Best Tonya Lied Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 128: 32x More Poison Than You? The Truth About Glyphosate in Dogs 49:03

10h ago49:03

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Your dog may be carrying 32 times more glyphosate in their body than you are. In this episode, I break down the shocking research behind glyphosate exposure in dogs and how it's linked to skyrocketing rates of cancer, skin issues, anxiety and gut problems. Most importantly, I’ll show you a few simple ingredients that you can add to your dog’s diet …

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The Courage to Pause 6:15

3d ago6:15

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Send us a text What does genuine courage look like in a season of exhaustion? Sometimes, the bravest decision is acknowledging our limits and embracing rest without guilt. In this vulnerable and heartfelt episode, I share my difficult decision to temporarily pause the Courageous Overcomers podcast. After reflecting deeply during a recent anniversar…

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Episode 127: How to Bounce Back After a Freak Accident or Chaotic Plot Twists 1:08:17

6d ago1:08:17

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Please know that with every episode I share, there are a million nuances. The context of this episode is a MATCH for my experience and not necessarily a match for your own. I encourage you to listen with love and discernment.💜 On the pathway to your future self and creating your dream life, you’ll inevitably encounter setbacks, obstacles and moment…

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Delegate to Elevate with Beaux Pilgrim 46:02

11d ago46:02

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Beaux Pilgrim of IA Blueprint joins Shane and Tonya to discuss how virtual assistants are transforming independent insurance agencies, including better documentation, improved retention, and freeing up producers to actually produce. If you’re overwhelmed, understaffed, or just tired of doing it all yourself, this episode will change the way you thi…

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Overfunctioning, Perfectionism, and the Lie of Performance-Based Love 17:14

17d ago17:14

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Send us a text Why do some people push themselves so hard—even when they’re already doing too much? In this powerful episode of Courageous Overcomers, we explore the hidden connection between trauma and performance-based living. Host Tonya breaks down five reasons why survivors often fall into the trap of overworking, overachieving, and never feeli…

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Quoting Is For The Weak: A Conversation with Charles Specht 38:41

18d ago38:41

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Charles Specht, host of the Millionaire Insurance Producer podcast, joins Shane and Tonya to discuss how independent agents can win bigger with commercial insurance through his unique “quoting is for the weak” approach to pre-prospecting, micro-niching and messaging. IA Forward to can help you take your agency from good to great. Learn more at iafo…

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Rocket Science and Redemption 29:40

24d ago29:40

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Send us a text Welcome to Courageous Overcomers, where we share real stories of faith, grit, and healing. Today’s guest is John Mollura—a man who went from launching rockets for NASA to launching people into their purpose. After facing deep personal pain and burnout, John made a bold pivot. He left the world of high-pressure engineering to become a…

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Episode 126: Flow vs. Force — Tapping into Feminine Energetics to Plan Your Next Vacay 1:03:11

29d ago1:03:11

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Have you ever made a decision that makes very little sense, but also makes PERFECT sense at the same time? These are always the best, most expansive decisions. But oftentimes, they’re the hardest to CLAIM. I knew I was facing a decision like this when I got a last-minute nudge to go to Glacier National Park for our 17th wedding anniversary. And in …

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Breaking the Silence: The Truth Behind the Abortion Lie 34:47

1M ago34:47

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Send us a text Welcome to Courageous Overcomers, where we face the pain, fight the lies, and rise with faith and resilience. Today’s episode is not an easy one—but it’s a necessary one. We’re peeling back the layers of deception—the deeply rooted lies women have been told… and believed. Lies like: "God can't forgive you." "Your decision will bring …

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Lessons from the Inside: What’s Working for Us 31:13

1M ago31:13

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Shane and Tonya sit down with Retail Director Tara Graham to share real-world lessons from inside the Integra “lab.” From evolving service roles and managing change to improving customer experience and boosting team morale during a hard market, the conversation gets honest about what’s worked—and what hasn’t. Whether you’re running solo or managing…

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Ready, Set, Shine: You’re Almost There! 15:04

1M ago15:04

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This is it! The final countdown before you hit the World stage! Ms. Teri and Ms. Tonya share last-minute encouragement and sparkle-filled wisdom to help you walk into pageant week with confidence and joy. This episode is your official pep talk, and we .want you to hear this loud and clear: You are ready. You are seen. And you are absolutely meant t…

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The weight of shame, the ache of regret, and the power of mercy. 39:13

1M ago39:13

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Send us a text For over 30 years, she carried a silent weight—two decisions made in fear, buried deep beneath layers of shame and what-ifs. She never married. Never had children of her own. And for decades, she believed that disqualified her from joy, from purpose, from grace. But then… Jesus. In today’s episode of Courageous Overcomers, you’ll mee…

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Midyear Micro Moves for Maximum Impact 28:37

1M ago28:37

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It’s halftime of 2025, and you’re still in the game! Shane and Tonya break down what winning agency owners do in the second half of the year with small shifts and smart strategy. IA Forward to can help you take your agency from good to great. Learn more at iaforward.com, and follow IA Forward on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.…

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Practice, Prep, & Pageant: Your Next Two Weeks 26:17

1M ago26:17

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Your paperwork is turned in, and your talent is (almost) ready, so what do you really need to focus on in these two weeks leading up to World? Ms. Teri and Ms. Tonya walk you through practicing for interview, pageant hacks, protecting your voice, beauty tips, reminders, and mindset magic to help you shine when it matters most. Get ready to be focus…

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The Secret She Carried 23:12

1M ago23:12

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Send us a text In this week’s episode of Courageous Overcomers, we’re talking about the weight of secrets—and one of the heaviest is abortion. Not because it didn’t hurt, but because shame said, “Don’t tell.” I didn’t walk that road myself, but I’ve sat with many who have. And what I’ve seen over and over again is this: silence isolates, but truth …

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Renewal Isn’t Retention (Wait, What?) 31:49

2M ago31:49

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Just because a policy renewed doesn’t mean your client is loyal. Shane and Tonya discuss the surprising difference between renewals and retention, explore why insurance agents often confuse the two, and why that mindset is costing them long-term business. You’ll hear practical ideas for building stickiness, touchpoints that matter, and how communic…

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Prepared, Not Panicked 27:02

2M ago27:02

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Getting ready for pageant week can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to. In this heart-to-heart episode, Teri and Tonya share practical advice for parents (and delegates) who want to show up calm and confident. With warmth, humor, and real talk, this episode will leave you feeling more prepared, less stressed, and full of excitement for the up…

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Episode 125: A Mindset Hack to Stop Self-Sabotage in Its Tracks 24:19

2M ago24:19

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Do you know why you quit that healthy habit, even though it felt so good when you started it? At the beginning, you were determined to build a momentum that would last far longer than just a few weeks. And yet, you lost it. You stopped yourself from moving in the very direction you want to go. Your brain has a sneaky way of derailing you from the p…

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Breaking the Silence: One Woman's Abortion Journey 32:14

2M ago32:14

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Send us a text What happens when the pain we carry feels too buried, too dark, or too shameful to bring into the light? Catherine's powerful story of abortion, shame, and ultimate healing reminds us that redemption thrives in vulnerability. Catherine never planned to share her abortion story publicly. For years after her procedure in 1981, she buri…

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Still Thinking About It? It’s Not Too Late 25:15

2M ago25:15

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You’ve built something, thinking about walking away, and are now asking, “Do I have it in me to start again” Shane and Tonya explore why starting over isn’t a step back, it’s a strategic move forward. With experience, clarity, and relationship capital on your side, this might be the smartest time to build your agency, your way. If you're still thin…

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You Asked, We Answered 34:25

2M ago34:25

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From official rules to those “unwritten” expectations everyone whispers about, Teri and Tonya discuss the questions we're receiving from parents and delegates preparing for the World Pageant. Whether you're a first-time delegate or a returning veteran, if you're headed to World, you won’t want to miss this one! Our Little Miss is a Universal Pagean…

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The Harvest 17:30

2M ago17:30

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Send us a text Have you ever found yourself stuck in that excruciating space between obedience and outcome, wondering if God has forgotten you? That painful waiting room is exactly what we're tackling in this soul-nourishing episode. The harvest is indeed coming, but growth requires patience. Drawing from personal experience, I share my family's ch…

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Cash Out vs. Cash Flow: What is Your Retirement Plan? 28:59

2M ago28:59

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Selling your agency might sound like the ultimate success, but is it the best path for your financial future? Shane and Tonya discuss the options of cashing out or creating long-term, sustainable revenue. They explore what buyers are really looking for, how to structure your agency like an annuity, the emotional side of selling, and the hidden risk…

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Purpose and Preparation 38:14

2M ago38:14

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What do pageants really offer beyond the crown? In this episode, Ms. Teri and Ms. Tonya explore how competing at any age can build confidence, character, and community. From developing public speaking skills and personal discipline to forming lifelong friendships and learning how to win with grace and lose with resilience, pageants are a powerful p…

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The Weeds We Leave Behind 12:04

2M ago12:04

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Send us a text The garden of your life needs regular weeding - a truth that resonates deeply whether you're nurturing actual plants or cultivating personal growth. Drawing from my childhood experiences of weeding as punishment, I share powerful insights about identifying and removing the things that steal energy from what matters most. What's drain…

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Micro Moves, Massive Results 32:22

2M ago32:22

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Big change isn’t always the answer. Shane and Tonya break down how small, strategic adjustments can create a massive impact on your agency. From tweaking processes to rethinking priorities, learn how to stay nimble, lead with clarity, and build momentum one micro move at a time. IA Forward to can help you take your agency from good to great. Learn …

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Rooted and Rising 16:40

2M ago16:40

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Send us a text Have you ever mistaken a good day for deep healing? That fleeting moment when everything seems better might just be a beautiful bloom—but what about the roots beneath? This week on Courageous Overcomers, we're digging deeper than last week's conversation about blooming where you're planted. We're examining what truly anchors us durin…

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Blooming in the Broken Places 17:59

3M ago17:59

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Send us a text Have you ever wondered if anything beautiful could possibly grow from your broken places? The soil of past pain, addiction, betrayal, or heartbreak might seem too damaged to support new life—but that's exactly where the most resilient growth begins. Drawing from her family's annual gardening tradition, Tonya Shellnutt explores the pr…

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Swing Big. Miss Big. Win Big. 30:54

3M ago30:54

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Great ideas don’t build successful agencies, action does! Shane and Tonya discuss why taking big swings (and sometimes missing) is the only way to truly grow. From overcoming analysis paralysis to tuning out the noise of social media “experts,” they share real-life stories and practical advice for agency owners ready to stop overthinking and start …

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What do the Savannah Bananas and Courageous Overcomers have in common? 18:26

3M ago18:26

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Send us a text What happens when childhood trauma becomes the foundation for revolutionary joy? The remarkable story of Jesse Cole and the Savannah Bananas offers powerful lessons about resilience that transcend the baseball diamond. Jesse Cole's journey from a broken home with an addicted mother to creating the baseball phenomenon that recently fi…

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From Burnout to Balance 26:56

3M ago26:56

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Shane and Tonya tackle the cultural obsession with busyness and unpack why a full calendar doesn’t always equal fulfillment. From personal stories to leadership lessons, they explore how agency owners can shift from hustle mode to healthy balance without sacrificing success. IA Forward to can help you take your agency from good to great. Learn more…

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The Facade of Addiction 23:33

3M ago23:33

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Send us a text What does addiction promise you, and what does it actually steal? This powerful question forms the foundation of our exploration into the deceptive facade of addiction. Numbing feels like safety, but silently robs us of the very things we desperately seek: peace, purpose, and authentic connection. Throughout this raw and honest conve…

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More than a Green Jacket: Lessons from Augusta for Your Agency 29:51

3M ago29:51

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Shane and Tonya tee off with a conversation about what The Masters can teach us about agency ownership. From Rory McIlroy’s daughter reminding him, “You already know how to play golf,” to recognizing the value of your own strengths and systems, this episode is about presence, persistence, and trusting yourself. IA Forward to can help you take your …

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“The Counterfeit Comfort of Addiction”! 22:30

3M ago22:30

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Send us a text What happens when the very thing that seems to bring us comfort is slowly destroying our lives? Today we're pulling back the curtain on a rarely discussed aspect of addiction—not the chaos it creates, but the counterfeit comfort it provides before taking everything else. Most addictive behaviors aren't primarily about chasing highs; …

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Visibility or Sustainability? Defining Your Agency’s Path 30:11

3M ago30:11

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Shane and Tonya discuss the rise of insurance influencers, the pressure to chase visibility over sustainability, and the challenge of rethinking your agency’s direction to create a business that aligns with your goals and works for you. IA Forward to can help you take your agency from good to great. Learn more at iaforward.com, and follow IA Forwar…

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Episode 124: Healing Birth Trauma with Nicole Safford, a Fiercely Empowered Mama 1:48:52

4M ago1:48:52

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Birth today in the US is a pretty corrupted experience. How often does it go the way mom wants? The way baby wants? This conversation is a sacred one. Birth is where it all starts. Every single one of us has a birth story. In other words, the way we came into the world IS significant. In today’s episode, I sit down with FEM Nicole Safford, RN, BCP2…

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Breaking the Chains of Addiction with guest Chris Janssen 31:05

4M ago31:05

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Send us a text What happens when a high-achieving perfectionist discovers that alcohol simultaneously soothes and sabotages her life? Chris Janssen, USA Today bestselling author of "Grace Yourself," takes us on her remarkable journey from teenage drinking to sustained sobriety, an unexpected relapse, and ultimately, profound redemption. Janssen's s…

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Resilience, Relationships & Real Conversations 34:58

4M ago34:58

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Resilience isn’t just a word, it’s a way of showing up when things get tough. In this episode, Shane and Tonya dive into what resilience really looks like in the independent agency world, why relationships matter more than ever, and how honest conversations can move your business forward. IA Forward to can help you take your agency from good to gre…

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Episode 123: Unpacking Pretty Lies — Is Botox for You? With Guest Megan McCue 1:03:05

4M ago1:03:05

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As you know, I’m an avid reader, rabbit hole deep-diver and researcher. I want to know the truth. Always. And one of my gifts is my built-in bullshit detector. My body quickly responds to and has resonance with truth and alignment, knowing when false narratives, pretty lies or fear mongering are at play. So when I started hearing and seeing highly …

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Breaking the Chains of Addiction: A Husband's Journey to 34 Years of Sobriety 26:44

4M ago26:44

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Send us a text What if your path to sobriety revealed something much deeper than freedom from addiction? Rich Shellnutt knows this journey intimately. With 34 years of sobriety under his belt, he sits down with his wife Tonya to unpack how alcohol gradually infiltrated his life, one drink at a time, and the profound awakening that followed his reco…

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What AI Really Means for Independent Agents (with Chad Jackson and Justin White) 28:20

4M ago28:20

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Shane and Tonya talk AI in the independent insurance channel with special guests Chad Jackson and Justin White of Strawberry Antler. From automating quoting to solving real agency problems, they explore how AI can transform the way small and midsize agencies operate, why AI isn’t as intimidating as it sounds, and how it can turn efficiency into opp…

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Episode 122: “Biggest Transformation of My Life” — Real Talk on All Things Cleansing with Carla Westerby 1:03:25

4M ago1:03:25

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Is your body craving a cleanse, but your mind keeps derailing you? Do you look in the mirror and wish for a natural glow-up? If you want a massive upgrade and transformation in your health and your life, this episode is a must-listen. Join me as I sit down and talk with Carla Westerby, who's now completed two Master Cleanses. She is PROOF that even…

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Breaking Free: 30 Years Sober and Healing 21:25

4M ago21:25

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Send us a text Freedom is possible—I'm living proof of it. After three decades of sobriety, I've discovered that the journey isn't simply about putting down the bottle. It's about confronting the pain we've been desperately trying to numb. My relationship with alcohol began as an escape route. I drank because I couldn't sit with my reality and pain…

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Fees & Fumbles: Avoiding E&S Mistakes 24:34

4M ago24:34

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Excess and surplus lines (E&S) can open up new opportunities, but it also comes with its own set of challenges. Shane and Tonya break down the common fumbles agents make, share how to avoid costly mistakes, decide when to say no, and discuss how build the processes that make E&S business work for your agency. IA Forward to can help you take your ag…

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Episode 121: The Perfect Storm with Dr. Francois Montbrun, Exploring the Root Causes + Natural Solutions for Autism, ADHD, Sensory, Anxiety & So Much More 52:40

4M ago52:40

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Millions of families are stuck in what Dr. Francois Montbrun, D.C., calls "The Perfect Storm," a seemingly endless cycle of sickness, stress and exhaustion. Join me in today's episode to listen in to a conversation I had with Dr. Francois in my private Facebook group, Mamahood. With an understanding that the body has unlimited healing potential, Dr…

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The Real Tonya: Behind the Podcast 19:53

4M ago19:53

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Send us a text Ever wondered what makes a podcast host who regularly dives into trauma and healing tick when they're off-mic? This week, Courageous Overcomers takes a refreshing detour as Tonya Shellnutt pulls back the curtain on her personal life at the urging of her Producer and Children. Through rapid-fire questions and candid answers, Tonya rev…

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Don’t Lose Your Agency Identity at Baggage Claim 29:02

4M ago29:02

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When Southwest Airlines starts charging for checked bags, it’s more than a policy change; it’s a brand identity crisis. Shane and Tonya discuss how staying true to your agency’s unique strengths, rather than chasing trends or comparisons, is the key to long-term success and avoiding burnout. IA Forward to can help you take your agency from good to …

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Episode 120: A Conversation with The EMF Guy, Nick Pineault 51:35

4M ago51:35

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Join me as I sit down with Nick Pineault, the #1 bestselling author of "The Non-Tinfoil Guide to EMFs" and an advocate for safe technologies. Known as "The EMF Guy" with an unconventional approach that blends humor, science and common sense, Nick has become a leading voice on the topic of electromagnetic pollution and how it affects our health. For…

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Let Purpose Shape Your Story, Not Your Pain 15:13

5M ago15:13

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Send us a text Your pain does not get the final say. Keep walking, keep believing, keep fighting." Too often, we let pain define us, but what if we let purposeshape our story instead? This episode will challenge you to move from victimhood to victory using the P.A.I.N. framework: 🔹 P – Process the Pain – Face it, don’t bury it. 🔹 A – Ask What the P…

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Own Your Business, Don’t Let It Own You: The Power of JOMO 27:54

5M ago27:54

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What if the real key to success is JOMO (the Joy of Missing Out)? Shane and Tonya break down how to stay focused, make intentional decisions, and let your business serve you—rather than the other way around. IA Forward to can help you take your agency from good to great. Learn more at iaforward.com, and follow IA Forward on LinkedIn, Facebook, and …

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