neil Shulman give a quick update on the show, and tease some of the fascinating stories to come.By Stingray Branding

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Rags to Rainbow: Toto (Terry) the Dog 1:03:24

6M ago1:03:24

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Send us a text Did you know that Toto was a lil lady pup named Terry who used to pee on the rug? Well in this episode, Toto tells ALL. And she tells it in first person! Our main source for this episode was an adorable book called I, Toto, which was written by Willard Caroll after he discovered a scrapbook that shed light on Terry's life and feature…

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No More Bad Vibes: Christopher Jones Part 2 1:05:34

7M ago1:05:34

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Send us a text Today, we return to the complex story of Christopher Jones and explore his final "lost years" after he turned his back on Hollywood in the height of his fame. We unwind the tangled web of his life, from his alleged romance with Sharon Tate amidst Italian film sets, to his eerie ties with the infamous Cielo Drive. As we reflect on Jon…

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Cheekbones and Demons: Christopher Jones Part 1 1:22:14

7M ago1:22:14

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Send us a text What if the ghost of James Dean haunted an actor's career? Christopher Jones, a man forever overshadowed by his uncanny resemblance to the rebel icon, lived a life that was as electrifying as it was cursed. Jones's journey through the swinging '60s is a cocktail of passion and paranoia, particularly in his tumultuous relationship wit…

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Accelerating Talent with Betty McCormack 43:41

7M ago43:41

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We are fortunate to be joined by Betty McCormack, Managing Director in HR for Accenture, to discuss the reinvention of HR. HR’s position from a strategic standpoint is crucial right now in the re-imagining of the workplace and the businesses that we are trying to create. She will share with us some of her incredible insights, strategy and experienc…

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Introducing: Dead and Kind of Famous 5:53

8M ago5:53

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Send us a text Have you ever strolled through a graveyard and felt a sudden wave of curiosity about the people resting beneath the headstones? Especially the one’s featuring a mysteriously unrecognizable yet glamorous headshot? If you’ve ever been to Los Angeles’s most iconic cemetery, Hollywood Forever, then you know the type. And on their new pod…

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Bon Vivant: Baron Clement Von Franckenstein 58:12

8M ago58:12

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Send us a text Ever wondered what it takes to be dubbed a Hollywood bon vivant? Join us as we kick off "Dead and Kind of Famous" with the eccentric and flamboyant life of Baron Clement von Frankenstein. We'll take you through our amusing adventure in the Hollywood Forever Cemetery, where we use Find a Grave to track down the baron's final resting p…

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Writing to Heal with Elizabeth and Suzanne 1:05:46

8M ago1:05:46

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On today's episode of The Ramp. It. Up! Podcast, we are closing out Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month by speaking with Elizabeth Vander Kamp and Suzanne Costello about the Write to Heal study, a program Elizabeth facilitated during the pandemic for individuals with spinal cord injuries as part of a nationwide telehealth research study. Click here …

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"Take a Look at This Heart": Ben Duffy 1:00:39

8M ago1:00:39

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On this episode of The Ramp. It. Up! Podcast we are talking about love and relationships with documentary filmmaker, Benjamin Duffy. Take a Look at this Heart is an open and honest conversation with people living with disabilities about their love lives and their searches for love. We go in depth about his experiences with the subjects of the film …

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W.O.W. Its Natalia Mendez 53:55

9M ago53:55

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On this episode of The Ramp. It. Up! Podcast, I have some good news. Your favorite podcast host Rhonel, is officially a Certified Professional in Accessibility Core Competencies (CPACC). Check out the IAAP Website for my information on the certification. Also, joining me for the episode is Natalia Mendez, Founder and Executive Director of Women on …

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Optimal Living with Dr. Wendy Warner 45:51

9M ago45:51

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This week I am sharing a very important expert in my life, Dr. Wendy Warner. Dr. Warner has played a crucial role in my health and well-being for the past 5 years and I am thrilled to share her wisdom with my Warrior nation! Dr. Warner is a functional medicine practitioner who seeks to find the root of illness and help you to live an optimal life. …

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Unlock the Power of Well Being with Chief Energy Officer, Dilan Gomih 39:28

10M ago39:28

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As we celebrate the Olympics, and watch athletes strive for their best, we find ourselves encouraged to adopt our own healthy mindset. This week we welcome to the community a true warrior and well-being guru, Dilan Gomih, to help us on that path. She is a celebrated speaker, fitness specialist and Founder of Dilagence. Dilan helps organizations and…

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Around the World with Spencer Blomquist 1:13:02

10M ago1:13:02

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On this episode of The Ramp. It. Up! Podcast, avid traveler, and certified travel agent, Spencer Blomquist joins me to talk about traveling and his recovery journey. Planning a vacation can be a hassle and exponentially more so when traveling as a wheelchair user. Spencer specializes in coordinating travel for people with disabilities and shares a …

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Ep 5: Capturing Empowerment: Diandra's Journey to Boudoir Photographer 36:32

10M ago36:32

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Diandra McNaire's inspiring journey from automotive to self-employed boudoir photographer in Charleston showcases how passion and perseverance can lead to success. Overcoming industry challenges through a focus on unique style and branding, she pivoted during COVID to meet a surge in demand by transitioning her studio. Diandra's work not only empow…

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Listening, Learning and Leading with Aoifinn Devitt 29:08

10M ago29:08

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This week, we welcome Aoifinn Devitt, Chief Global Market Strategist and founder and creator of The Fiftyfaces Podcast. Aoifinn is a force when it comes to markets, investing and storytelling and together we explore her personal and professional journey and the lightbulb moments that have guided her success. We take a deep dive into the magic of hu…

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Father's Day 2024: Carlton "Wheelchair Chronicles" Brown 59:29

10M ago59:29

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On this episode of The Ramp. It. Up! Podcast we are highlighting fathers. Carlton Brown, podcaster, dedicated husband, loving father, and C5-C7 quadriplegic, joins me on the podcast to share his injury story and life as a dad after acquiring a spinal cord injury. We discuss mental health, parenting, and his "Wheelchair Chronicles" podcast. Ramp. It…

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EP 4: Pixie Paula, a Spirited Success: Leading Women in the Distillery Industry 50:35

10M ago50:35

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Pixie Pala, a trailblazing leader in the spirits industry, shares her journey of revitalizing a struggling distillery in Charleston amidst gender challenges. She underscores the value of financial empowerment for women and sheds light on her charitable initiatives. Emphasizing the significance of women-owned businesses, Pixie discusses her path in …

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Ep 3: Resilience Redefined: The Journey of Frank Wells, Reinventing Healthcare 42:09

10M ago42:09

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Tune in to episode 3 to learn about the challenges and lessons learned by Frank Wells of Holy City Med from formulating an exit plan for HealthFirst. Frank has utilized his experience of working in Urgent & Family care at Health First to launch a non-insurance-focused Urgent & Family care chain of clinics in Charleston, SC. He discusses the importa…

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Father's Day 2024: Felton Brown 55:19

11M ago55:19

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On this episode of the Ramp. It. Up! Podcast, husband, father and motivational speaker Felton Brown joins me to talk about his recovery journey and fatherhood. Ramp. It. Up! Get to know our guest Felton Brown is a dynamic, ambitious, and faith-driven individual from the great city of Opa-Locka, Florida. he is an inspiring motivational speaker and a…

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Moving past an Involuntary Exit with Robin Merle 36:47

11M ago36:47

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This week we welcome Robin Merle, author of Involuntary Exit, A Woman’s Guide to Thriving After Being Fired, to share her insights. She brings a unique perspective to the conversation, showing how moving past the initial stages of anger and fear, and finding ourselves on a path of self-reflection can turn the experience into a positive one. It can …

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Ep 2: Olympic Adversity to Entrepreneur Success: Donovan Rider 46:00

11M ago46:00

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Donovan Rider shares his journey from growing up in a small town to becoming a Taekwondo athlete and pursuing his dream of becoming an Olympian. He talks about his experience in the World Class Athlete Program in the Army and the challenges he faced during the Olympic trials. Unfortunately, after a career-ending injury, he had to find a new path th…

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Ep 1: From Heartbreak to Healing - Alan Thompson's Journey 1:02:53

11M ago1:02:53

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Alan Thompson, founder of Stingray Branding, shares his journey of overcoming challenging relationships and finding true love. He reflects on his past marriages and the lessons he learned from them. Alan discusses the red flags he ignored and their impact on his relationships. He emphasizes knowing what you truly want in a partner and not settling …

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Evolving Waves: Riding the tides of adversity to reach the shores of success. 20:54

11M ago20:54

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Evolving Waves is a new podcast that aims to share inspiring stories of everyday people who have overcome adversity to achieve success. The podcast will cover a range of topics including business, relationships, and personal development. The goal is to create a safe and supportive space for guests to share their stories and inspire and motivate lis…

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One Life to Love with Founder, Courtney Lalotra 37:32

12M ago37:32

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This month we introduce you to Courtney Lalotra, Founder and President of the nonprofit organization One Life to Love. For Courtney it all started with a trip to India that changed her life path and she brings us along the way. She shares personal stories, from her own life and the children around her, that shows how her organization strives to emp…

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Become a Great Networker with Nancie McDonnell Ruder 33:03

12M ago33:03

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Networking is a crucial aspect of any business. Whether you are just starting out or a seasoned business professional, building relationships can help you gain valuable insights and find new business opportunities. This series shares conversations with four extraordinary business women, from the Warrior community, to discuss the skills of networkin…

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