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Valerie's R.E.A.L Talk Podcast

by Valerie Smith

Join Valerie Smith, DTM, on Valerie’s R.E.A.L. Talk Podcast for an exploration of experiences, covering leadership development, effective communication, change, future of work, mindfulness, technology, and more. Gain insights from real-life experiences in solo conversations and interviews with special guests. Let Valerie guide you to become a more marketable individual in your personal and professional life, emphasizing continuous growth and embracing life to the fullest.Valerie R.E.A.L. Talk Podcast lives by its name to be REAL!R: Be RealE: Be EmpoweredA: Be AmbitiousL: Be A Leader

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Episodes

  1. Episode 82 | What Is Peace? | Valerie’s R.E.A.L. Talk Podcast

    What does peace really mean—especially in a world filled with noise, pressure, and constant change? In this reflective and powerful episode, Valerie Smith explores the true meaning of peace beyond surface-level calm or temporary comfort. This episode dives into: ✨ What peace truly is—and what it…

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  2. Episode #81: "Love Is All," December 2, 2025 💘💘💘

    Hosted by Valerie Smith | Valerie’s R.E.A.L. Talk Podcast ✨ Relaunch Episode After a meaningful pause since Episode 80, Valerie’s R.E.A.L. Talk Podcast is officially back refreshed, refocused, and relaunched with a message that speaks straight to the heart. Love is Universal! 💘 In this special...

  3. Episode 80 "The Importance of Self Care," 5/18/2025, Valerie Smith, DTM

    Welcome to Episode 80, this episode is about "The Importance of Self-Care!" Are you taking care of yourself? Would you schedule non-negotiable time for self-care? Do you feel guilty carving out time for your favorite activities? Well, this episode is for YOU! Valerie Smith, DTM, your host, is…

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  4. Episode 79: April Growth Series “Are You Planting and Watering Your Seeds? To See Results!!!”

    Episode 79 is a special April Series on Growth, because we are in season to plant those seeds of our very own talent(s) and see results! Putting fear on the backburner is about exploring who you are and letting go to grow! In the month of April it's all about growing, planting, and watering your...

  5. Ep #78: Embracing Your ROAR!!!! “No FILTERS SHINE YOUR LIGHT!!!” 3/29/2025

    In episode #78 is the last edition of the Embracing Your Roar Series, where Valerie Smith, DTM, your host, will speak on "No Filters, Shine Your Light!" We are light beings, with a purpose, who lifts others up and command the room! Are you that individual who shows those attributes, and many…

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  6. Episode 77: Embracing Your Roar 🦁🎙️ Push Through!!! 3/23/2024

    Valerie’s R.E.A.L. Talk Podcast – Episode 77: Embracing Your Roar 🦁🎙️Push Through!!!Welcome to Valerie’s R.E.A.L. Talk Podcast! In this powerful Lion’s Roar episode for March, host Valerie Smith dives into "Embracing Your Roar: Push Through." 💪✨In these days of chaos, comes creativity,...

  7. Episode 76: "Embracing Your ROAR!!!! “Building Your Leadership Muscle” 3/14/2025

    Episode 76: Valerie Smith, DTM, host of Valerie's R.E.A.L. Talk Podcast will speak to you on "Building Your Leadership Muscle." This episode is part of the Embracing Your Roar (Lion's Roar) episode. As leaders. we have to continue to grow our leadership muscle, by being more involve growing…

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  8. Episode 75: Embracing Your Roar: "Standing Strong Against Doubt" 3/7/2025

    Valerie’s R.E.A.L. Talk Podcast – Episode 75: Embracing Your Roar 🦁🎙️ Welcome to Valerie’s R.E.A.L. Talk Podcast! In this powerful Lion’s Roar episode for March, host Valerie Smith dives into "Embracing Your Roar: Standing Strong Against Doubt." 💪✨ Doubt—whether from others or within—can shake...

  9. Episode 74: HAPPY REFLECTION DAY!!! “The Power of PATIENCE!”

    Episode 74: Valerie Smith, DTM is the host of Valerie's R.E.A.L. Talk Podcast, who will be speak to you about "The Power of Patience!" This is a special Sunday Reflection Edition! What is Patience? This is a word that people wonder how to be patience, because constantly we bombarded by the…

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  10. Episode 73: HAPPY REFLECTION DAY!!! “The Power of FOCUS!” 2/16/2025

    Episode 73: Valerie Smith, DTM your host from Valerie's R.E.A.L. Talk Podcast will be speaking to you about "The Power of FOCUS!" During this special Sunday Edition, Reflection Day in February! The Power of FOCUS will help set boundaries with your time, and priorities in your personal life,...

  11. Episode 72: HAPPY REFLECTION DAY! “YOUR CREATIVITY IN THE TIME OF CHANGE!!!!”

    Episode 72: Welcome to another episode on Sunday, speaking on reflection "Your Creativity in The Time of Change!" Change is here; it's how you respond to change. We are all creative beings and what are those gifts that lay dormant and collecting dust! Now it is time in the midst of change, that…

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  12. Episode 71 (Republished): 💖 LOVE MONTH: The Power of Reflection 💖

    Happy February! It’s the LOVE MONTH, and what better way to celebrate than by showing love to yourself through REFLECTION? 🎙️✨ Join Valerie Smith, DTM, host of Valerie's R.E.A.L. Talk Podcast, every Sunday this month for a special series on REFLECTION. This series will challenge you to pause and...

  13. Episode 70: Special Friday Edition - “Fear Not and Live in the Present Moment” 1/24/2025

    Welcome to Episode 70, a special Friday edition titled “Fear Not and Live in the Present Moment.” This special edition is brought to you because fear and anxiety have heightened in the world this week. Valerie Smith, DTM, Founder and Host of Valerie's R.E.A.L. Talk Podcast, will share how to...

  14. Episode 69: Live and Lead Others with Purpose! "Shine Your Light" 🌟 1/15/2025

    Valerie's R.E.A.L. Talk Podcast 🎙️ Host: Valerie Smith, DTM Episode 69: Live and Lead Others with Purpose! "Shine Your Light" 🌟 In this inspiring episode, Valerie dives deep into the transformative power of living intentionally and leading with purpose. Discover how embracing authenticity and...

  15. Episode 68: Love and Music Connections, 1/8/2025

    Episode 68: Valerie Smith, DTM your host of Valerie's R.E.A.L. Talk Podcast will speak on Love and Music Connections, because the world needs both of these universal divine forces that binds us together. Love and Music moves us in our soul and connects us amongst humanity. In this episode you…

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  16. Episode 67: Happy New Year! Time for Release and Know Your Purpose! 1/1/2025

    Episode 67: Happy New Year to everyone!!!!!! Valerie Smith, DTM, Podcast Host of Valerie's R.E.A.L. Talk Podcast will speak to you about how to release and live with purpose. You are a person with greatness! This episode you will hear background sirens, there is no perfect anything. It's time to...

  17. Episode 66: The Importance of Slowing Down" 12/27/2024

    Episode 66, is a special episode for you, where Valerie Smith your host of Valerie's R.E.A.L. Talk Podcast speaks on "The Importance of Slowing Down." It is important to understand the importance of your time and to slow down in your life. The meaning of prioritizing your time, and that time is…

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  18. Episode 65: "How to Have Understanding and Love For One Another!" 12/18/2024

    Episode 65: Valerie Smith the Founder/Host of Valerie's R.E.A.L. Talk Podcast will share with you, "How to Have Understanding and Love For One Another!" It is important the most important attribute to have is listening skill the most effective communication tool. Listening skills has been known…

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  19. Episode 64: “How to Set Goals & Be Consistent” 12/11/2024

    Episode 64: Valerie Smith, your host of Valerie's R.E.A.L. Talk Podcast is speaking on "How to Set Goals & Be Consistent!" In a busy world full of distractions, it's important to guard your time, by setting goals, personally and professionally. There are times where your selfcare matters, which...

  20. Episode 63: “LEAD BY INFLUENCE!!!!” 12/4/2024

    Episode 63 is hosted by Valerie Smith of Valerie's R.E.A.L. Talk Podcast, who will speak on how to "Lead by Influence," in the workplace and how to increase engagement. You will learn about the insights and finding that Gallup found in their surveys, the total cost lost in productivity on a…

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  21. 🎉 Episode 62: Special Edition - Thanksgiving Day! "What It Means to Be Grateful!"🦃11/27/2024

    Episode 62 is hosted by Valerie Smith, DTM, this heartfelt episode of Valerie's R.E.A.L. Talk Podcast dives deep into the true meaning of gratitude. Whether you’re celebrating Thanksgiving or simply reflecting on life’s blessings, this episode is all about recognizing the power of being grateful…

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  22. Episode 61: "Wonders of Change," 11/20/2024

    Welcome to Episode 61 of Valerie’s R.E.A.L. Talk Podcast, where your host, Valerie Smith, dives into the transformative topic of the Wonders of Change! In this insightful episode, Valerie explores how change can be both challenging and empowering, sharing real-life stories and practical…

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  23. 🎉 Episode 60: "Acts of Kindness - World Kindness Day & Valerie's Birthday!" 🎈🎂 11/13/2024

    Welcome to a very special episode of Valerie’s R.E.A.L. Talk Podcast! Today, we're celebrating World Kindness Day and Valerie’s birthday! Join us as we dive into the power of kindness and how small, intentional acts can create big impacts in our communities and personal lives. 💖🌍 In this…

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  24. Episode 59: "Creative Leadership Mindset" 11/6/2024

    Episode 59: Valerie Smith, DTM, your host will speak to you on "Creative Leadership Mindset!" Change is here! When there is chaos, you have to be creative and use our intellect to grow! Creative Leadership Mindset is much needed to be adaptable, understanding emotional intelligence, thinking...

  25. Episode 58: "How to Be Still!" 10/30/2024

    Episode 58: Valerie Smith, DTM, your Host for Valerie's R.E.A.L. Talk Podcast, will speak to you on "How to Be Still!" Today, the world is chaotic everywhere you turn, however, you have control of what you can control! How you respond to chaos, is pure emotional intelligence and mindfulness. It's...

  26. Episode 57: "How to Avoid Distractions and Stay Focus and Discipline!" 10/23/2024

    Episode 57: Valerie Smith, DTM, host of Valerie's R.E.A.L. Talk Podcast will be speaking on "How to Avoid Distractions and Stay Focus and Discipline!" Time is very important, and distractions are REAL! Valerie will share with you how to protect your time, set boundaries and how to prioritize your...

  27. Episode 56: "RISE UP LEADERS!" 10/16/2024

    Episode 56, Valerie Smith, DTM, your host for Valerie's R.E.A.L. Talk Podcast is dedicating this episode to all LEADERS! It is time to stop the blame game for problems and raise the bar to leadership excellence! You will find out why it's important for corporations to start training younger…

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  28. Episode 55: "BE GRATEFUL!" 10/9/2024

    Episode 55 is a special episode for HUMANITY on what it means to "Be Grateful!" Valerie Smith, DTM, Host of Valerie's R.E.A.L. Talk Podcast will speak and share an example of her own experience what led to being grateful for her own life! What is your meaning of being grateful in your life? That…

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  29. Episode 54: "Peace from Within, with Mindfulness!" 10/2/2024

    Episode #54, Valerie Smith, DTM, your host will breakdown to you how to find, "Peace from Within!" This world is in a chaotic state day to day everywhere you look, however, with so much darkness, how can you find peace. Valerie will explain the importance of looking within yourself for peace and…

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  30. Episode 53: "Celebrate You!" 9/25/2024

    Episode 53: "Celebrate You!" Let’s celebrate this milestone together—it wouldn’t be the same without you! REGISTER NOW for the Zoom details: https://bit.ly/3MZyl0e...

  31. Episode 52: "How to Have Autonomy and Be Consistent!" 9/18/2024

    In episode 52 of *Valerie's R.E.A.L. Talk Podcast*, host Valerie Smith, DTM, dives into the powerful connection between autonomy and consistency. Learn how to take charge of your decisions and create lasting habits that lead to success. Valerie shares actionable tips for staying consistent, even...

  32. Episode 51: "How Not to Worry and Live Life to The Fullest!" 9/11/2024

    Episode 51 is an evening edition hosted by Valerie Smith of Valerie's R.E.A.L. Talk Podcast on "How Not to Worry and Live Life to The Fullest!" It is time to stop taking life seriously and to live life to the fullest and be FREE! When you hear this message you will live in the present moment,...

  33. Episode 50: "Just Start!!!!" 9/5/2024

    Happy September, it's episode 50!!! I remember, like it was yesterday, when I decided to release my first episode, of Valerie's R.E.A.L. Talk Podcast on September 27, 2023! I said, it's time to release the podcast, because people need to hear the message. I am, Valerie Smith, your host! This is…

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  34. Episode 49: "How to Slow Down in Life and How to Have Patience" 8/28/2024

    Episode 49: Valerie Smith, DTM the Host for Valerie's R.E.A.L. Talk Podcast, on "How to Slow Down in Life and How to Have Patience." You will learn what it means to slow down and live your life. Many times, we rush in life and never take the time to relax and give ourselves grace and enjoy life....

  35. Episode 48: "When You Fail, Get Up and Try Again!" 8/21/2024

    Episode 48: Is an episode on failure and your Host, Valerie Smith, DTM, will speak to you, "When You Fail, Get Up and Try Again!" It is time to take your failures to the next level of achievements! Many times, you will not win, however, are you going to hide and quit! NO! You get up and try again...

  36. Episode 47: SPECIAL EDITION: In Anaheim California! Toastmasters International Convention Leaders... 8/14/2024

    Episode 47: Valerie Smith, DTM your host for Valerie's R.E.A.L. Talk Podcast is speaking from Anaheim, California, attending the 100 Year Anniversary, 2024 Toastmasters International Convention this week! What a great week to publish this special edition to leaders around the world! This edition…

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  37. Episode 46: "You Have Power from Within" 8/7/2024

    Episode 46: Valerie Smith, DTM, the Host for Valerie's R.E.A.L. Talk Podcast will share with you, that "You Have Power from Within!" We all have this internal power, that is stronger than ourselves and we must understand the power from within. Many people, like to dim their light, therefore…

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  38. Episode 45: "What Is Love?" 7/31/2024

    Episode 45: Valerie Smith, Your Host of Valerie's R.E.A.L. Talk Podcast will be speaking on "What Is Love?" We are living in times of chaos, where love is slowly fading away and as humanity, we have to start with loving ourselves, before we can love others. Love is a powerful element in the Laws…

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  39. Ep.44: "The Power of Listening!" 7/24/2024

    Episode 44: Get ready for an episode on "The Power of Listening" hosted by Valerie Smith, DTM of Valerie's R.E.A.L. Talk Podcast! Valerie will speak on real life experiences, and how to apply the principles of listening within yourself and others. Listening is a communication skill needed in the...

  40. Episode 43: "In the Midst of Chaos!" 7/17/2024

    Episode 43 is an important message, that Valerie Smith, your host of Valerie's R.E.A.L. Talk Podcast will speak on: "In the Midst of Chaos!" We are living in a time of darkness and it's important for you have a choice, to not be a part of this dark world. Are ready to understand how to position...

  41. Episode 42: "Show Up and Be Your True Self and Shine Your Light!" 7/10/2024

    Welcome to Episode 42, where Valerie Smith, DTM your Host will speak to you on how to "Show Up and Be Your True Self and Shine Your Light!" It is time for individuals to show up as their best version of themselves and shine their light! We live in a mediocre world, and it's time to show your true...

  42. Episode 41: Trust Your Intuition and Throw Away the Doubt! 7/3/2024

    In Episode 41, Valerie Smith, DTM, you Host will speak on "Trust Your Intuition and Throw Away the Doubt." You will understand what your intuition is and what is doubt. Your intuition speaks to you daily and we must listen and act! This episode is going to be a great learning lesson for you to...

  43. Episode 40: "How to Lead Yourself" 6/26/2024

    Episode 40 will be spoken by Valerie Smith the Host of Valerie's R.E.A.L. Talk Podcast. This episode is all about "How to Lead Yourself!" What is leading yourself? That is having autonomy over your life, because it's nothing like having ownership. It's time to lead your life effectively, and…

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  44. Episode 39: "On Patience" 6/19/2024

    Today's Episode 39 will be "On Patience," where Valerie Smith, DTM will speak on how to have patience and be in the present moment. The world and time are moving at a very fast pace, where our patience is low, and we want things right now! However, it is time to take your time back and slow down…

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  45. Episode 38: "Live Within Your Strengths!" 6/12/2024

    Welcome to Episode 38, where Valerie Smith, DTM the Host of Valerie's R.E.A.L. Talk Podcast, who will speak to you on how to "Live within Your Strengths!" We all have many strengths and weaknesses; however, we like to focus on our weaknesses and not our strengths. When you focus on your…

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  46. Episode 37: "Dare to Lead in the 21st Century!" 6/5/2024

    Episode 37 is an episode to all leaders as you grow to bring impact in your organization and how you influence others. Valerie Smith, DTM the host of Valerie's R.E.A.L. Talk Podcast will get you excited about being an impactful leader in the 21st Century. It's not about you, it is all about…

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  47. Episode 36: "How to BE STILL!" 5/29/2024

    In Episode 36 is a message on "How to BE STILL!" When was there a time you stood still to look at nature? Have you ever just stood still in a quiet space, where you can hear your own voice? This is what it means to BE STILL. It is important to take time to relax and know your time is precious,...

  48. Episode 35: "Who Are You?" That is the Question! 5/22/2024

    Episode 35 is a special edition for Mental Health Awareness Month, and Valerie Smith, DTM, host of Valerie's R.E.A.L. Talk Podcast will speak on "Who Are You?" It is an important question to ask yourself, because we have busy lives, where it is easy to forget who you are. It is time to find out…

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  49. Episode 34: "How to Incorporate Mindfulness in Your Life" 5/15/2024

    Episode #34 is hosted by Valerie Smith, DTM, who will speak to you on "How to Incorporate Mindfulness in Your Life" and share life experiences on how mindfulness helped her in daily situations. Incorporating mindfulness is a daily practice to look at situations and solve problems effectively....

  50. Episode #33: “Your Selfcare and Mental Health Matters” 5/8/2024

    Episode #33: This month of May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and today's episode Valerie Smith your host will speak on “Your Selfcare and Mental Health Matters.” Selfcare is an important topic for your mental health to have balance as your lifestyle, every day. You will learn what it means to...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Join Valerie Smith, DTM, on Valerie’s R.E.A.L. Talk Podcast for an exploration of experiences, covering leadership development, effective communication, change, future of work, mindfulness, technology, and more. Gain insights from real-life experiences in solo conversations and interviews with special guests. Let Valerie guide you to become a more marketable individual in your personal and professional life, emphasizing continuous growth and embracing life to the fullest.Valerie R.E.A.L. Talk Podcast lives by its name to be REAL!R: Be RealE: Be EmpoweredA: Be AmbitiousL: Be A Leader

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Valerie Smith

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Join Valerie Smith, DTM, on Valerie’s R.E.A.L. Talk Podcast for an exploration of experiences, covering leadership development, effective communication, change, future of work, mindfulness, technology, and more. Gain insights from real-life experiences in solo conversations and interviews with...

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