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Time to Elevate Podcast
by Ann Lucente
We’re all on a journey, navigating a path filled with dreams, challenges, and opportunities. Though our paths are different, we’re all headed in the same direction. So why not ELEVATE each other along the way? My name is Ann Lucente, and I’m a voice actor and the host of Time to Elevate, a podcast where I sit down with incredible guests I’ve met along my journey to explore their stories of resilience, pivoting, faith, and divine intervention. My show is for those seeking inspiration, personal growth, and real conversations that remind us we’re never alone.
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Kim Piscopo – “A Legacy of Strength”
Courage doesn't always roar. Sometimes courage is the quiet voice at the end of the day saying, 'I will try again tomorrow.' ~ Mary Anne Radmacher 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋Welcome to another episode of Time to Elevate Podcast! I’m your host, Ann Lucente. If you’re a longtime listener or a brand-new friend, I’m so happy you’re here. Time to Elevate is all about lifting each other up in every part of life, not just our careers. I’m so passionate about strong women, the women who paved the way, and the power of having a supportive tribe. Today, I’m honored to introduce a guest who’s been an important part of my tribe for years—a true powerhouse. Born in Florida and raised between the suburbs of Boston and New York, she grew up with a deep appreciation for family, resilience, and connection. After her parents divorced when she was ten, she was raised by her remarkable and strong mother. She also holds many cherished childhood memories with her father. Both of her parents passed within the last seven years and are deeply missed every day. Life has taken her on quite a journey, moving nearly two dozen times and embracing new places and experiences along the way. Family remains at the heart of her story. She is the proud mother of Jenny and Dominic and the loving grandmother—or, should I say, an awesome Grammy—to her two adored grandsons, Zachary and Christian. She has a younger brother, Jeff, and two stepbrothers, Jeremy and Nick, as well as a sweet stepmother, Kathy. She met and married, Joe, who is a godly man and who is incredibly supportive of her in everything she does, and they’re embracing every moment of this life together ❤️❤️. A dedicated worker throughout her life, she began running a business with her mother at just eighteen years old, building a strong foundation of determination and independence. She describes herself as a prayer warrior, daughter of Christ, a loving mother and wife, and a devoted friend. Her faith guides every part of her life. She finds joy in many of life’s simple and beautiful moments, including music, worship, the ocean and beach, flowers, animals, travel, meaningful conversations, time with close girlfriends, and a great movie. Above all, her love for God is the center of her life. Her faith is her strength, her anchor through life’s storms, and the place where she finds hope and lasting joy. Let me introduce to you my beautiful friend and tribe member, Kim Piscopo! 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋Time to Elevate original theme song created bySinger Songwriter Victoria Purdy 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋Time To Elevate Instagram Ann Lucente InstagramTime To Elevate Podcastemail: [email protected]
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Rebecca Szabo - That's Sew Fabulous!
“Don’t Let Your Past Control Your Future.” ~ A message from Rebecca's Dad🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋Hey! Welcome to another episode of Time to Elevate Podcast! I’m your host, Ann Lucente. Whether you’ve been listening since day one or you’re joining me for the very first time, I’m so thrilled you’re here. This is a space where we talk about resilience, life pivots, and the divine interventions that place people in our paths when we least expect it. It’s all about the strength we find when we walk the journey together. Today’s guest is someone I met through what I truly believe was divine intervention. If you’ve listened before, you’ve heard me talk about how the Woodstock/New Paltz Craft Fair has blessed me in ways far beyond shopping. I’ve met incredible people there who have become dear friends. In September of 2025, I was going through a season where I felt a bit out of sorts and really needed time to just be. That weekend, the craft fair happened to be taking place, so I decided to go on my own. As I was casually strolling through, I stopped at a vendor booth that was completely meant to be. That booth belonged to my guest today. What started as a simple moment of browsing turned into something so much more. From that one stop came beautiful, meaningful memories for me and my family. My guest today truly has a gift. Before I introduce you to her, let me share a little bit about her. She has always had a connection with needle & thread. Generations before her sewed and shared their skills with her. She has worked professionally as a seamstress, pieceworker, sewing machine ambassador, pattern tester, and even owned a quilt shop for a few years! In 1990, her terminally ill mother in law asked her to make christening outfits from her wedding gown. She, along with her maternal grandparents, inspired her to create and repurpose precious items into keepsakes for family & friends. In April of 2022, she left an administrative job to pursue her craft full time. She now creates custom memory keepsakes for others and makes fabulous accessories and seasonal décor in her home studio. She loves using unique prints, vintage trims, and thrifted items to create her own fabulous designs! You can find her year-round on Etsy or at seasonal events in the NJ & NY area. And now she’s here with me! Yay! I am super excited to welcome the incredibly talented Rebecca Szabo! Rebecca's InstagramRebecca's FacebookRebecca's Etsy🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋Time to Elevate original theme song created bySinger Songwriter Victoria Purdy 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋Time To Elevate Instagram Ann Lucente InstagramTime To Elevate Podcastemail: [email protected]
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Victoria Lynn Purdy - The Ultimate Christmas Girl! Plus Singer, Songwriter, & Actor
“It’s a Long Life. There’s time to do everything and time to see everyone; and seasons.” ~ Mantra from Victoria Lynn Purdy🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋Welcome to another episode of Time to Elevate Podcast! Hey! Welcome to another episode of Time to Elevate Podcast! I’m your host, Ann Lucente, and whether you’ve been here from the start or this is your very first listen, Thank you so much for being part of this journey. This is a space where we talk about resilience, pivots, and the power of walking together along the way. So, today’s guest is someone deeply connected to both me and this podcast. When I first transitioned from having a cohost to hosting Time to Elevate solo with featured guests back in March of 2024, my very first guest was the same person who’s joining me today. Since then, so many exciting things have been unfolding in her career. She’s a multi-talented artist—an accomplished singer songwriter, a growing actor, and the creative mind and voice behind the Time to Elevate theme song you hear at the start and finish of every episode. Her artistry is literally woven into the heart of this show. Before I introduce you to her, let me share a little bit about her: She grew up in a small town in New York, writing songs about heartbreak she had never experienced yet. Coming of age in the church and navigating her parents’ divorce made her really comfortable with messiness, and she discovered a love for expressing that through music. She has written songs about nearly every event in her life—playing with concepts of young love, feelings of not being good enough, and dealing with loss. She says, “Granted, many of those early songs were not very good, (I disagree!) but it was during that time I realized music was for me”. When she found herself turning to songwriting as a coping mechanism, she knew she had something special. When lockdown hit in 2020, the messiness she had grown accustomed to only amplified, and she finally decided to write about every messy thing she could find. Those songs became her stories. And now, I’m so excited to welcome back to the podcast someone who means the world to me—multi-talented singer songwriter, actor, my Christmas Girl, my daughter, Victoria Lynn Purdy. Victoria's InstagramVictoria’s TikTokVictoria’s WebsiteVictoria’s Link Tree🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋Time to Elevate original theme song created bySinger Songwriter Victoria Purdy 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋Time To Elevate Instagram Ann Lucente InstagramTime To Elevate Podcastemail: [email protected]
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Grace Kimball - Director, Playwright, Intimacy Professional, & Asst. Director of Graduate Professional Development
"Art is what you do for yourself" quote from Stephen Sondheim's musical Sunday in the Park with George.🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋Welcome to another episode of Time to Elevate Podcast! I’m your host, Ann Lucente. Whether it’s your first time listening or you’ve been along for the ride from the start, I am so grateful you’re here. Today we’re stepping into a fascinating space where scholarship, theater practice, and human connection all overlap. My guest today has dedicated her life to exploring the power of performance, both in history and in our present moment. You know, When I interview someone, I usually have met them before, or at least have a sense of how we’ll connect. With today’s guest, I had heard so many wonderful things about her through her parents, who are both amazing actors and voice actors but still, until I actually meet someone, I never really know how we’ll connect. Let me tell you, the moment we met for a brief sound check, I felt an instant connection. She’s the kind of person who immediately makes you feel comfortable and excited to be in conversation with her. Before we get into it, let me share a little bit of her story: She is the Assistant Director of Graduate Professional Development at UC Santa Barbara and a PhD candidate in Theater, Dance, and Performance Studies. Her dissertation develops new performance theories to better understand how English Protestant identity was shaped in relation to other faith traditions during the early modern period. Her professional background is just as wide-ranging, spanning higher education, student affairs, public school teaching, and arts administration. She has also presented her research at national and international conferences, including the Shakespeare Association of America. Beyond her academic work, she is a theater director, playwright, and intimacy professional, with credits that stretch from Shakespeare adaptations to contemporary performance festivals. In 2022, she co-founded The Public Domain Players, a nonprofit theater company dedicated to making “found theater” more accessible, where she wrote, produced, and directed her play Finding Jud(a)ea. And when she’s not working, she’s weightlifting, reading, or on the hunt for the best pizza spots in Southern California. So help me welcome the incredibly talented Grace Kimball. Grace's Instagram🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋Time to Elevate original theme song created bySinger Songwriter Victoria Purdy 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋Time To Elevate Instagram Ann Lucente InstagramTime To Elevate Podcastemail: [email protected]
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Halloween Episode 👻🎃 with Julia Rose Purdy - Actor & Filmmaker
"Your job is to do the work, not judge the work. Focus on process, not product. Process, not perfection" 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋Welcome to another episode of Time to Elevate Podcast! I’m your host, Ann Lucente. Thank you so much for being here today and for being part of this journey. This is a space where we talk about resilience, pivots, and the power of walking together along the way. As we close out the last months of 2025, I’ve been highlighting a special series I call “Empowered Daughters”. Today’s guest is the second of this series and someone I could not imagine my life without. The last time she was here, a little over a year ago, she was still finding her way. Since then, she has risen with incredible strength and achieved so much. She is resilience in motion, with an unbelievable ability to pivot when life takes unexpected turns. When she puts her mind to something, there is no stopping her. She is powerful, determined, and a true force. And here’s the part that makes this conversation even more special for this end of year theme—she IS my actual daughter. I could not be more proud or more excited to welcome her back to the podcast. Let me give you a glimpse into who she is before we get started. She is an actress based in Charleston, SC, originally from upstate NY. A graduate of Western Connecticut State University, she honed her craft in theatre performance and discovered a love for behind the scenes work as well. While she has a great love and respect for the theatre, she is currently focused on pursuing a career in film acting. She is excited to continue working towards her future in the film industry and is currently exploring all aspects of the industry from acting to directing to filmmaking. She is passionate about creating powerful, meaningful stories through diverse, complex characters and looks forward to sharing more of these stories in the future. And now, I get to welcome back someone who holds a very special place in my heart— My creative, fearless, unstoppable, daughter, Julia Rose Purdy. Julia's Instagram🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋Time to Elevate original theme song created bySinger Songwriter Victoria Purdy 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋Time To Elevate Instagram Ann Lucente InstagramTime To Elevate Podcastemail: [email protected]
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Julia Maddalina - Portrait Artist & Fantasy Illustrator
"EPP" - Enjoy the Precious Present~Kyle R. Hargrave🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋Welcome Back to the Time to Elevate Podcast! I’m your host, Ann Lucente, and if this is your first time tuning in! I’m so happy you're here. This is a space where we celebrate resilience, honor the journey, and trust that divine timing always has our back. And speaking of divine timing… today’s guest is a beautiful example of just that. Life has a beautiful way of weaving stories together, often in ways we could never plan or predict. Decades ago, I formed a friendship that would become one of the longest and dearest in my life. We had met in the hustle of New York City in the 1980s, and even as our paths led us to upstate New York, we stayed close, raising our families in sync without even trying. First we each had sons, just a year apart. Then, twins for me, followed by twins for her. Life -mirrored life. And through that friendship, I was given an unexpected gift—my very special guest today - someone I might never have met otherwise. She’s a brilliant artist whose work feels like it captures souls, not just faces. Her portraits are so full of life, you can almost see them breathe. She is one of those blessings that reminds me how deeply life rewards us when we stay open to its journey. She’s an award-winning portrait artist and fantasy illustrator whose body of work includes collaborations with Brotherwise Games, Escape Plan Games, General Pencil Company, and D&DBeyond. She has also created works in the worlds of The Kingkiller Chronicles and The Cosmere. Beyond her studio, she travels across the United States giving lectures, teaching classes, and offering traditional art demonstrations. Her creative life is a mix of commissions, freelance work, gallery show pieces, and educational content. You can find her work at IX Gallery, Gallery Nucleus, in art magazines, books, and fine art prints. So let’s get to it, and welcome the incredibly talented portrait artist and fantasy illustrator, and my new friend, Julia Maddalina. Julia's WebsiteJulia's ShopJulia's Instagram🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋Time to Elevate original theme song created bySinger Songwriter Victoria Purdy 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋Time To Elevate Instagram Ann Lucente InstagramTime To Elevate Podcastemail: [email protected]
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Mandy Fisher - NYC-Based Voiceover Actor & Coach
Mandy's daily mantras:"Open mind and open heart" ; "Every breath is a choice" ;"Building is not behind"🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋Welcome Back to the Time to Elevate Podcast! I’m your host, Ann Lucente. If this is your first time listening, you’ve just stepped into a space where we elevate each other along the journey, honor the strength it takes to keep showing up, and trust that everything unfolds exactly when it’s meant to. Today’s guest is someone I first connected with through the VO Academy, where she served as a mentor and quickly became a standout guide. She brings a refreshing mix of authenticity, humor, and encouragement that pushes you to step into your full self—flaws, laughs, and all. She’s a voiceover actor, coach, and creative powerhouse who knows the value of being real—showing up as yourself and taking the risk. She’s not about perfection; she’s about relaxing into the process, and finding confidence in being unapologetically YOU. Her work inspires people to break through fear and embrace their unique stories with courage and joy. So if you’re looking for someone who’ll make you smile, give you permission to loosen up, and remind you that your true voice matters, you’re in for a treat. She is a New York City-based full-time voiceover actor with over 20 years of experience in the industry. Her voice has brought life to projects for brands like Marvel, Crayola, Disney, Peloton, IBM, Coke, Walmart, Kohl’s, and more. Beyond the booth, her heart is in helping others. She’s a dedicated coach who supports voice actors at every stage of their journey, and she does it with humor, honesty, and heart. She also runs a vibrant VO community on Discord, shares daily behind-the-scenes and tips on TikTok, and writes a thoughtful Substack where she dives into everything from industry insights to mental wellness and neuroscience. You’re about to hear from someone who keeps it real, leads with love, and makes this creative path feel a little more possible. So let’s get into it with my friend, the one and only, Mandy Fisher! Mandy's WebsiteMandy's TikTokMandy's Email🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋Time to Elevate original theme song created bySinger Songwriter Victoria Purdy 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋Time To Elevate Instagram Ann Lucente InstagramTime To Elevate Podcastemail: [email protected]
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Nick Omana - Voiceover Talent, Producer, & Director
"What would an outside observer say about how serious you are about your goals? Don't tell me your priorities, show them. The answer is found in the action" ~ Sahil Bloom🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋Welcome Back to the Time to Elevate Podcast! I’m your host, Ann Lucente, and if this is your first time tuning in—You’ve just stumbled into our cozy little corner of the internet where we lift each other up, cheer each other on, and believe in divine timing and good people. So Welcome to the family! Once again, the VO Academy has given me another gift. I’ve said it before, and I’ll keep saying it —joining that community last year brought me more than I ever could’ve imagined. And today’s guest is one of the best examples of that. He was chosen as the mentor of the month in our group and let me tell you—he didn’t just wear the title, he showed up. He joined our script workouts all month long and brought an energy and generosity that you could feel, even through a screen. I didn’t know much about him, but everyone in the group was already singing his praises. And once we connected, I got it. He just has this way about him—warm, grounded, inspiring… and very funny! Big thanks to my friend Mel Rose for suggesting he’d be a perfect guest for Time to Elevate. So when he sent me his bio… I was blown away. Truly. Here’s just a little bit of who he is. He’s been a working voiceover talent for nearly four decades, and you’ve definitely heard his voice—whether you knew it or not... because I certainly didn’t! His talents have been featured in commercials for Bank of America, Butterball, Clorox, Excedrin, GMC Truck, Dole, L.L. Bean, the Oregon and North Carolina Lotteries, Cancer Treatment Centers of America, Kroger, the National Association of Realtors, and Southwest Airlines—plus countless spots for Armed Forces Radio. He’s brought to life hundreds of character voices for Disney, Hanna-Barbera, and Warner Brothers beloved shows, including some of my favorites - Smurfs, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Winnie the Pooh, DuckTales, and Captain Planet. Add in over 15 characters for Blizzard’s World of Warcraft, plus roles in major titles like X-Men, James Bond: GoldenEye 2, Enter the Matrix, and several others he can’t even name because of NDAs—yeah, it’s safe to say this man has range. He was the live announcer for Last Comic Standing for 8 seasons, narrated True Hollywood Stories for E!, and was handpicked to voice NASCAR’s 75th Anniversary videos. For over 25 years, he’s also been the voice behind U.S. military training—and sincerely apologizes to any active or retired veterans for the number of times they’ve had to hear his voice! And fun fact—he doesn’t just play people. He’s also barked like a dog in commercials for Citibank, Carl’s Jr., and Toyota... and he voiced every dog in SimCity’s Pet Expansion Pack. He’s also a producer, director, stand-up comic, and a fabulous margarita master—and he somehow does all this with a smile. But what makes him feel like the luckiest man on the planet? His incredible family, and the voiceover career he’s built doing what he loves. With a résumé like that—and a heart to match—it is my absolute honor to welcome voiceover talent, producer, director commercial and animation writer... and my new friend, Nick Omana! Nick Omana Website🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋Time to Elevate original theme song created bySinger Songwriter Victoria Purdy 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋Time To Elevate Instagram Ann Lucente InstagramTime To Elevate Podcastemail: [email protected]
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Allyson Ryan - Voice Actor & Actress
“We all spend so much time looking for what's right before us, in front of us, inside us. We search for God for ways to be faithful; for something to deliver us from present worry or strife. It's not wasted time. But when we catch a glimpse of God living right where we live, we remember our deliverance has already been sent." ~Excerpt from "What We Wish Were True" ', Tallu Schuyler Quinn Memoir🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋Welcome Back to the Time to Elevate Podcast! I’m your host, Ann Lucente, and if this is your first time tuning in—get ready. You’re in for something special. Today, I get to share the mic with someone whose voice and presence have made a serious mark in the world of storytelling—whether you’ve heard her in an audiobook, caught her in a commercial, or seen her on TV, chances are you’ve experienced her gift. She’s a celebrated voice actor and actress who’s been performing since she was just four years old. With a BA in Theatre and years of training on the black box stages of New York City, she eventually made the big leap to Los Angeles—where she’s built a career that’s as bold as it is inspiring. Now living in LA, she’s recorded over 350 audiobook titles—yes, you heard that right—and received two Earphones Awards from Audiofile Magazine, plus a nomination from the Society of Voice Arts and Sciences for Non-Fiction. Her voice has this way of pulling you in, and honestly—once she starts speaking, you’re hooked. Completely. And here’s where this episode gets A LITTLE personal—because this incredible woman is not just my guest today. She’s my talented, beautiful cousin. Now I won’t reveal my age, but I will say I used to babysit her back in the day. And I had a front-row seat to her becoming the force she is today. What people don’t always see behind the scenes is the hustle. The nonstop auditions, the leap of faith when she moved from New York to LA, and the way she never gave up—even when the path wasn’t clear. Her story is all about resilience, reinvention, and trusting the process. FUN FACT: She is an essayist, a proud mom to a delightful little lady, and to a lovable yellow Lab named Freddy. When she’s not working, you’ll catch her practicing her biking skills, learning Reiki, or— to no surprise here—reading. So, whether you’re chasing your own dream, standing at a crossroads, or just need a little reminder that your path is unfolding exactly as it should—this one’s for you. Let’s get into it—with the multi-talented, deeply inspiring, and absolutely radiant Allyson Ryan. Allyson's WebsiteAllyson's Instagram🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋Time to Elevate original theme song created bySinger Songwriter Victoria Purdy 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋Time To Elevate Instagram Ann Lucente InstagramTime To Elevate Podcastemail: [email protected]
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Richard Durrington - Voice Actor, Director, Producer & Podcaster
“A day without laughter is like a day without sunshine" 🌞~Charlie Chaplin🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋Welcome Back to the Time to Elevate Podcast! I’m your host, Ann Lucente, and if this is your first time tuning in—oh, are you in for a treat! Today’s guest brings laughter, talent, and a whole lot of fun. If you’ve been here before, you’ve probably heard me mention the VO Academy and what I did not expect when I joined the VO Academy was just how much of a game changer it would be—not just for my voiceover career, but for the incredible people I’ve met along the way. I always say that my greatest joy, in voiceover and in this podcast, comes from the people I connect with. So That brings me to my guest today—he’s one of the blessings from my VO Academy journey. He’s the only person who could convince me to attempt an English accent for the first time for his audio drama production—though, let’s be real, it was more of a Bronx-English hybrid! But the best part? He made me feel like I nailed it. Before we jump in—here is a peek into his world: From driving a tractor at the age 6 on his grandparents' farm to commanding the stage in over 40 theater productions, my guest has always had a strong presence. In high school a switch from debate class to drama led to award-winning performances and even a college scholarship. After decades in sales and training, he found his true passion in voiceover, lending his voice to everything from commercials and documentaries to eLearning and classic radio dramas. With nearly a decade in the industry and a heart for the "little guy," he brings stories to life with professionalism and warmth. So get ready for a treat and lots of laughter with the amazing, fun-loving, voice actor, director, producer, and fellow podcast host—my friend, Richard Durrington! Richard's InstagramRichard's Links🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋Time to Elevate original theme song created bySinger Songwriter Victoria Purdy 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋Time To Elevate Instagram Ann Lucente InstagramTime To Elevate Podcastemail: [email protected]
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Andrew Torres - DJ Grand Finale!
“Sometimes it takes a break, sometimes it may take a pause, but no matter what – the party never stops!” ~ Andrew Torres - DJ Grand Finale🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋Welcome to the Time to Elevate Podcast! I’m your host, Ann Lucente. If you’ve been here with me before—welcome back! And if it’s your first time—I’m so happy you’re here. You know, Sometimes, life gives us moments so extraordinary they feel guided by something greater. That’s exactly how I felt when I met my guest today. Some people have a gift for creating unforgettable experiences, and he is one of them. I first met him when he was the MC for my meet-and-greet with Henry Winkler—a day that was a dream come true, one I had envisioned since I was 15 years old. Meeting Henry was surreal, but what truly elevated the day to something divine was the presence of our MC. He wasn’t just a host; he was the heart of the event, bringing joy, so much energy, and a sense of connection that made everyone feel seen and heard. His ability to create such an unforgettable atmosphere felt like divine intervention—like he was meant to be there, ensuring this day would be one of the best of my life. He has a way of making people feel like they’ve known him forever. He is a born and raised New Yorker - And not just a talented DJ& MC – He is a producer, Song Writer, and Entertainer. His unique style is a combination of influences that span many generations and genres. This allows him to seamlessly blend old school classics with contemporary hits. His majestic voice and unsurpassed energy is what sets him apart from the rest and his passion is unparalleled. I cannot wait for you to meet him today….so let’s gets going and dive into this conversation with the incredible DJ/MC, producer, song writer and entertainer— my friend, DJ Grand Finale— Andrew Torres! Andrew's InstagramThe Party Never Stops Website 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋Time to Elevate original theme song created bySinger Songwriter Victoria Purdy 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋Time To Elevate Instagram Ann Lucente InstagramTime To Elevate Podcastemail: [email protected]
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Special Podcasthon Episode - Donate Life Center for Donation & Transplant
“Be grateful for today, and know that you are truly blessed to see another tomorrow. "~ Lorenzo Beronilla's quote🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋Welcome to a Special Episode of Time to Elevate Podcast! I’m your host, Ann Lucente, and today, I’m honored to be part of Podcasthon, a powerful initiative where podcasters worldwide dedicate an episode to a cause close to their hearts. For this special episode, I am shining a light on Donate Life CDT—the Center for Donation & Transplant—an organization that offers hope and healing to donor families in upstate New York and western Vermont. Their mission is to empower our communities and restore health to those in need of organ and tissue transplants. To help share this vital message, I am welcoming back three incredible guests whose lives became intertwined through extraordinary circumstances. Their stories will inspire, uplift, and remind us of the profound impact of organ donation and the gift of life. Join me in welcoming: ✨ Dave Gray ✨ Laura Fisette ✨ Lorenzo Beronilla Donate Life: https://cdtnyvt.org/contribute Podcasthon – www.podcasthon.org 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋Time to Elevate original theme song created bySinger Songwriter Victoria Purdy 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋Time To Elevate Instagram Ann Lucente InstagramTime To Elevate Podcastemail: [email protected]
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Holly Cohen - Writer, Photographer, & Calligrapher
“It is not down in any map; true places never are."~ Herman Melville's Moby Dick Quote🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋Welcome to the Time to Elevate Podcast! I’m your host, Ann Lucente, and whether this is your first time tuning in or you’ve been with me since the beginning, I’m truly grateful for each and every one of you!If you listened to my last interview with Chelsea Pegues, you might remember our discussion about the unexpected ways life brings people into our lives. Well, that couldn’t have been more true than when Chelsea and I attended the New Paltz Craft Fair. From the moment we arrived, there was a sense of divine intervention, as we immediately connected with incredible individuals who felt destined to cross our paths.Let me share a little bit about one of those extraordinary people: She is a writer, photographer, and calligrapher who calls Roxbury, NY, home. A lover of the outdoors and an avid hiker, she is passionate about exploring the natural world. Through her photography, she captures the beauty and tranquility of nature, inviting others to share in the moments of awe that stop her in her tracks. Whether it’s the grandeur of a mountain or the intricate beauty of a single flower, she aims to convey moments of gratitude and peace, reflecting a deep connection to all living things and those that have passed. With a background in literature, calligraphy, and publishing, she enriches each photograph with storytelling elements, allowing the viewer to see beyond the image. Her deep love for animals fuels her dedication to rescue efforts, and this compassion often shines through in her work. In 2021, she founded Golightly Ink, and today, her beautiful photo prints and notecards are found in boutiques across the Hudson Valley and Catskills.So get ready - to meet this inspiring, powerful, and talented artist. Please welcome my new friend, Holly Cohen! Contact Holly:WebsiteInstagram 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋Time to Elevate original theme song created bySinger Songwriter Victoria Purdy 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋Time To Elevate Instagram Ann Lucente InstagramTime To Elevate Podcastemail: [email protected]
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Chelsea Pegues - Writer
“No love, no friendship, can cross the path of our destiny without leaving some mark on it forever." ~ Francois Mauriac 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋 Welcome to the Time to Elevate Podcast! I’m your host, Ann Lucente, and whether you’re joining me for the first time or you’re a regular listener – I’m so happy you’re here! You never know when God is going to send someone into your life who just fits. I recently had one of those moments. What started as a professional connection turned into an instant friendship. My guest today was assigned to interview me for an article in Women Who Podcast Magazine, but it quickly became so much more. Our conversation went beyond the questions—it was real, raw, and full of shared stories, laughter, and even a few tears from both of us. We felt an instant bond that went well beyond the scope of the interview. From there, we decided we had to meet in person. Living in the same beautiful Hudson Valley, NY we picked a perfect spot—The Craft Fair in New Paltz. When we met, it was as if we had known each other forever. Isn’t it amazing how life works sometimes? You think you’re just meeting someone for work, and before you know it, they’ve become a friend you feel like you’ve had for years. My guest has always dreamed of becoming a professional writer. After the unexpected loss of her father in 2020 due to alcohol abuse and her own near-fatal accident three years later, she knew it was time to pursue her passion. In late 2023, she made the courageous decision to transition into writing full-time, determined to apply her creativity and talents to projects that have a positive impact. Currently, she writes for Women Who Podcast Magazine and is honored to be invited onto various platforms to share her experiences—discussing everything from the challenges of being the child of a parent with addiction to topics like grief, parenting, and creativity. She lives in New York with her family and their irreplaceable, though slightly neurotic, mini-poodle, and she's finally finding her joy. It's my absolute pleasure to welcome my incredible, talented friend, Chelsea Pegues! Contact Chelsea: Website Substack 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋 Time to Elevate original theme song created by Singer Songwriter Victoria Purdy 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋 Time To Elevate Instagram Ann Lucente Instagram Time To Elevate Podcast email: [email protected]
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Marc Scott - Voice Actor, Marketing Coach, & Podcaster
“To those who use well what they are given, even more will be given and they will have abundance. But from those who do nothing, even what little they have will be taken away." ~Matthew 25:29 “Where focus goes, energy flows." ~Tony Robbins 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋 Welcome to Time to Elevate Podcast! I’m your host, Ann Lucente, and whether you’re joining me for the first time or you’re a regular listener – I’m so happy you’re here! One of the most beautiful things about the voiceover and podcasting world is the sense of community. There’s this deep, almost unexplainable connection that ties us all together, and it’s through that connection that I met my guest today. From the moment I started my voiceover journey, people kept telling me, “You’ve got to talk to this guy.” At first, I didn’t know what to expect, but once I reached out, it became clear that he was someone I needed in my corner. And by the end of this episode, I’m pretty sure you’ll feel the same way. What I really love is that he’s the type of person who gets straight to the point, cutting through the fluff. He’s fully present in every conversation – never offering generic responses, but instead truly tailoring his advice to who you are. When he gives you advice, it’s personal, specific, and exactly what you need to hear. And for those moments when you’re stuck or hesitating, these 4 words might ring in your ear: “Just do the thing.” Beyond that, he’s got this incredible ability to make Christmas magical for voice actors, embracing the role of Santa like no other. Before I introduce him, let me give you a little background on him. For over 20 years, he has been involved in the broadcast and voice-over industries, working as a full-time Voice Actor since 2012. As he's learned how to grow his business, he developed a passion for helping others grow theirs and has followed this passion in creating the VOpreneur community and coaching Voice Actors as their guide through the business of voice over. So, sit back, relax, and get ready for an inspiring conversation with today’s guest – a talented and successful voice actor, voiceover marketing coach, podcast host, and the original VOpreneur – my friend, Marc Scott! Contact Marc: WEBSITE 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋 Time to Elevate original theme song created by Singer Songwriter Victoria Purdy 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋 Time To Elevate Instagram Ann Lucente Instagram Time To Elevate Podcast email: [email protected]
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Cory Rimes - Voiceover Talent & Founder of The VO Academy
“Hard times teach us valuable lessons. Stay positive and grateful for the strength and wisdom gained." ~Anonymous 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋 Welcome to Time to Elevate Podcast! I’m your host, Ann Lucente, and I’m thrilled to have you joining me today. Whether you’re a longtime listener or tuning in for the first time, thank you for stepping into my world. If you know me even a little bit, you know I believe there are no coincidences in life, only divine timing. And meeting my guest today was a powerful reminder of that truth. Although I’d heard of him, it wasn’t until a short month ago that we truly connected. And that introduction couldn’t have come at a better time. I was looking for something to shake me up and help take my voiceover career— and myself—to the next level. I felt a bit stuck - a little stagnant - and connecting with him has truly been a gamechanger. (we’ll get into the reasons why in just a minute!) Before I bring him on, let me tell you a little bit about him. He’s been a warm, trusted voice talent in Western CANADA since 2017, bringing his authentic style to projects like audiobooks, radio ads, e-learning modules, and YouTube narrations—all from his broadcast-quality home studio. Not only is he an exceptional talent, but he’s also passionate about helping others succeed in the industry. In 2021, he founded the VO Academy - a supportive, affordable community for voice actors to grow together and lift each other up. It’s my honor to introduce you to a kind, nurturing leader in voiceover, a talented and dedicated voice actor, and the founder of the VO Academy—my friend, Cory Rimes! Cory’s Links: WEBSITE • Facebook • YouTube • IG • X • TikTok • Threads • Email Jen’s Link’s: Jen's YouTube page with their son Sam Jen's Facebook group for Holistic Anxiety Solutions 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋 Time to Elevate original theme song created by Singer Songwriter Victoria Purdy 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋 Time To Elevate Instagram Ann Lucente Instagram Time To Elevate Podcast email: [email protected]
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Jim Cooper - VO Big Dog!
Welcome to the Time to Elevate Podcast! 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋 I’m your host, Ann Lucente. If you’re a first-time listener – I’m thrilled you’re here! And if you’re a repeat listener - WELCOME BACK! Today, I'm excited to introduce someone I first met through online voiceover meetups. From the start, his humor and warmth were impossible to miss. We've shared plenty of laughs, especially when I was a guest on his podcast. His knack for asking random, funny questions left me both nervous and in stitches! I thought I was prepared, even studying beforehand, but quickly realized how clueless I am about the names of songs and artists. Thankfully, he has a way of making everyone feel at ease, even when he's catching you off guard. Let me tell you a little bit about him. He is a former radio DJ, newspaper boy, retail expert in a department store paint section, a men’s clothing shop and record store, a commercial real estate broker, residential home builder, movie critic, IT programmer and project leader; IT consulting firm owner, home baker, current owner of Jim Cooper VO, narrating audiobooks of all types...And that’s just on Mondays. He is a music geek, still preferring vinyl to electronic forms of music, an avid reader and has recently jumped headfirst into the Ancestry craze. His first novel, Twisted Ties, was published in 2014. The Not So Little Book of Cancer Caregiving was published in 2023. He has been blessed with a wife of 40+ years, two outstanding kids, three rambunctious granddaughters, and a never-ending string of insane rescue mutts. So, buckle up for a conversation that promises to be as unpredictable as it is entertaining. Please join me in welcoming my friend, Jim Cooper! Jim’s Links: WEBSITE "The Not So Little Book of Cancer Caregiving" The Hydrant Podcast 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋 Time to Elevate original theme song created by Singer Songwriter Victoria Purdy 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋 Time To Elevate Instagram Ann Lucente Instagram Time To Elevate Podcast email: [email protected]
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Brad Storm - "Lightning in a Mic!"
“When life gets you down and you feel like you can’t go on, you need to PUNCH EVERYDAY IN THE FACE!” ~ Brad Storm 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋 Welcome to the Time to Elevate Podcast! I’m your host, Ann Lucente. If you’re a new listener –I’m excited you’re here! If you have been here before – WELCOME BACK! Today, I have the pleasure of introducing someone whose journey is nothing short of inspiring. The voice and vision behind an exceptional company, he has spent over a decade creating audio and video content that resonates with clients around the world. But his story is much more than just a timeline of achievements—it's a testament to passion, dedication, and the relentless pursuit of excellence. His journey began in the heart of radio, where he not only developed and produced content but also lent his voice as on-air talent for 'Between the Ropes' on 90.5 FM WUOG in Athens, Georgia. This show was a gateway into the world of professional wrestling, where he took on the role of a ring announcer, bringing the energy and excitement of the squared circle to life. His path then led him to invaluable experiences with World Championship Wrestling and 790 AM 'The Zone,' where he honed his skills in promotions, communications, and live broadcasting. With a degree in Journalism and a minor in English from the University of Georgia, his love for storytelling and communication only grew stronger. His time as a firefighter added another layer to his diverse career, where he used his communication skills to educate and train others, proving that his voice could save lives in more ways than one. In 2011, his passion for broadcasting was reignited at the Connecticut School of Broadcasting, where he discovered the world of voiceovers. His journey into podcasting, particularly with MMA Mayhem Radio, showcased his talent for live interviews and content creation, earning him the title of Critics' and Fans' Choice for MMA Journalist of the Year in 2013 by GeorgiaFighters.com. He is not just a voiceover artist; he is a storyteller, a creator, and someone who truly understands the power of communication. It’s an honor to have him here today, to share his journey and his insights with all of us. So let’s get this party started! Please join me in welcoming my friend, Brad Storm! Brad’s Links: The Fortress Of Voice Over Solitude Facebook Group LinkedIn 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋 Time to Elevate original theme song created by Singer Songwriter Victoria Purdy 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋 Time To Elevate Instagram AnnLucente Instagram Time To Elevate Podcast [email protected]
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Everett Oliver - Voice Acting Director
Everett’s advice and quote from his Great Grandmother who lived to be 100 years old is “Don’t take any wooden nickels!" In other words, be careful who you trust. 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋 Welcome to another episode of Time to Elevate Podcast! I’m your host, Ann Lucente, and I’m thrilled to have you with us today. I love that podcasting gives me the excuse to hang out with, laugh with, and be inspired by people who uplift me—many of whom I’m lucky enough to call friends. Today’s guest fits that description perfectly! We first crossed paths a few years ago at a Teach-a-thon in NYC, and from that moment, I knew there was something special about him. He has a rare gift for truly seeing people, almost as if he can look right into your soul. Now, even though he's been soaking up the sunshine in LA for quite some time, don’t be fooled—he’s a true New Yorker at heart. That no-nonsense, direct, and truthful attitude? That’s what connects us so well. He tells it like it is, with no sugar-coating. Sure, his straightforwardness might intimidate some, but trust me, underneath it all, he’s got a heart of gold. Before we kick things off, I’d love to tell you a little bit about him. His personal journey began in the Big Apple, took him to Georgia where he graduated from Clark Atlanta University, and then led him to Los Angeles, where he has been working in the voice-over industry for over three decades. He has contributed to hit animated primetime shows including The Simpsons, King of the Hill, Men in Black, Jackie Chan Adventures, Hellboy, and X-Men: Evolution, just to name a few. He has also collaborated with animation industry giants such as Disney and Columbia Tri-Star. One of the most valuable experiences that he brings to the table is his time as a booth director for an LA-based talent agency. Whether you’re new to voice acting, in the middle of your journey, or a seasoned pro, he’s got what it takes to move you to the next level or keep you at the top. His no-nonsense, straightforward approach to coaching and teaching keeps you grounded, keeps you real, and keeps you true to who you are. Without further ado, let’s welcome my no-nonsense, straightforward, and intensely real friend—voice acting director, animation coach, demo director, and so much more—the one and only Everett Oliver! Everett’s Links: WEBSITE LinkedIn Email (put “Time to Elevate” in the subject line) 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋 Time to Elevate original theme song created by Singer Songwriter Victoria Purdy 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋 Time To Elevate Instagram Ann Lucente Instagram Time To Elevate Podcast [email protected]
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Jennifer Henczel - Founder of Women in Podcasting Network
Jen's birthday wish post every year is “Build Bridges, Not Walls" 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋 Welcome back to Time to Elevate Podcast! I’m your host, Ann Lucente. One of the things I absolutely love about podcasting is the incredible people I meet along the way. The podcasting community is so welcoming, always ready to share knowledge and lend a helping hand to new podcasters. Collaborating with like-minded people is powerful, and I would be lost without them. Plus, I've gained some amazing friendships, with many more to come. Life's journey is fascinating. Imagine taking an aerial view of all the connections made from slight shifts or decisions that changed the course of our lives. Today's guest is someone I most likely would never have met if I hadn’t made one of those shifts and changed my direction. Before we jump in, let me tell you a little bit about her. She is a Podcaster, Author, and Founder of the Women in Podcasting Network and Inspiring Innovators Club. Her mission is to lift women’s voices and stories globally. She is known for her ability to build thriving, supportive and collaborative communities, and she teaches others how to do the same. She loves creating opportunities for women to connect and collaborate in meaningful ways. Using her “Rise. Reach. Results! Roadmap,” She provides tools, templates and trainings to help her members generate more impact and influence. She speaks about her mindset, messaging and monetization strategies for building communities, leveraging content and turning expertise into multiple streams of income. She is an award winning leader and has won or been nominated for a number of awards. Most recently, she is the winner of the Innovator of the Year Award at the Quill Podcast Awards. So, let's get right to it - and welcome my special guest, podcaster, author, and founder of the Women in Podcasting Network and the Inspiring Innovators Club - Jennifer Henczel! Jennifer's Links: WEBSITES: www.womeninpodcasting.net www.risereachresults.com www.inspiringinnovatorsclub.com PODCASTS: www.womeninpodcasting.show www.inspiring.show SOCIALS: https://www.youtube.com/c/womeninpodcasting www.womeninpodcasting.group https://www.instagram.com/jennifer.henczel/ https://www.tiktok.com/@jenniferhenczel 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋 Time to Elevate original theme song created by Victoria Purdy 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋 mailto: [email protected]https://www.instagram.com/timetoelevate21/ https://www.instagram.com/annlucente/ https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/timetoelevate mailto: [email protected]
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Julia Rose Purdy - Actor, Director & Filmmaker
“Everybody is a genius, but if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing that it is stupid" ~Albert Einstein 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋 Welcome back to Time to Elevate Podcast! I’m your host, Ann Lucente. Today’s episode is particularly special because I’m introducing someone who’s not only incredibly talented but also holds a very dear place in my heart. My nickname for her is Petunia. I don’t know when or why I started calling her that, but it always felt right. So, I decided to look up the meaning of Petunia and found that this is no coincidence. Petunias signify perseverance and hope. They are the floral embodiment of an unwavering spirit, often shared as tokens of kindness to new neighbors or friends. Much like the flower she’s nicknamed after, she has always been a symbol of perseverance and hope. From a young age, her unwavering spirit and determination was evident, whether she was singing, acting, or simply enjoying the company of friends and family. Before I bring her on, let me tell you a little about her: She is an aspiring actress originally from upstate NY. A graduate of Western Connecticut State University, she honed her craft in theatre performance and discovered a love for behind the scenes work as well. While she has a great love and respect for the theatre, she is currently focusing on film acting. Having recently relocated to Charleston, South Carolina, she is embracing the vibrant arts scene of her new city while continuing to pursue her acting career with enthusiasm and commitment. She is excited to continue working towards her future in the film industry and hopes to become involved in all aspects from acting to directing to filmmaking. Today, I’m thrilled to welcome Actor, Director, Filmmaker and best of all my sweet Petunia, my daughter, Julia Rose Purdy! Julia's Links: Difficult Decisions Film Instagram 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋 Time to Elevate original theme song created by Singer Songwriter Victoria Purdy 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋 Time To Elevate Instagram Ann Lucente Instagram Time To Elevate Podcast [email protected]
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The Talented & Multifaceted Jodi Krangle
“Don’t talk shit - Do Shit!"~Mel Robbins 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋 If you know me, you know I'm all about celebrating life's journey and the incredible people I meet along the way. While our paths may be unique, we're all on a quest for our dreams, and the beauty lies in how we can elevate and inspire each other along the way. I’m thrilled to introduce someone truly special today. While I can't recall the exact moment our paths first crossed, I can confidently say it was meant to be. Since then, I am truly grateful for every conversation and the wisdom she shares. Over time, our interactions have woven into a beautiful tapestry of shared experiences. In preparing for today, I delved into her journey and discovered so many remarkable facets of her life. I know you’ll find her journey as inspiring as I have, and I’m so excited for you to hear from her directly. But before we jump in, let me share a bit about her. She has been a voice actor since 2007 and has worked with clients from major brands all over the world including Dell, BBVA & Kraft. She is also a singer - and in 2015, she put out her own album of jazz, blues and traditional tunes. She says that over the years, she’s learned a lot about sound and how it influences people. She also hosts and produces her own podcast on this subject called Audio Branding: The hidden gem of marketing. She loves to give value to the audience in the form of advice about how to make an impact with sound, how to get into and be successful in voice overs, and how to work as a solopreneur in this very busy, overwhelming world. She was an early adopter of the Internet (she had a songwriting resource on the web called The Muse’s Muse from 1995 – 2016) and worked in SEO and Internet Marketing up until she switched her focus to voiceovers in 2007. She is also an unapologetic media geek and D&D player – for those non-gamers listening, like myself, that stands for Dungeons and Dragons (She says that D&D is great for improv and learning team dynamics). Without any further ado - Let's jump into the conversation with my special guest, Singer/songwriter, voice talent, podcast producer and host, my friend Jodi Krangle! Jodi's Links: Website Podcast Singer/Songwriter Urban Tapestry Humberto Franco's Website 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋 Time to Elevate original theme song created by Singer Songwriter Victoria Purdy 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋 Time To Elevate Instagram Ann Lucente Instagram Time To Elevate Podcast [email protected]
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Donate Life - Dave Gray, Laura Fissette & Lorenzo Beronilla
“Don’t sweat the small stuff" 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋 Sometimes life takes unexpected turns, some that can be very scary and very uncertain. Out of those moments, you can find renewed strength and a profound appreciation for life. Today, I have the privilege of interviewing three remarkable individuals whose lives intersected as a result of one of those unexpected turns. Dave Gray is a lifetime resident and native of East Greenbush, N.Y., where he and Cathy, his wife of 44 years built their own home. They have two children, Jodi and Matt; and three grandchildren, Jesse, Lucy and Casey. He is an avid camper, fisherman and hunter and an enthusiastic hobbyist, raising bees; harvesting honey and maple syrup; canning jellies, jams, pickles, salsa, tomatoes, chili sauce; and making his own beer, wine, balsamic vinegar, horseradish, and lip balm. In 2015, he was struck by viral cardiomyopathy, which compromised his heart, and he was told he would need to be evaluated for heart transplant. Dave was accepted and placed on the organ recipient registry on Dec. 4, 2015, and received a left ventricular assist device, or LVAD, a surgically implanted mechanical heart pump, in March of 2016. On Aug. 20, 2016, after a year-long battle that included 177 days in the hospital, Dave received his life-saving gift of life: a new heart from a 30-year-old organ donor. Since that time, Dave has been a devoted organ and transplant advocate, raising awareness about the importance of organ and tissue donation, and supporting patients anxiously waiting for a transplant or who are going through the donation/recipient process. Now focusing on his volunteer activities on organ and tissue donation and patient care, Dave is active throughout New York State, traveling to Westchester Medical Center visiting patients and advocating for them on the patient family council. Dave has organized multiple donor family and recipient meetings. Most memorable to date was introducing a donor mom to her daughter’s heart recipient in 2022. Dave is truly a man with heart; committed to giving back for his gifts and ensuring others can receive the gift of life as well. Laura Fisette is the Senior Hospital and Community Services Specialist at the Center for Donation & Transplant in Albany, NY. Her current position has been the most rewarding of her career. She proudly tells everyone at CDT – “We save and enhance lives every day. It doesn’t get better than this!” The Donate Life Legacy Walk is their largest event bringing in close to 400 people. The event honors donor heroes who gave the gift of life. In attendance are donor families, recipients of these gifts, those who are still waiting for a lifesaving transplant and hospital and community partners. Register Here And finally, someone you might recognize, especially if you've listened to my previous episode – Lorenzo Beronilla. When I spoke with Lorenzo after his heart transplant, I inquired about his future plans, and he jokingly mentioned participating in a 5k. Well, they say be careful what you wish for, or perhaps it's true that if you ask, you shall receive. During his wait for a heart transplant at Westchester Medical Center, Lorenzo crossed paths with Dave. Now, following his transplant, Lorenzo has been asked to be the MC at the DonateLifeLegacy Walk this fall, where he will also join in by walking a 5K. Donate Life Links: Instagram Facebook Dave's Links: Instagram Facebook LinkedIn Laura's Links: LinkedIn Lorenzo's Links: Instagram TikTok 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋 Time to Elevate original theme song created by Singer Songwriter Victoria Purdy 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋 Time To Elevate Instagram Ann Lucente Instagram Time To Elevate Podcast [email protected]
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Michelle Falanga -Emmy Award Winning Voice Talent, Actor, and Author
“Don’t ask what the world needs. Ask what makes you come alive, and go do it. Because what the world needs is people who have come alive.”― Howard Thurman 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋 Ever wondered what it’s like to live a life painted with every color of the rainbow? 🎨✨ My latest guest does just that! 🌈 Join me on the newest episode of Time to Elevate and dive into the vibrant world of Michelle Falanga, a true maestro of living life to the fullest. Welcome back to Time to Elevate Podcast! I’m your host, Ann Lucente! In this journey of life - I believe we travel together, side – by –side. Different in the paths we choose but going in the same direction – towards our dreams – whatever they may be. The amazing benefit of traveling together is that during the times we are unsure or scared, we can elevate eachother - you are never alone. Each of my guests have their own unique path they’ve traveled along this journey so far – and I am so excited to introduce you to my guest today! If I had to pick an overall theme or words that set the tone for her, I would choose powerful, resilient, fierce, clever, funny, genuine, spirit-filled. She is a 2 time “Emmy” award winning professional Voice Talent with over 2 decades of experience in the industry. She is the Voice of multiple National Commercial Campaigns, Corporate Video’s, Conference Openers, Trailers, Animation, Virtual Reality & Artificial Intelligence as well as Live music/drum competitions in stadiums all over the world. Her voice is chosen for being authentic, natural, relatable and honest. In addition to being a Voice over artist, she is also an Actor and a published Author. She is an Old Soul with a Young Spirit - She is a 5-year-old child trapped in the body of a 55-year-old woman…and she is destined to be wearing Hello Kitty pajamas well into her 90’s, listening to Sinatra. So get ready for an exciting ride with Emmy award winning voice talent, actor, author and best of all, my friend and fellow GodGirl, Michelle Falanga! Michelle's Links: Instagram Website 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋 Time to Elevate original theme song created by Singer Songwriter Victoria Purdy 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋 Time To Elevate Instagram Ann Lucente Instagram Time To Elevate Podcast [email protected]
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Behind the Scenes with Lorenzo Beronilla - Part 2!
🌟Sound check surprise! 🌟 Lorenzo Beronilla Part 2 – Post Heart Transplant! Sit back, relax, and be inspired by his resilience and strength. 🎧💫 Welcome to a very different episode of Time to Elevate! I’m Ann Lucente, your host and I have my guest here and it is Lorenzo Beronilla, who you may have heard his story previously and if not, there’s an episode in here you want to listen to. He was in the hospital waiting for a heart transplant, which was very unexpected. This time I wanted to do a follow up with him post heart transplant, which is a miracle in itself. So we jumped on Riverside which is where I recorded my podcast just to do a sound check before actually recording the real podcast in a few days. But after talking with Lorenzo for almost an hour I was like, “yeah so this is our podcast. I don't need to see you again”. So, you're in for a treat. Sit back relax and enjoy my behind-the-scenes conversation with somewhat of a walking miracle man Lorenzo Beronilla. Lorenzo’s Links: Instagram TikTok Top Chef – Lorenzo’s Panic Mode in the Kitchen! Cookbook – “Let’s Do This, Folks! Home Cooking with Lorenzo: Delicious Meals Made E-Z” 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋 Time to Elevate original theme song created by Singer Songwriter Victoria Purdy 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋 [email protected] Time To Elevate Podcast Ann Lucente Instagram Time To Elevate Instagram
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Kathy Barron - Founder & Editor-in-Chief of Women Who Podcast Magazine
Welcome I’m Ann Lucente! And Welcome Back to another special episode of Time to Elevate! If you have been here with me before, you’ve definitely heard me talk about my guest today. I met her when I was just a baby podcaster. Although she currently lives in California in the Bay area, she got her start in life in my neck of the woods - New York! which could explain our immediate connection! You can take the girl out of New York but you can’t take New York out of the girl 😉 She is the Founder & Editor-in-Chief of Women Who Podcast magazine which was birthed in April of 2021. Her vision is to give independent women podcasters the accolades they deserve and build a supportive community for podcasters to evolve and succeed. She also loves to cut digital film (which I want to hear more about!), as well as ride her e-bike around town (another thing we have in common!), and being in and on the water. So - if really love what you hear on this episode today, and you’re even just thinking of launching your own show, pick up the latest issue of Women Who Podcast magazine and learn all about podcasting. Women Who Podcast magazine celebrates independent women podcasters from all over the globe. It’s a place where their efforts are seen, their stories are heard, and their hard work is acknowledged. Women Who Podcast magazine strives to be a forum for fans and hosts to reach out to one another for support, collaboration, and inspiration. You can find them by visiting womenwhopodcastmag.com and follow them on Instagram @womenwhopodcastmagazine. Now, without any further ado, please help me give a super excited, warm welcome to the Founder & Editor in Chief of Women Who Podcast Magazine, my friend, and fellow New Yorker, Kathy Barron! Kathy's Links: Instagram Women Who Podcast Magazine Website Women Who Sarcast Podcast Kathy shared an excerpt from Anne Lamott's Bird by Bird - "Shitty First Drafts" 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋 Time to Elevate original theme song created by Singer Songwriter Victoria Purdy 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋 [email protected] Time To Elevate Podcast Ann Lucente Instagram Time To Elevate Instagram
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Cheryl Holling - Podcast Producer & Host🎙 Voiceover Talent
"Love God. Love People." It's that simple. "Our Daily Bread" Motto Welcome to a very special celebration episode of Time to Elevate! 🌟 I’m celebrating today for a couple of wonderful reasons – First, Time to Elevate podcast is celebrating a one-year anniversary since launching on May 5, 2023, (I cannot believe it) It began with myself and co-host Janice Butcher. I want to give a shout out and a big thank you to Janice for being there with me for the first 9 months of this journey and to Jbee Beauty Supply for being a special haven for Time to Elevate’s beginning. Huge shout out and hug to Victoria Lynn Purdy for Time to Elevate Theme Song. I also want to thank ALL of you for being here and supporting, whether you’ve been here from the start or just stumbled upon this today-it means so much. My OTHER reason for celebrating is my special guest today… I can’t think of a more perfect guest to have join me on this day than a woman who has been so influential in my life, both professionally and personally. She happens to be a fellow podcaster. With so many wonderful podcasts out there to choose from, I thank God every day that I pressed play on one in particular – and that was one hosted and produced by my guest today. But before I let you meet her, let me tell you a little bit about her. She was born into a creative family that originally hailed from Manitoba, Canada and her folks moved to Los Angeles right before she arrived, to pursue a career in the arts. Her father was an actor and director, and her mother had a beautiful soprano voice and sang in everything from community theater to full opera productions. She took the stage at the age of 5 where she definitely caught the performing and acting bug early on. She has worn many hats in the creative arts. From national radio and record promotion, ad agency producer, to film and television work; both in front of and behind the camera, working on several award shows both as talent and talent producer, before finding her “voice” in podcasting and voiceover. Her first podcast, 19Stories: from fear to Hope was launched at the height of the pandemic and highlights women and men working in various creative endeavors. She has interviewed some of the most stellar talent in voiceover, music and broadcasting as well as authors, speakers and coaches. She and her guests have intriguing conversations about the successes, challenges, and fears they’ve faced and what they did to press-through to a future filled with joy and hope. And they laugh…a lot! These stories have resonated with folks as 19Stories has been recognized with a 2023, 2022 and 2021 SOVAS Award Nominations for Best Podcast – Producer. She launched her second podcast, The Voice Kitchen: where recipes and voice talent blend!, in November of 2023. Her creative journey has had many starts, stops and delays due to “life” circumstances and yet she's still creating and pursuing her heart's desires. She believes that at the end of the day, rather our lives, that it will be our memories, experiences and how we served humanity that matters. Help me give a warm welcome to my guest - the very talented and gifted voice actor, podcast producer & host and, my dear, dear friend Cheryl Holling. Cheryl's Links: Instagram Cheryl Holling Website 19 Stories: From Fear to Hope Podcast The Voice Kitchen: Where Voice Talent and Recipes Blend Podcast 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋 Women Who Podcast Magazine Website Women Who Podcast Instagram 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋 Time to Elevate original theme song created by Singer Songwriter Victoria Purdy 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋 Listen to more podcast episodes: If you want to be a guest on Time to Elevate:💌 [email protected] Time To Elevate Podcast Ann Lucente Instagram Time To Elevate Instagram
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Michelle Scolaro - Therapist 🦋Life Coach 🦋Transformational Leader🦋
"“We don't see things as they are, we see them as we are.”" ~ Anaïs Nin Hey I'm Ann Lucente! Welcome to Time to Elevate! I’m excited to share my guest with you today – We met in the early 2000’s over some lipstick and skin care products. I was a Mary Kay beauty consultant and at the time I was working towards becoming a sales director and she happened to be a guest at one of my parties. I got the feeling she wasn’t quite impressed with the business. But I was wrong, because not too long after that night, she joined my team, and it was a fun ride for a few years! Today she is a Therapist, Life Coach, and Transformational Leader. She is a successful entrepreneur running her virtual therapy practice, called “Created Life Consulting” in New York. She’s also licensed in GA, AZ, and NV and provides individual therapy and coaching to people across the country. Fun fact: 23 years ago she was one of the first 100 clinicians to become Licensed Mental Health Counselors in NY state (her license number is 99!) She also has been an event leader and coach at Landmark Worldwide since 2017. Her current focus is working with high-achieving women in demanding careers who seek growth and guidance but feel stuck, unsatisfied, and struggle with confidence, leading to anxiety, imposter syndrome, and difficulties in interpersonal relationships. By using integrative, solution-focused techniques and her unique orientation to therapy, she helps her clients understand what’s holding them back and discover their inner power so that they can live a life that they love. She is passionate about empowering people to reach their full potential and elevate themselves and their lives. Help me give a warm welcome to Therapist, life coach, transformational leader and my friend, Michelle Scolaro! Connect with Michelle through her website: “Created Life Consulting” or via email : [email protected] 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋 Want to be a guest on Time to Elevate? Drop me a note! 💌 [email protected] Time To Elevate Podcast Ann Lucente Instagram Time To Elevate Instagram Time to Elevate original theme song created by Singer Songwriter Victoria Purdy
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Lorenzo Beronilla - Actor | Director | Chef & too much to list!
"Life isn’t about waiting for the storm to pass. It’s about learning to dance in the rain" ~Vivian Green Welcome back! I am super excited to introduce you to my special guest today. We have a little bit of history together – in 2012 we met online – and I mean physically standing online, a very long audition line! … we were there so long, that we had no choice but to become friends! (I’m actually thankful for that long line now) Before I introduce him, let me tell you a little bit about him. He’s an American film, commercial and voice actor. He also has his hands in producing and casting various projects. In 2023 he was quoted by saying he is “honored to be part of the Disney Family with his role in Director Justin Simien's reboot, Disney's Haunted Mansion” - that opened in theaters July 28th 2023 (and available to stream now!) But that’s not all… Here’s a Fun Fact: He is also known for the Epicurious Cooking shows (EPICURIOUS 4 LEVELS and Pro Chef vs Home cook) These went viral on YouTube overnight with millions of views some as high as 53 MILLION VIEWS and it doesn't have any signs of stopping. This led to opening the doors to all types of endeavors, such as Cooking competitions. And in 2021 he won the inaugural season of Top Chef Amateurs! He is also a prolific actor. A trade he admits he fell into accidentally when he was asked to audition for a commercial because of his cooking knowledge but it was his “kid-like” approach and knife skills that helped him get cast as a "chef" on his first commercial back in 2013. This gave him the confidence he needed to pursue acting full-time and presently he maneuvers between the cooking shows and shooting ads for the likes of Vita Coco, Charlie on Broadway and Google. The list goes on and on. Oh And did I mention? He's also the Author of a cookbook called “Cooking with Lorenzo...Let's do this!” So – 😊 Without any further ado, “let’s do this”, welcome to the amazingly talented and versatile Actor | Director | Chef and too much to list, my dear friend Lorenzo Beronilla. Lorenzo’s Links: InstagramTikTok Top Chef – Lorenzo’s Panic Mode in the Kitchen! Cookbook – “Let’s Do This, Folks! Home Cooking with Lorenzo: Delicious Meals Made E-Z” 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋 Listen to more podcast episodes: If you want to be a guest on Time to Elevate:💌 [email protected] Time To Elevate Podcast Ann Lucente Instagram Time To Elevate Instagram Time to Elevate original theme song created by Singer Songwriter Victoria Purdy
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Singer Songwriter Victoria Purdy
"Wherever you go, go with all your heart" She is a talented singer, songwriter, actor – and she just happens to be my beautiful daughter! It’s no surprise to me that she has followed her passion for singing and songwriting. Growing up she would sing from morning to night filling the house with music and song. Quite Loudly! I have original songs that she wrote for me on different occasions. – my birthday, Mother’s Day and I even have one that was written after a little disagreement. 🤔 She truly writes from the heart. 💖 And when she wasn’t singing, she was working on a monologue or a script. So- here we go - join me in welcoming the creator of the Time to Elevate theme song –my girl, Victoria Lynn Purdy! 🦋 Victoria's Links: Spotify Chasing Forever EP TikTok Instagram 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋 Listen to more podcast episodes: If you want to be a guest on Time to Elevate:💌 [email protected] Time To Elevate Podcast Ann Lucente Instagram Time To Elevate Instagram Time to Elevate original theme song created by Singer Songwriter Victoria Purdy
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Is it a coincidence or a God-incidence?
"Coincidences are God's way of whispering, 'I'm here, and I've got this." ~author unknown We all have those moments when unexplainable things line up or happen in our lives. Are these merely a coincidence? Or could it be a God-incidence? This episode we share not only our personal stories, but also stories shared by a few of our listeners! Welcome! It's Time to Elevate!! 🦋 Follow us on Instagram: TimeToElevatePodcast Ann Lucente Janice Butcher Janice’s Dream: JBee Beauty Supply Ann’sDream: ButterflyProductions Original Theme Song Intro & Outro by Singer Songwriter Victoria Purdy Follow Victoria to be the first to have access to her new song releases!! Listen to more podcast episodes Time To Elevate Podcast JBee Beauty Supply Shopify We’d love to hear from you! 💌 [email protected] Send us a voice message Look for the Q&A and random Polls 🙋♀️🙋♂️ at the bottom of each episode on Spotify!
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Why Forgive?
“I forgive people. It doesn’t mean I accept their behavior or trust them. It means I forgive them - for me, so I can let go and move on with my life.” ~author unknown Did you know that when we harbor unforgiveness we are hurting ourselves both mentally and physically? It causes tension, anxiety and physical pain. Let's talk about what we can do to let go! Welcome! It's Time to Elevate!! 🦋 Follow us on Instagram: TimeToElevatePodcast Ann Lucente Janice Butcher Janice’s Dream: JBee Beauty Supply Ann’sDream: ButterflyProductions Original Theme Song Intro & Outro by Singer Songwriter Victoria Purdy Follow Victoria to be the first to have access to her new song releases!! Listen to more podcast episodes Time To Elevate Podcast JBee Beauty Supply Shopify We’d love to hear from you! 💌 [email protected] Send us a voice message Look for the Q&A and random Polls 🙋♀️🙋♂️ at the bottom of each episode on Spotify!
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Setting Boundaries While Still Being Kind
“Being kind does not mean having no boundaries. There is a big difference between holding the door and being the doormat.” ~Pamela Storch Everyone has a right to set boundaries. It's important that boundaries are clear, specific, and especially kind. Let's talk about it! Welcome! It's Time to Elevate!! 🦋 Follow us on Instagram: TimeToElevatePodcast Ann Lucente Janice Butcher Janice’s Dream: JBee Beauty Supply Ann’sDream: ButterflyProductions Original Theme Song Intro & Outro by Singer Songwriter Victoria Purdy Follow Victoria to be the first to have access to her new song releases!! Listen to more podcast episodes Time To Elevate Podcast JBee Beauty Supply Shopify We’d love to hear from you! 💌 [email protected] Send us a voice message Look for the Q&A and random Polls 🙋♀️🙋♂️ at the bottom of each episode on Spotify!
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Have You Picked Your 2024 Word?
Unlike new year resolutions, picking a Word of the Year at the beginning of the year helps to give clarity and focus to your life. Have you picked your word for 2024? Welcome! It's Time to Elevate!! 🦋 Follow us on Instagram: TimeToElevatePodcast Ann Lucente Janice Butcher Janice’s Dream: JBee Beauty Supply Ann’sDream: ButterflyProductions Original Theme Song Intro & Outro by Singer Songwriter Victoria Purdy Follow Victoria to be the first to have access to her new song releases!! Listen to more podcast episodes Time To Elevate Podcast JBee Beauty Supply Shopify We’d love to hear from you! 💌 [email protected] Send us a voice message Look for the Q&A and random Polls 🙋♀️🙋♂️ at the bottom of each episode on Spotify!
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How do you feel about Closed Doors?
“The edge of my next blessing will often be the place of my greatest frustration” ~Steven Furtick Are you facing closed doors? Sometimes that's a good thing. You might not be ready for what's on the other side. Welcome! It's Time to Elevate!! 🦋 Let's talk about what closed doors may mean and how to handle them. Follow us on Instagram: TimeToElevatePodcast Ann Lucente Janice Butcher Janice’s Dream: JBee Beauty Supply Ann’sDream: ButterflyProductions Original Theme Song Intro & Outro by Singer Songwriter Victoria Purdy Follow Victoria to be the first to have access to her new song releases!! Listen to more podcast episodes Time To Elevate Podcast JBee Beauty Supply Shopify We’d love to hear from you! 💌 [email protected] Send us a voice message Look for the Q&A and random Polls 🙋♀️🙋♂️ at the bottom of each episode on Spotify!
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What is My Purpose?
“Passion whispers to you through your feelings, beckoning you toward your highest good. Pay attention to what makes you feel energized, connected, and stimulated. Follow your intuition, do what you love, and you will do more than succeed.” ~ Oprah Winfrey Thank you to Annie Craig for this special request episode! Sometimes we confuse our purpose with our identity. Let's talk about the age-old question - "What is my purpose"? Welcome! It's Time to Elevate!! ~Ann & Janice Follow us on Instagram: TimeToElevatePodcast Ann Lucente Janice Butcher Janice’s Dream: JBee Beauty Supply Ann’sDream: ButterflyProductions Original Theme Song Intro & Outro by Singer Songwriter Victoria Purdy Follow Victoria to be the first to have access to her new song releases!! Listen to more podcast episodes Time To Elevate Podcast JBee Beauty Supply Shopify We’d love to hear from you! 💌 [email protected] Send us a voice message Look for the Q&A and random Polls 🙋♀️🙋♂️ at the bottom of each episode on Spotify!
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It's the Little Things
“Great things are not done by impulse but by a series of things brought together” ~ Van Gogh Bringing someone a cup of coffee in the morning, a hug, or just a warm smile..... it's the little things that matter most in life. Don't miss those moments. Welcome! It's Time to Elevate!! ~Ann & Janice Follow us on Instagram: TimeToElevatePodcast Ann Lucente Janice Butcher Janice’s Dream: JBee Beauty Supply Ann’sDream: ButterflyProductions Original Theme Song Intro & Outro by Singer Songwriter Victoria Purdy Follow Victoria to be the first to have access to her new song releases!! Listen to more podcast episodes Time To Elevate Podcast JBee Beauty Supply Shopify We’d love to hear from you! 💌 [email protected] Send us a voice message Look for the Q&A and random Polls 🙋♀️🙋♂️ at the bottom of each episode on Spotify!
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Just One Tiny Step
“The man who removes a mountain begins by carrying away small stones.” Chinese Proverb Life can get overwhelming at times. The road ahead looks scary and our goals look unattainable. But you can do anything you set your mind to - all you have to do is take that one tiny step everyday! Welcome Back! It's Time to Elevate!! ~Ann & Janice Follow us on Instagram: TimeToElevatePodcast Ann Lucente Janice Butcher Janice’s Dream: JBee Beauty Supply Ann’sDream: ButterflyProductions Original Theme Song Intro & Outro by Singer Songwriter Victoria Purdy Follow Victoria to be the first to have access to her new song releases!! Listen to more podcast episodes Time To Elevate Podcast JBee Beauty Supply Shopify We’d love to hear from you! 💌 [email protected] Send us a voice message Look for the Q&A and random Polls 🙋♀️🙋♂️ at the bottom of each episode on Spotify!
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Does "Constructive Criticism" Really Exist?
"Sometimes it takes only one act of kindness and caring to change a person's life." Jackie Chan How do you feel when you hear the words "constructive criticism"? Those two words just don't feel like they go together, right?! Let's talk about it! Welcome Back! It's our Lucky 13th Episode!! It's Time to Elevate!! ~Ann & Janice Follow us on Instagram: TimeToElevatePodcast Ann Lucente Janice Butcher Janice’s Dream: JBee Beauty Supply Ann’sDream: ButterflyProductions Original Theme Song Intro & Outro by Singer Songwriter Victoria Purdy Follow Victoria to be the first to have access to her new song releases!! Listen to more podcast episodes Time To Elevate Podcast JBee Beauty Supply Shopify We’d love to hear from you! 💌 [email protected] Send us a voice message Look for the Q&A and random Polls 🙋♀️🙋♂️ at the bottom of each episode on Spotify!
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What's In Your Toolbox?
“So many of our dreams at first seem impossible, then they seem improbable, and then, when we summon the will, they soon become inevitable.” ~Christopher Reeve Last episode we talked about being restored! This episode is about setting your dreams in motion and filling up your toolbox with things to inspire you and make you happy as you work towards your dreams. There are many nuggets in life that can fit into that toolbox that you design for yourself!! Welcome Back! It's Time to Elevate!! ~Ann & Janice Follow us on Instagram: TimeToElevatePodcast Ann Lucente Janice Butcher Janice’s Dream: JBee Beauty Supply Ann’sDream: ButterflyProductions Original Theme Song Intro & Outro by Singer Songwriter Victoria Purdy Follow Victoria to be the first to have access to her new song releases!! Listen to more podcast episodes Time To Elevate Podcast JBee Beauty Supply Shopify We’d love to hear from you! 💌 [email protected] Send us a voice message Look for the Q&A and random Polls 🙋♀️🙋♂️ at the bottom of each episode on Spotify!
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Restore, Don't Ignore
“Don’t be pushed around by the fear in your mind. Be led by the dreams in your heart.” ~Roy T. Bennett Last episode we talked about being overwhelmed. This episode is about a refreshing and happy topic – Restoration! What does restoration mean?Verb: To restore - return to life; get or give new life or energy. How do you restore yourself? Let's talk about how to "Restore, Don't Ignore!" Welcome! It's Time to Elevate!! ~Ann & Janice Follow us on Instagram: TimeToElevatePodcast Ann Lucente Janice Butcher Janice’s Dream: JBee Beauty Supply Ann’sDream: ButterflyProductions Original Theme Song Intro & Outro by Singer Songwriter Victoria Purdy Follow Victoria to be the first to have access to her new song releases!! Listen to more podcast episodes Time To Elevate Podcast JBee Beauty Supply Shopify We’d love to hear from you! 💌 [email protected] Send us a voice message Look for the Q&A and random Polls 🙋♀️🙋♂️ at the bottom of each episode on Spotify!
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Overwhelmed
"When you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change.” ~Dr. Wayne Dyer Ever get overwhelmed??! That's a silly question, right? We all do at one time or another. We are all different. What overwhelms me may not overwhelm you. We also all react differently and need different things to help us when we are overwhelmed. What do you do to help yourself during these times? Let’s talk about this - let's elevate each other! Welcome to our 10th Episode!! We're in the double digits!! Let's go! It's Time to Elevate!! ~Ann & Janice Follow us on Instagram: TimeToElevatePodcast Ann Lucente Janice Butcher Janice’s Dream: JBee Beauty Supply Ann’sDream: ButterflyProductions Original Theme Song Intro & Outro by Singer Songwriter Victoria Purdy Follow Victoria to be the first to have access to her new song releases!! Listen to more podcast episodes Time To Elevate Podcast JBee Beauty Supply Shopify We’d love to hear from you! 💌 [email protected] Send us a voice message Look for the Q&A and random Polls 🙋♀️🙋♂️ at the bottom of each episode on Spotify!
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Let's Talk About Relationships
"We can't always choose the music life plays for us, but we can choose how we dance to it!" ~unknown Did you realize that everything in life is a relationship? This episode is all about those relationships: The obvious- relationship with the people in your life. The not so obvious - the relationship you have with yourself, with money, and with your business! Let’s talk about this - let's elevate each other! Welcome back!! It's Time to Elevate!! ~Ann & Janice Follow us on Instagram: TimeToElevatePodcast Ann Lucente Janice Butcher Janice’s Dream: JBee Beauty Supply Ann’sDream: ButterflyProductions Original Theme Song Intro & Outro by Singer Songwriter Victoria Purdy Follow Victoria to be the first to have access to her new song releases!! Listen to more podcast episodes Time To Elevate Podcast JBee Beauty Supply Shopify We’d love to hear from you! 💌 [email protected] Send us a voice message Look for the Q&A and random Polls 🙋♀️🙋♂️ at the bottom of each episode on Spotify!
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Resuscitate Your Dream
"Success is not final; failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts." ~Winston S. Churchill Have you ever felt the excitement of a brand new dream? It's exhilarating, right?? But dreams take time. There are many steps in between the creation in our minds and the tangible dream. What happens during that time? Does it begin to feel further away. Does it begin to wither. Does it die? What can kill a dream? Maybe it’s not happening fast enough. Maybe things are not going as planned. Maybe you've gotten tired. Let’s talk about this - let's elevate each other! Welcome back!! It's Time to Elevate!! ~Ann & Janice Follow us on Instagram: TimeToElevatePodcast Ann Lucente Janice Butcher Janice’s Dream: JBee Beauty Supply Ann’sDream: ButterflyProductions Original Theme Song Intro & Outro by Singer Songwriter Victoria Purdy Follow Victoria to be the first to have access to her new song releases!! Listen to more podcast episodes Time To Elevate Podcast JBee Beauty Supply Shopify We’d love to hear from you! 💌 [email protected] Send us a voice message Look for the Q&A and random Polls 🙋♀️🙋♂️ at the bottom of each episode on Spotify!
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Are You Ready to Move Mountains?
"The smallest seed of faith is better than the largest fruit of happiness." ~Henry David Thoreau Welcome Back!! Are you ready to move mountains? Let’s do it together! ~Ann & Janice To listen to Denzel Washington’s speech that we refer to in this episode, search “Put God First - Denzel Washington” on any platform. Follow us on Instagram: TimeToElevatePodcast Ann Lucente Janice Butcher Janice’s Dream: JBee Beauty Supply Ann’sDream: ButterflyProductions Original Theme Song Intro & Outro by Singer Songwriter Victoria Purdy Listen to more podcast episodes Time To Elevate Podcast JBee Beauty Supply Shopify We’d love to hear from you! 💌 [email protected] Send us a voice message Look for the Q&A and random Polls 🙋♀️🙋♂️ at the bottom of each episode on Spotify!
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Timing Is Everything
“The bad news is time flies. The good news is you’re the pilot.” ~Michael Altshuler Welcome Back!! Thank you for being on this journey with us! Time - One of those things we just can't get ahold of. Just when we think we've got plenty of it, it slips away! But sometimes, the timing is perfect - maybe not exactly when we planned or how we planned it, but perfect! Let's talk! ~Ann & Janice Follow us on Instagram: Time To Elevate Podcast Ann Lucente Janice Butcher Janice’s Dream: JBee Beauty Supply Ann’s Dream Butterfly Productions Original Theme Song Intro & Outro by Singer Songwriter Victoria Purdy Listen to more podcast episodes Time To Elevate Podcast JBee Beauty Supply Shopify We’d love to hear from you! 💌 [email protected] Send us a voice message Look for the Q&A and random Polls 🙋♀️🙋♂️ at the bottom of each episode on Spotify!
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Is There Ever a Time to Quit?
"When you're down there's always an up, when you're up there's a down -that's life! " - Carol Burnett Welcome Back!! Thank you for being on this journey with us! There's always a time when we may feel like quitting- is there a time that we should really quit?? 😒 What will help us to think clearly and make the best choice? Let's talk! ~Ann & Janice Follow us on Instagram: Time To Elevate Podcast Ann Lucente Janice Butcher Janice’s Dream: JBee Beauty Supply Ann’s Dream: Butterfly Productions Original Theme Song Intro & Outro by Singer Songwriter Victoria Purdy Listen to more podcast episodes Time To Elevate Podcast JBee Beauty Supply Shopify We’d love to hear from you! 💌 [email protected] Send us a voice message Look for the Q&A and random Polls 🙋♀️🙋♂️ at the bottom of each episode on Spotify!
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Are You Letting Doubt Kill Your Dream?
"Doubt Kills More Dreams Than Failure Ever Will.” - Suzy Kassem Hello!! Thank you for being on this journey with us! Doubt- we all have it 😒 It can be hard to admit when we are doubting ourselves or our dreams. Can sharing our doubt actually help us find the answers? What will help us to not let doubt take the driver's seat? Let's talk! ~Ann & Janice Follow us on Instagram: Ann Lucente Janice Butcher Janice’s Dream: JBee Beauty Supply Ann’s Dream: Butterfly Productions Original Theme Song Intro & Outro by Singer Songwriter Victoria Purdy Listen to more podcast episodes Time To Elevate Podcast JBee Beauty Supply Shopify We’d love to hear from you! 💌 [email protected] Send us a voice message Look for the Q&A 🙋♀️🙋♂️ at the bottom of each episode on Spotify!
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What Do You Want Your Life to Look Like?
"No matter what happens, or how bad it seems today, life does go on, and it will be better tomorrow.” - Maya Anjelou Welcome Back!! We love that you are on this journey with us! Sometimes we get so caught up in the pursuit of our dreams that we forget to ask ourselves a very important question - "What do I want my life to look like?" Let's talk about that! ~Ann & Janice Follow us on Instagram: Ann Lucente Janice Butcher Janice’s Dream: JBee Beauty Supply Ann’s Dream: Butterfly Productions Original Theme Song Intro & Outro by Singer Songwriter Victoria Purdy Listen to more podcast episodes Time To Elevate Podcast We’d love to hear from you! 💌 [email protected] Send us a voice message Look for the Q&A 🙋♀️🙋♂️ at the bottom of each episode on Spotify!
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
We’re all on a journey, navigating a path filled with dreams, challenges, and opportunities. Though our paths are different, we’re all headed in the same direction. So why not ELEVATE each other along the way? My name is Ann Lucente, and I’m a voice actor and the host of Time to Elevate, a podcast where I sit down with incredible guests I’ve met along my journey to explore their stories of resilience, pivoting, faith, and divine intervention. My show is for those seeking inspiration, personal growth, and real conversations that remind us we’re never alone.
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