Recent Episodes and Interviews
Military Mom Talk Radio
Episode #564: Staying Mentally Sharp as You Age—Rethinking Where and How You Live with Sandra Beck, Amanda Lambert & Leslie Eckford
Sandra Beck of Military Mom Talk Radio speaks with bestselling authors and aging-life experts Amanda Lambert and Leslie Eckford about what it really means to stay mentally sharp as you get older—and why your living environment plays a bigger role than most people realize. Drawing from their book Choose Your Place: Rethinking Home As You Age, they challenge the default assumptions about aging and independence. This isn’t about settling—it’s about making intentional choices. From cohousing communities to living abroad, shared housing, or multigenerational homes, they explore real options people are using to maintain control, connection, and cognitive vitality. The conversation also addresses the practical side—how to plan ahead without locking yourself into rigid decisions, how to adapt as circumstances change, and how to avoid the common traps that lead to isolation or loss of autonomy. If you’re thinking about the next phase of life—or helping someone else navigate it—this episode offers a clear-eyed look at how to stay engaged, independent, and mentally strong. Military Mom Talk Radio is also available on Audible, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, Stitcher, Player FM, and Podcast Addict.
Motherhood Talk Radio
Episode #424: Sandra Beck on Sandwich Moms—Caring for Kids While Supporting a Parent with Dementia
Sandra Beck of Motherhood Talk Radio sits down with mindful aging experts Leslie Eckford and Amanda Lambert to talk about the reality of being “sandwiched” between raising children and caring for an aging parent with dementia. This episode is personal. Sandra shares her own experience navigating life with teenage boys while supporting her 89-year-old father through cognitive decline. The conversation doesn’t gloss over it—this is about the emotional strain, the logistical challenges, and the constant balancing act that comes with caregiving on both ends. Leslie and Amanda offer practical guidance on managing dementia-related behaviors, setting boundaries without guilt, and finding ways to maintain your own stability in the middle of it all. They also address the difficult truth many caregivers face: you can’t do everything perfectly, and trying to will only lead to burnout. If you’re in this stage of life—or heading toward it—this episode provides a grounded look at what it takes to navigate it with clarity, compassion, and realistic expectations.Motherhood Talk Radio is also available on Audible, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, Stitcher, Player FM, and Podcast Addict.
Coach Talk Radio
Episode #310: Sandra Beck on Writing Creative Fiction—Making the Leap from Nonfiction with Dr. Judith Briles
Sandra Beck of Coach Talk Radio sits down with publishing expert and author Judith Briles to talk about a transition many writers struggle with—moving from business or nonfiction writing into creative fiction. This episode gets into the real differences between the two. It’s not just about changing tone—it’s about shifting how you think, structure ideas, and connect with readers. Dr. Briles shares practical guidance on developing story, voice, and narrative flow, while avoiding the common traps nonfiction writers fall into when they try to “tell” instead of “show.” If you’ve built a career writing informational or business content but feel pulled toward fiction, this conversation offers a clear path forward. It addresses both the creative and strategic sides of the shift—so you don’t get stuck halfway between the two.Coach Talk Radio is also available on Audible, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, Stitcher, Player FM, and Podcast Addict.
PoweredUp
Episode #549: Sandra Beck on Prosperity Meditation—Shifting Your Mindset for Abundance with Susan Shumsky
Sandra Beck of Powered Up Talk Radio speaks with spirituality expert and bestselling author Susan Shumsky about prosperity meditation and how your internal beliefs shape your external results. Drawing from her book Prosperity Meditations, Dr. Shumsky explains how meditation can be used not just for calm or clarity, but to actively shift patterns around money, success, and self-worth. Her approach combines decades of study in consciousness, intuition, and spiritual practice—including time spent training under Maharishi Mahesh Yogi—into practical tools for everyday life. In this episode, she shares how limiting beliefs about abundance are formed, how to interrupt those patterns, and how to develop a more aligned, intentional mindset. The focus is less on wishful thinking and more on disciplined inner work that supports real-world outcomes. If you’ve ever felt blocked around money, opportunity, or personal growth, this conversation offers a different angle—one that starts with how you think, focus, and direct your energy. Powered Up Talk Radio is also available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, and Google Play.
Author U Your Guide to Book Publishing
The Future of Authoring and Publishing 05-14-2026
In this episode of the AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing podcast, host Judith Briles has invited author of Communicating with the Future and Futurist Dr. Thomas Frey to join her for a session on the Future of Authoring and Publishing. The founder of the DaVinci Institute, Tom has crisscrossed the globe physically and now via Zoom to crowds as large as 150,000 attendees. A daily blogger, you can find him at FuturistSpeaker.com and via his Substack newsletter, ThomasFreySubstack.com. Your takeaways include: -Don’t compete where machines can do it better. -Become an expert in something you like—expect years in your learning curve. -Always be curious. -The future of libraries. -Never underestimate the power of convening LIVE, In-Person meetings. -Build relationships as fast as you can. -Always consider: what can go wrong? -Technology is not the bad guy! Join in ... you will learn a lot! Tune in for lots of ideas and how-to tactics via the AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing podcast. It’s ranked in the Top Ten of bookmarketing campaigns. Since its inception seven years ago, the AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing podcast with over 22 million listeners downloading various shows for practical publishing and book marketing guidance. Join me and become a regular subscriber.
Harvesting Happiness
The Connection Crisis: Decades of Research on Friendship and Belonging with Dr. Niobe Way, PhD Part I
The modern loneliness epidemic has cast a spotlight on a profound "crisis of connection," particularly within the realm of boys' friendships research. As children grow, developmental psychology suggests a sharp decline in emotional intimacy among males, often driven by rigid masculinity norms that equate vulnerability with weakness. This cultural pressure prioritizes hard skills over soft skills, forcing many young adults into social isolation, where the biological need for companionship is sacrificed to maintain a stoic facade.
To discuss the developmental psychology behind modern masculinity norms, Harvesting Happiness Podcast host Lisa Cypers Kamen welcomes author and developmental psychologist, Dr. Niobe Way, PhD.
Niobe shares her foundational research that was the source of her books Rebels with a Cause: Reimagining Boys, Ourselves, and Our Culture, and the forthcoming Our Social Nature in an Anti-social Culture. She suggests that disconnecting from the softer side of being human goes against our nature and is a by-product of modern American culture.
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Vision Beyond Sight
Longing: A Pilgrimage Into Your Being and Finding Your Purpose Through Sacred Calamity with Christopher Sansone, PhD (Episode #155)
In this meaningful conversation, Dr. Lynn Hellerstein speaks with Christopher Sansone, PhD, author, soul-centered coach and past-life regression guide about his book, Longing: A Pilgrimage to Your Quiet Power Within, and the transformative power of listening to the soul’s longing. Chris explains that many people feel stuck because they are disconnected from their deeper purpose. He shares how suffering or a “sacred calamity,” while painful, can hold meaning and become a path toward healing, growth, and self-discovery. Throughout the episode, Chris discusses powerful stories of individuals who faced profound hardships yet found healing by moving through their pain with courage and openness. He explores the idea of being “spiritual but not religious,” emphasizing that true spirituality comes from within and connects us to a greater source. The conversation also reframes purpose—not as external achievement, but as becoming more fully who we truly are. Chris touches on past-life regression as a tool for healing and accessing the subconscious, reminding listeners that we all carry a deep reservoir of wisdom within us. Ultimately, the episode encourages listeners to embrace curiosity, self-love, and authentic connection as they navigate life’s challenges and uncover their quiet inner power. Dr. Lynn Hellerstein, Developmental Optometrist, co-owner of Hellerstein & Brenner Vision Center, P.C., award-winning author and international speaker, holds powerful and inspiring conversations with her guests in the areas of health, wellness, education, sports and psychology. They share their inspirational stories of healing and transformation through their vision expansion. Vision Beyond Sight Podcast will help you see with clarity, gain courage and confidence. Welcome to Vision Beyond Sight! Also available on Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Google Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Audible and Stitcher.
Sparking Wholeness
Episode 340: A New Approach to Understanding Anxiety with Elizabeth April
Host Erin Kerry sits down with Elizabeth April, author of Your Anxiety Is Giving Me Anxiety, to explore a completely different perspective on anxiety. Instead of viewing it as a disorder or flaw, Elizabeth shares how anxiety can function as a signal—pointing to deeper root causes in your past, present, and even future patterns. They discuss how unresolved trauma, environmental stress, and nervous system overload can shape anxiety responses, and why traditional coping strategies may not be enough for long-term healing. This conversation blends mental health, nervous system insight, and practical tools to help you move from reacting to anxiety… to understanding what it’s trying to tell you. Key Topics: Key Topics: - Why anxiety may be a signal, not a disorder - Root causes of anxiety: past, present, and future triggers - The “oversaturated sponge” effect and emotional buildup - How unresolved trauma shows up as anxiety - Emotional and environmental influences on mental health - Why suppressing anxiety can make it worse - Practical tools for releasing stored stress and overwhelm - Anxiety in children and modern overstimulation Links Mentioned: Book: https://benbellabooks.com/shop/your-anxiety-is-giving-me-anxiety/ Website: elizabethapril.com Join Erin’s monthly mailing list to get health tips and fresh meal plans and recipes every month: https://mailchi.mp/adde1b3a4af3/monthlysparksignup Order Erin’s new book, Live Beyond Your Label, at erinbkerry.com/upcomingbook/
Ghost Chronicles
Ghost Berkshire & New Jersey with Robert Oakes
Lesley and Ron speak with Robert Oakes on several haunted places in the Berkshires and New Jersey
Ghost Chronicles International
Ghost Chronicles the Pub Edition
Tonight we are in the 1859 House in Methuen having a pint and discussing a variety of topics including the effects on infrasound, the Clootie Well, water memory and much more
