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Someone’s Story
by John
Everyone has experiences, stories, and insights we can learn from. Whether your voice has been heard by few or many, Someone’s Story serves as a platform for many voices (maybe even your own!) in an effort to dismantle monoliths and narrow empathy gaps. Engage with @someones.story_podcast on Instagram, @someonesstorypodcast on Facebook, email [email protected], or check out the YouTube page. Learn more about host John Robinson's endeavors at https://direct.me/pathwaysppd. Available on Anchor, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music/Audible, and many other platforms.
Episodes
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The Lost Episodes: Deborah Donahue - “I Used To Live On Banning Street”
In this conversation that was recorded on February 26, 2022, I speak with author Deborah Donahue about her book “I Used To Live On Banning Street”, a wild work of fiction inspired by her own life experienced filled with musical nostalgia, small-town Canadian culture, fast crazy nights, and...
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Discussing Decisions and Emotions Related to Grief, Loss, and End of Life w/ Karen Lennox (S5E6)
Recorded 23 February 2022. My good friend Karen and I discuss the importance of preparing ahead of time when it comes to decisions related to end of life, loss, grief, and death.
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Discussing Intentional Fearlessness with Caroline Markel Hammond of Safe In Harm's Way (S5E5)
Recorded 24 February 2022. Caroline Markel Hammond is the Founder and CEO of the organization Safe In Harm's Way, which helps connect people who are victims/survivors of toxic or abusive relationships to the resources they need to escape. Caroline discusses her own personal journey as a survivor,...
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Evan Stern (S5E4): Vanishing Postcards
Recorded 14 January 2022. I speak with New York resident, Texas native, and avid traveler and storyteller Evan Stern about his highly acclaimed podcast Vanishing Postcards, his background, his creative process, his inspirations, and what to look out for in future seasons! You can listen to...
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Anastazja Gajkowska: Exposing Abuse and Learning to Thrive in the Aftermath (S5E3)
Recorded 1/21/2022. Originally from Poland, Anastazja is a filmmaker, actress, coach, and broadcaster who resides in Los Angeles (CA) after moving there from Spain. She is also a survivor/thriver after domestic abuse. She is the CEO of Expose Productions, the host of The Expose Podcast and is...
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Discussing "Reflective Relationships" with Nicky Hassaballa (S5E2)
Recorded 26 January 2022. Nicky Hassaballa is a Relationship Empowerment Catalyst/Coach. She and I discuss various aspects of navigating relationships and singlehood, the concept of a "reflective relationship" vs a reciprocal relationship or an unhealthy relationship, what constitutes...
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David Wayne Fox: Capturing the Emotional Landscape (S5E1)
Recorded 2 October 2021. David Wayne Fox is an artist in just about every possible sense of the word. He is a Texas native who currently resides in New York, and while his primary passion at the moment is his photography, he has also engaged in the creative pursuits of acting, visual arts (i.e....
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Rina Ahmed: Making a Home in Our Purpose (S4E5)
Recorded 10/14/2021. Rina Ahmed is a life coach, mental health advocate, avid traveler, and counselor with a degree in psychology. She and I discuss the importance of defining our own purpose, not comparing ourselves to others, living by our own values, and the importance being aware and…
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Lovern J. Gordon: "The Legacy He Left Me" and Learning to "Love Life Now" (S4E4)
Recorded 10/18/2021. Lovern and I discuss the harrowing realities of her experiences with domestic violence in her family and in a personal relationship of hers, as well as learning to recover and find healthy love. We discuss the content and insights contained in her award-winning book "The…
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Jill Vanden Heuvel (Host of "There's a Coach for That"): Navigating the Goaler-Coaster (S4E3)
Recorded 9/15/2021. Jill Vanden Heuvel (@jill.vhcoaching on Instagram and Facebook) is a Life Coach who helps overachievers and underperformers find a sense of direction and unlock their potential and also helps coaches navigate starting their own business. She is an alumna of the JRNI Coaching...
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Philip Bieg (CEO of Organizational RND): Expanding our Vision without Losing our Footing (S4E2)
Recorded 9/2/2021. Originally published on 9/16/2021. Phil Bieg is the Founder/CEO of Organizational Research & Development LLC (https://www.organizationalrnd.com/), the Creator/Host of the Organizational RND Podcast, and has been one of my most trusted friends for over a decade. He specializes…
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Graciela Moore: The Perfect Brightness of Mature Hope (S4E1: Season 4 Premiere)
I speak with Graciela Moore (@songofmyself.ig on Instagram) about how the concept and principle of hope has shaped both her life and her coaching practice (Song of Myself Coaching, LLC: somcoaching.com), distinguishing between "mature hope" and unhealthy ideas about hope, what the term "perfect...
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Dr. Christian Acharte: Blossoming Orchid (S3E13: Season 3 Finale)
Conversation recorded in June 2021. I speak with Dr. Christian Acharte about the Orchid Healthcare Platform, the process of starting and developing a business in the pandemic and post-pandemic economy, and my own journey with my business. Check out my coaching pages on Instagram...
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Hale & Brittany: Transformation (S3E12)
My friends Hale and Brittany discuss our friendship, their friendship , and get vulnerable talking about their experiences as members and allies of the LGBTQIA+ population.
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Amy Arends: “Self-love is our superpower.” (S3E11)
Recorded 6/18/2021. Amy Arends is a Holistic Wellness Advisor, Certified Oola Life Coach, Energy Healer, and a discussion leader for Above The Stigma. Amy and I got to know each other due to our frequent collaborative efforts with The Living Well and she was kind enough to share her experiences…
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David Bidler: The Pace of our Race for the Future (S3E10)
I’m very excited to present this conversation with my guest David Bidler. David is the founder of the organizations Physiology First (@physiologyfirst on IG, https://www.physiologyfirst.org ) and the Distance Project (@the_distance_project on IG), as well as the co-founder of Breathe to Perform...
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Discussing Narcissistic Abuse on The Promised Podcast (S3B3)
I’ve had to shuffle my release schedule due to some technical issues I plan to have resolved soon. In the meantime, please enjoy this conversation I had on The Promised Podcast with Kari (@kari.lifecoach on Instagram) about relationships, domestic abuse, and narcissistic abuse recorded on 6/25/2021.
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Historia de Alguien: Entrevista con Egal De Los Santos sobre la Fundación de JB (S3E9b)
Egal Michael De Los Santos es un colaborador quien tiene mucha importancia a la misión y los esfuerzos de la Fundación de JB en la República Dominicana. En este episodio en español, Egal y yo conversamos sobre la inspiración de la fundación, su papel en los esfuerzos de la organización, la…
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Judy Bohler: The JB Foundation (S3E9a)
Judy Bohler is the Founder and President of the JB Foundation, a foundation that provides charitable and social programs and initiatives for people of modest means in the Dominican Republic. After visiting the country for over 2 decades on humanitarian missions, Judy decided to create a…
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Joseph P. Langdon: From Sandbox, to Cell Block, to Redemption (S3E8)
Joseph (@joseph_p_langdon on Instagram) is the author of “From the Sandbox to the Cell Block”, where he chronicles his journey from a troubled upbringing to a 22-year prison sentence as well as his journey to redemption and release. Joseph is also a youth mentor, professional speaker, and a…
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Seth Katz: Becoming Healthier Men Through Self-Love (S3E7)
My good friend and partner-in-crime Seth Katz discuss how he uses his personal journey to help men learn to love themselves after experiencing abuse, toxicity, or dysfunction. Seth and I co-host a free online workshop/support group...
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Making the Quantum Leap in Conscious Leadership with Christian Grancourt (S3E6)
Recorded on 5/31/2021. Christian and I discuss his framework for conscious and quantum leadership that he has developed to help inspired visionaries who want to make an impact on the world achieve their missions. Christian is a coach/consultant and founder of Christian Grancourt Inc., and has...
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Leslie Ann Center: Coach Grandma (S3E5)
I’m this conversation recorded on 5/20/2021, Leslie and I discuss what it truly means to transform ourselves, her recovery journey, her outlook on life, wellness, and health, as well as her methods of practice to help people reach the heights of their potential. You can find Leslie on Instagram...
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Laura Chandler: Distinguishing Between Healthy and Unhealthy Spirituality (S3E4)
I have an enlightening discussion with my former colleague Laura Chandler (LPC, CCTP, CSAM) about her practice, her spiritual journey, and how to differentiate between healthy and unhealthy spirituality. Laura is the owner of Eagles Counseling LLC and a counselor/therapist with specializations in...
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Robin Marvel (Author of “Healing Childhood Trauma”): “I’m living my happy.” (S3E3)
I speak with Robin Marvel (@healingchildhoodtrauma on Instagram)—whose book “Healing Childhood Trauma” has been climbing the Amazon Audible bestseller list—about recovering from trauma, addiction, abuse, and how she maintains a positive yet realistic outlook in the face of adversity in order to...
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Pranali Acharya (PRAKHIL Astrology & Counseling): “The Power is within us.” (S3E2)
Pranali (@prakhil_astrology_counseling on Instagram) joins me from India to discuss the Vedic/Hindu concepts of Jyotish and Tantra and how she incorporates them into her counseling practice, and she effectively addresses my skepticisms about astrology as we ask ourselves important questions such…
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Bonus Crossover Episode with The Comedy Podcast (S3B1)
My friend Harith (host of The Comedy Podcast) joins me all the way from Malaysia for a crossover episode where we discuss comedy, cultural and spiritual differences, current events, and my failed attempt to participate in Ramadan (which I face judgment for in a skit after our conversation). You…
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S3E1 (Mother’s Day): Sirrena Buie and Finding Justice for Her Son Kedric
Today I am honored to present the story of Sirrena Buie, a mother who has been relentlessly searching for the truth behind her the death of her son Kedric in 2017. I recorded this conversation back in April, and I want to preface this interview by saying that I am not a journalist (although she…
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Prescott Osegie: “Keep Fighting Always, Keep Faith Always.” (S2E12: Season 2 Finale)
Prescott Osegie (@prescottosegie on Instagram) and I get into a long conversation about growing up together in the DC area, fitness/CrossFit, Faith/Christianity, cultural/regional differences in the USA, food, sports, current events, self-image, music, the pros and cons of different types of gyms...
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Shameless Plug (S2B4: Solo Bonus Creative Content Episode)
Check out my Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/someonesstorypodcast?fan_landing=true) if you haven’t already!
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Rob Domos: Dandelions in Divine Springtime (S2E11: Happy Ridvan!)
Rob Domos (@zenmasterrob) and I have a long discussion about spirituality, religion, faith, the Baha’i Faith, its history, and the relevance of its teachings today, as well as Ridvan, Truth, Love, empathy, justice, music, his music career, and Wilt Chamberlain!
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Alex: The Art of Dialogue (S2E10)
My friend Alex (@mr.ea3 on Instagram) from Long Beach (CA, USA) joins me to discuss current events, the importance of dialogue and discourse, the healthcare system, cooking, food, diet, nutrition, veganism, fitness, self-image, body image, anxiety, conspiracy theories, and UFOs.
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Eric Shawn Kuhn: How Creativity Can Calm Storms in the Mind (S2E9: Happy Earth Day!)
I take a walk down memory lane with my friend from childhood Eric Shawn Kuhn (@hornmonkey24 on Instagram) as we discuss our childhood memories growing up in the DC area, our creative interests (especially in writing and music), our experiences with Scouts and camping, health and self-image, and…
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Gina de la Chesnaye: The Woman in the Arena (S2E8)
I speak with Gina de la Chesnaye, a martial artist, yogi, trauma counselor, photographer, writer, social entrepreneur, and activist about her latest initiative (the Nachan Project), surviving trauma, martial arts, spirituality, mental health, mindfulness, Buddhist philosophy, self-image, body...
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Conversation with Holly Hemsoth (S2E7)
Holly is a self-love and parenting coach. We talk about what healthy parent-child relationships look like in this day and age, modern parenting struggles, and the concepts of self-love and shame. You can find Holly on Instagram @coachingwithholly_!
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Adam Phan: “For me...” (S2E6)
A great conversation with my friend Adam that I recorded on 3/21/2021 about bigotry, dating, spirituality, and other topics.
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Easter 2021 (S2B3)
Bonus Easter episode. Enjoy!
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Conversation w/ Samantha the Self-Love Coach on Domestic Abuse, Narcissistic Abuse, and Cyber Abuse (S2E5)
The title pretty much sums it up! This is a phenomenon that needs way more attention than it gets. You can find Samantha @selflovewarrior2021 on Instagram.
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Crossover Episode w/ The Comedy Podcast: “Colonizing Malaria” (S2E4)
Crossover episode with Harith of The Comedy Podcast (@thecomedypodcast_ on Instagram)! We might do another one where he teaches me about Ramadan and changes my infidel ways. This episode has a bit of a different feel to many of my others, but I really enjoyed it!
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Baha’i New Year (Naw-Ruz) and the State of Unity in the Face of Prejudice (S2B2)
I discuss some ideas from the Baha’i Faith in the Wake of Naw-Ruz (3/19-3/20) and how Baha’i teachings can serve the hate and division we see in society in light of the recent attention to hate crimes against the Asian community. I had planned on having some Baha’is on to discuss their faith but…
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Salena Jacob (GroundRoots Healing): Distinguishing Between Diversity and Inclusivity (S2E3)
I have a great conversation with Salena Jacob, an old friend and a founding member of GroundRoots Healing with a background in physical therapy (DPT) and a passion for yoga, meditation, physical and mental health and wellness, social justice, spirituality, inclusivity, and music. You can find her...
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Path of the Firebreather (S2B1: Solo Bonus Episode)
Described in the intro portion of the episode. I apologize if the sound quality is not all that great. Enjoy!
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Sydney of Resire: Power over Programming (S2E2)
I have an enlightening, enriching discussion with Sydney, a nursing student with aspirations to launch a side-hustle in cosmetics who runs an Instagram page dedicated to self-love and healing (@shop.resire).
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Conversation with Prue Blennerhassett (CEO of Women of Impact): Becoming More of Who We Are (S2E1)
A great, thoughtful, enlightening discussion on International Women’s Day with a woman who makes a living empowering women. You can find her on Instagram @womenofimpact.global and for information about her upcoming free retreat check out https://www.facebook.com/groups/aprilevolveretreat. Enjoy!
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Valentine’s Day Weekend Bonus Episode: Subtle but Significant Distinctions in Love and Dating
I talk about the importance of distinguishing between some key concepts when it comes to our approach to our love and dating lives. Happy Valentine’s Day!
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Crossover Episode: Borders Cancelled Podcast (S1E4)
I have a conversation with Natalie (Germany), Elisa (Greece), and Ekin (Turkey) of the Borders Cancelled podcast about what bridged any gaps between their cultures during their time at Lithuania’s Vilnius University to allow them to form the wonderful friendship that produced their podcast. And I...
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Analyzing Anxiety and Anxhilaration (Solo Bonus Episode)
Anxiety’s been getting to me recently, and it’s also had an impact on many other people I know. Despite it often being misunderstood in the past, this pandemic has forced us to reevaluate our own relationships with anxiety, fear, vulnerability, shame, regret, emotions, moods, uncertainty,...
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Robert Stubblefield: “I don’t want what you have, I just want what’s mine.” (S1E3)
I have a lengthy conversation with my friend Robert Stubblefield about what inspired him to get involved in activism, his thoughts on current events such as the attempted insurrection at the US Capitol and how US history has contributed to where we are today. He also reads a couple of poems from...
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Christmastime Reflections: My Spiritual Journey (Solo Bonus Episode)
No, I do not have an explanation for why my laugh is so weird in this episode. Now that that’s out of the way, this year was a year of tremendous spiritual growth for me, and I wanted to share some of my experiences with faith during this time of year when I do a lot of reflection. Also, I had to...
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Everyone has experiences, stories, and insights we can learn from. Whether your voice has been heard by few or many, Someone’s Story serves as a platform for many voices (maybe even your own!) in an effort to dismantle monoliths and narrow empathy gaps. Engage with @someones.story_podcast on Instagram, @someonesstorypodcast on Facebook, email [email protected], or check out the YouTube page. Learn more about host John Robinson's endeavors at https://direct.me/pathwaysppd. Available on Anchor, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music/Audible, and many other platforms.
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