Recent Episodes and Interviews
Military Mom Talk Radio
Episode #568: Sandra Beck on Food & Mental Health—What to Eat to Actually Feel Better with Erin Kerry
Sandra Beck of Military Mom Talk Radio speaks with Sparking Wholeness nutritional expert Erin Kerry about the real connection between what you eat and how you feel—mentally and emotionally. This isn’t about trendy diets or cutting everything you enjoy. Erin breaks down how everyday food choices directly impact mood, stress levels, focus, and energy—especially for busy moms juggling constant demands. From stabilizing blood sugar to supporting brain health, she offers practical, doable strategies that don’t require a full lifestyle overhaul. If you’ve been feeling off, overwhelmed, or mentally drained, this episode looks at one of the most overlooked tools for improving mental health: what’s on your plate. Small, consistent changes can make a bigger difference than most people expect.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 #428: Sandra Beck on Mental Toughness & Weight Loss—Why Mindset Matters More Than Motivation with Dr. Andrew Wittman
Sandra Beck of Motherhood Talk Radio sits down with performance expert Andrew Wittman to break down a hard truth about weight loss—if your mindset isn’t solid, your results won’t be either. Dr. Wittman draws on his background as a Marine, federal agent, and founder of the Mental Toughness Training Center to explain why motivation fades and why discipline alone isn’t enough. The missing piece is mental toughness—the ability to stay consistent, think clearly under pressure, and follow through even when you don’t feel like it. In this episode, he outlines how to build that mental edge. From controlling your internal dialogue to creating systems that reduce decision fatigue, the focus is on strategies that actually hold up in real life—not just when things are easy. If you’ve been stuck in the cycle of starting over, this conversation shifts the focus from willpower to structure, from emotion to execution—and gives you a more reliable path forward. This episode is sponsored by RoBody. Motherhood Talk Radio is also available on Audible, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, Stitcher, Player FM, and Podcast Addict.
Coach Talk Radio
Episode 314: Spirituality Isn’t Woo—It’s Strategy: Aligning Purpose and Profit with Sandra Beck & Philip Montrose
What if your intuition was as valuable as your analytics dashboard—and just as actionable? On this episode of Coach Talk Radio, Sandra Beck sits down with Philip Montrose, a respected voice in holistic success, to unpack what it really means to bring spirituality into your business without losing credibility, traction, or results. This isn’t about lighting incense and hoping for the best. It’s about learning how clarity of purpose, intuitive decision-making, and mindful leadership can quietly outperform burnout, guesswork, and constant hustle. Philip shares grounded, usable techniques to help you align your work with what actually matters—so you’re not just productive, you’re effective. The conversation cuts through the noise and gets to something most professionals avoid: how to trust your internal guidance system while still hitting your external goals. If you’re building a business, leading a team, or simply tired of success that feels empty, this episode offers a more sustainable way forward—one that blends meaning with measurable results. Listen to Coach Talk Radio on Audible, Amazon Music, Amazon Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Stitcher, Player FM, and Podcast Addict.
PoweredUp
Episode 553: Creating Healthy Friendships—Sandra Beck on Building Connections That Actually Support You
Sandra Beck of Powered Up Talk Radio speaks with nutrition coach and wellness expert Erin Kerry about what it really means to have healthy friendships—and why some relationships quietly drain more than they give. This episode looks at how friendships evolve over time and why not all of them are meant to last. The conversation explores how to recognize supportive versus unhealthy dynamics, how to set boundaries without guilt, and when it’s time to step back or let a relationship go altogether. Sandra and Erin also discuss the emotional side—why we hold on longer than we should, how loneliness can cloud judgment, and what it takes to build connections that are grounded in mutual respect, honesty, and shared values. If you’ve been rethinking your circle or feeling out of alignment in certain relationships, this episode offers a clear perspective: not every friendship is meant to be forever—and that’s not failure, it’s growth. Powered Up Talk Radio is also available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, and Google Play.
Author U Your Guide to Book Publishing
How to Get Book Reviews 07-09-2026
One of the big scrambles for author is to get book reviews. The ask, Ask, ASK can be exhausting in the roundup. Joining host Judith Briles today is Jim Cox, who heads up Midwest Book Reviews. Under its umbrella, there are 9 different review portals. You can find him and his team through: www.MidwestBookReviews.com. Think of this session as on the power of book reviews and how to get them. And an aspiring authors best friend. -How to get your book reviewed, especially as a self or indie published author. -How to get your book reviewed. 12 Essential must includes with every request. -3 follow up things to do when a book is submitted. -3 of the biggest mistakes authors make when “word blind” is in their midst. -How to become a professional reviewer. -A look from a reviewer’s perspective on the impact of AI on writing and publishing. -Considerations when working with a POD company.
Sparking Wholeness
Episode 347: How to Talk to Your Kids About Sex Without Shame, A Christian Perspective with Dr. Kelly Edmiston
In this episode, host Erin Kerry sits down with pastor, Bible professor, and author Dr. Kelly Edmiston to discuss how purity culture, body shame, and sexual shame have impacted both adults and children. They explore how parents can have healthy, age-appropriate conversations about sex, consent, body safety, and pleasure from a biblical perspective without fear or shame. They also discuss trauma, embodiment, nervous system healing, pornography, parenting boys, raising confident daughters, and why learning to trust your body can actually deepen your relationship with God. Whether you're raising young children, healing from religious trauma, or simply trying to develop a healthier relationship with your own body, this conversation offers practical wisdom, hope, and encouragement. Key Topics: - Purity culture and religious trauma - Body image and embodiment - Christian parenting - Talking to kids about sex - Teaching consent - Body safety - Healthy sexuality - Trauma healing - Pornography conversations - Nervous system awareness - Body boundaries - Biblical sexuality - Raising emotionally healthy children Links Mentioned: Website: https://www.drkellyedmiston.com/ Book: Shame-Free Sex Talks Substack: https://substack.com/@kellyedmiston 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/
Harvesting Happiness
Why Smart People Struggle with Money: The Emotional Side of Finance with Tari K. Vickery
The interplay between money stress and mental health shapes how we perceive security, frequently trapping families in silent, inherited cycles of fiscal anxiety. Breaking these deeply entrenched patterns requires shifting our cultural discourse from financial judgment to financial empathy, allowing individuals to address their economic realities without shame.
To discover the secret to embracing the abundance-vs-scarcity mindset, Harvesting Happiness Podcast host Lisa Cypers Kamen welcomes Tari Vickery, author, Stanford-trained sociologist, financial well-being expert, and founder of Life Matters Financial Group.
As a financial well-being expert, Tari brings a nuanced perspective to the often-fraught discourse surrounding personal finance, offering strategies for initiating compassionate money conversations. Taken from her book, The Emotional Side of Money: A Roadmap to Financial Wellness, she details the foundational financial conversations often absent from most American households due to inherited cycles of economic stress and offers positive psychology interventions that transform avoidant financial behaviors.
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Military Mom Talk Radio
Episode #567: Sandra Beck on Military Writing & Publishing—From Idea to Book with DeeDee Lake
Sandra Beck of Military Mom Talk Radio sits down with author DeeDee Lake to talk about writing and publishing stories rooted in military life—from romance and memoir to action and adventure. This episode looks at what it actually takes to get a book out of your head and into readers’ hands. DeeDee shares practical insight into self-publishing, including how to shape your story, avoid common first-time author mistakes, and move through the process without getting overwhelmed or stuck in perfectionism. If you’ve been sitting on a story—especially one shaped by military experiences—this conversation gives you a clear starting point and a realistic path forward. Writing the book is one thing. Finishing it and publishing it is another. This episode helps close that gap. 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 #427: Sandra Beck on Difficult Elderly Parents—What to Do When They Refuse Care
Sandra Beck of Motherhood Talk Radio speaks with mindful aging experts Amanda Lambert and Leslie Eckford about one of the hardest realities in caregiving—when elderly parents resist the very help they need. This isn’t a simple communication problem. When dementia or Alzheimer’s is involved, logic often doesn’t work, and pushing harder can make things worse. In this episode, Lambert and Eckford break down why resistance happens and how to respond in a way that reduces conflict while still protecting safety and well-being. The conversation focuses on practical strategies—how to approach difficult conversations, when to step back, how to set boundaries, and how to maintain dignity for your parent without sacrificing your own stability. It also addresses the emotional toll on caregivers, especially when you’re doing your best and it still feels like nothing is working. If you’re navigating this stage of life, this episode offers a more realistic playbook—one rooted in empathy, patience, and clear-eyed expectations about what you can and cannot control. Motherhood Talk Radio is also available on Audible, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, Stitcher, Player FM, and Podcast Addict.
Coach Talk Radio
Episode #313: Sandra Beck on Near-Death Experiences—What They Reveal About Consciousness with Dr. P.M.H. Atwater
Sandra Beck of Coach Talk Radio speaks with near-death experience researcher P. M. H. Atwater about what these events actually mean—and why they may be far more than isolated, unexplained phenomena. With more than four decades of research and nearly 7,000 case studies, Dr. Atwater has studied the patterns, aftereffects, and long-term transformations reported by individuals who have had near-death experiences. Her work suggests these events are not random, but part of a broader shift in consciousness that changes how people perceive life, purpose, and reality itself. In this episode, she explores what people consistently report during these experiences, why they occur across cultures and backgrounds, and how they often lead to lasting psychological, emotional, and even physical changes. The conversation also examines how these transformations challenge traditional views of death, identity, and human awareness. If you’ve ever been curious about near-death experiences—or what they might reveal about the nature of consciousness—this discussion offers a research-based perspective grounded in decades of observation and analysis. Coach Talk Radio is also available on Audible, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, Stitcher, Player FM, and Podcast Addict.
Success Profiles Radio
Brian K. Wright Discusses His Top 40 Ideas To Improve Your Business And Life
This week, I discuss 40 ideas that have helped me in my life and business, and my hope is that it will help you as well. I talked about gratitude, dealing with difficult times, how to get out of a bad state of mind, the power of focus, and having very specific goals. In addition, I talked about why going to high-level events can fast forward your business, reactivating your client base, hiring the right coach, surrounding yourself with the right people, and much more. You can listen and follow the show on Apple Podcasts/iTunes, Spotify, Audible, Amazon, iHeart Radio, and at https://toginet.com/recent/successprofilesradio Please leave a 5-star review on iTunes and 5 stars on Spotify. You can subscribe to Ultimate Achievers Magazine at https://ultimateachieversmagazine.com
PoweredUp
Episode #552: Developing Your Spiritual Gifts—Sandra Beck on Strengthening Intuition and Inner Awareness
Sandra Beck of Powered Up Talk Radio speaks with self-development teacher Phillip Montrose about how to recognize and develop your spiritual gifts in a practical, grounded way. With more than 25 years of experience, Montrose—alongside his wife Jane—has helped people build awareness through techniques like Spiritual Kinesiology, EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques), and structured self-development practices. This episode focuses on how to move beyond curiosity and actually strengthen your intuition, awareness, and internal guidance system. The conversation explores how to identify your natural abilities, clear emotional and mental blocks that interfere with perception, and develop consistent practices that help you trust what you’re sensing. The emphasis is on usable tools—not abstract ideas—so you can integrate this work into your everyday decisions and experiences.
Ghost Chronicles International
Ghost Chronicles International the Pub Edition Ghosts of The Drovers Inn -
Ron and Steven Scott discuss the ghosts of the Drovers Inn and other paranormal subjects..
Ghost Chronicles
EVP's with Joe Rainome
Lesley Marden and Ron Kolek speak with Joe Rainone of Paranormal New England about EVP's and Paranormal Investigating.
