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Chats from the Blog Cabin

Come join Melissa and her guests on the Chats from the Blog Cabin Podcast! From North Carolina, this podcast will have you feeling like you've known these folks for years. Listen in as they chat about life, culture, current events, and more - all with a special Southern flair! Curl up with your favorite beverage and get ready to be entertained. Tune in now for a unique experience that's fun and insightful!
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Episodes

178: Chatting with Sean Whitley about Transitioning to Working from Home

Today we are chatting with Sean Whitley. Sean is a husband, dad and son. In the past year, he has been through family loss, managing finances for his parents and grandmother, having the worst years of his career before Covid, And how this year has been the best year of his career. But he still hasn’t figured everything out when it comes to parenting. Done By Noon Book https://amzn.to/3pDbMBU { Affiliate link} Two Sales Guy Podcast https://www.thetwosalesguys.com/ Linked In to Follow Sean https:/...

Jun 21, 202143 minSeason 3Ep. 178

176: Chatting with Jamie Wright Esq

Join me as I chat with attorney Jamie E. Wright. Jamie is one of the most highly sought. after millennial lawyers and liability experts in Los Angeles. Her list of clients intersects law, business, politics, Covid, LGBTQ+, women's rights, race, and more. She will join me in discussing the unbalance of the female role during the pandemic. Plus I am sure we will be chatting about a whole lot more.

Jun 18, 202141 minSeason 3Ep. 176

175: Chatting about Relationships with Padma Gordon

Today we are chatting all about relationships with Padma. Padma is a spiritual counselor, mindfulness teacher, and author of “Being Together: Practical Wisdom for Loving Yourself and Your Partner. She is super passionate about relationships and will be sharing tools, tips, and gems to help people cultivate deeply thriving and loving relationships. Being Together: Practical Wisdom for Loving Yourself and Your Partner https://amzn.to/3yZqmI8 {affiliate link} https://www.instagram.com/padma.gordon/...

Jun 16, 202143 minSeason 3Ep. 175

174: Chatting with Author Sarah Zabel About Depression

For far too many people, depression and mental illness are top of mind 365 days a year. In the race to understand the causes and cures of major depressive disorder, there is hope. Join me as I chat with Sarah Zabel the author of Fighting Chance: How Unexpected Observations and Unintended Outcomes Shape the Science and Treatment of Depression. It features current research, interviews with more than 20 experts, and the unforgettable stories of 16 people personally impacted by depression to deliver...

Jun 14, 202146 minSeason 3Ep. 174

173: Chatting with Pastor and Author Joan Murray

Today we are chatting with Joan Murray who is the founder and CEO of Joan Murray Ministries and Seeds of Hope Worldwide. She is an international Bible teacher, pastor, speaker, author and loves the word of God and desires to see people experience freedom wholeness, and victory in all areas of life. Joan has recently released her new book “ You can TRUST Him” which was written for anyone who struggles with TRUSTing God during difficult seasons in their lives and when negative experiences and disa...

Jun 13, 202148 minSeason 3Ep. 173

172: Chatting about the Career Toolkit Book with Mark Herschberg

After teaching for 20 years at MIT's "Career Success Accelerator" class and working as a startup executive, Mark wrote a book, The Career Toolkit, Essential Skills for Success No One Taught You. 1 Minute Book Summary: The Career Toolkit Leadership, networking, negotiation, teamwork, effective communication–all skills we’re told are essential for success, but skills rarely ever taught. This book provides a quick and accessible means to begin learning and applying these skills filled with helpful ...

Jun 11, 202150 minSeason 3Ep. 172

171: Chatting with Daniel Haight about Asperger's Syndrome

Join me as I chat with Daniel Haight who is living out his American Dream all while having a mental condition called Asperger's Syndrome since childbirth. It has been classified as a mild form of Autism. He will shed some light on this form of Autism and hopefully get rid of the stigma that some people have placed on the Autism spectrum. https://www.facebook.com/independentcorner http://cygnusradio.com/ https://www.youtube.com/user/Chicagoman2008

Jun 09, 202137 minSeason 3Ep. 171

170: Chatting with First Focus for Children Members

Join me as I chat with members of First Focus, a group that advocates on behalf of children. They will share an overview of the Ambassadors program and invite you to join them for their Children’s Week events, beginning Monday, June 7th. Miriam Abaya will share a summary of the most pressing immigration issues affecting families and the actions they are asking the Biden Administration and Congress to take. website-https://firstfocus.org/ Become an ambassador https://action.campaignforchildren.or...

Jun 07, 202147 minSeason 3Ep. 170

169: Chatting with Educator Chad Dumas about what Parents can Do to Keep Children engaged in Learning this Summer

Join me as I chat with Educator Chad Dumas about what Parents can Do to Keep Children engaged in Learning this Summer https://www.discoveryeducation.com/community/virtual-field-trips/ https://kidsactivitiesblog.com/135714/virtual-field-trips/ https://www.weareteachers.com/best-virtual-field-trips/ https://www.mobilepermissions.com/2020/03/virtual-field-trips-for-remote-learning-free-online-learning-escapes-from-covid-19-coronavirus/ https://www.edutopia.org/article/6-free-resources-virtual-field...

Jun 04, 202157 minSeason 3Ep. 169

168: Chatting with Author Tracy Lawson

Join me as I chat with author Tracy Lawson. She wrote the book Answering Liberty's Call (2021) set during the winter of 1778, is based on events in the lives of Tracy's 6x great-grandparents. When Anna Stone hears of the privations at Valley Forge that threaten her soldier husband and brothers, she sets out alone on horseback with supplies. Along the way, she is swept up in the events of a conspiracy to remove General Washington from the commander-in-chief post and risks her life to carry a mess...

Jun 02, 202156 minSeason 3Ep. 168

167: Chatting with Sam Pio

At such a young age, Sam Pio is living out her dreams as a Christian singer, actress, and model. She recently released a cover album, BE BLESSED, which features faith-based Christian Gospel songs such as Amazing Grace and O’Lord (now available on Spotify & iTunes). Still in the works is her solo album, BE THE LIGHT (release date TBD 2021), which will feature originally written Christian songs. The goal of her music is to bring an angelic, spirit-filled message of hope, love, and light after ...

May 31, 202126 minSeason 3Ep. 167

166: Chatting with Dillon Hill about Acts of Kindness

Dillon makes award-winning video series all about helping others in creative ways, like buying 11 billboards to help a cancer patient achieve her bucket list dream. He started this journey after his childhood best friend was given 1-year to live following a cancer diagnosis. He dropped out of college to help him with his bucket list dream! www.liveforanother.com Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/dailykindness

May 28, 202144 minSeason 3Ep. 166

165: Chatting about Farming with Saira Menses

Join me as I chat with my friend Saira Meneses from Purpose Driven Family Farm. Listen in as we chat about farm life, homeschooling and they are surviving in the pandemic. I drove over an hour during the pandemic just to buy items from her farm stand and y'all I didn't regret it one bit. Tune in to see why I love supporting this family and veteran-owned family farm https://www.instagram.com/pdfamilyfarm/ https://www.facebook.com/pdfamilyfarm https://www.purposedrivenfamilyfarm.com/...

May 26, 202159 minSeason 3Ep. 165

164: Chatting with Meghan Krauss about her Self-Titled Album Release

Meghan Krauss is an American soul-pop, rock, and R&B artist, originally from Seattle, WA. Classically trained, she has been praised for her powerful bluesy vocals and energetic stage presence. Performing as the frontwoman for popular East Coast bands HyJinx and Steal the Sky, she was recruited by guitar virtuoso Greg Howe as the lead singer for the internationally recognized rock band Maragold. Influenced by music legends such as Whitney Houston, Ann Wilson, and Mariah Carey, Meghan has been...

May 24, 202131 minSeason 3Ep. 164

163: Chatting with Robert Misseri, the Co-Founder of Paws of War about Nubbs and the mission behind Paws of War

May is both National Military Appreciation Month and National Pet Month, making it a great time to help Paws of War with their mission. Stationed overseas, Army Sergeant Hetty has rescued a cat, called Nubbs, who had kittens. Now she’s received her orders to head back to the U.S., but she can’t bear the thought of leaving Nubbs and her babies behind. She has teamed up with Paws of War to try and bring them all back to her home in the U.S. Join me as I chat with Robert Misseri the Co-Founder of P...

May 22, 202136 minSeason 3Ep. 163

162: Chatting with Kat McDaniel from BellaRuth.Co

After being laid off from her job due to Covid, Kat McDaniel turned her love of macrame into a business. Listen in as I chat with her about her journey into teaching macrame as well as creating pieces to sell Instagram @bellaruth.co https://www.etsy.com/shop/shopbellaruthco Notepad with Time Blocks https://amzn.to/3hhvZv4 { Affiliate link}

May 21, 202158 minSeason 3Ep. 162

161: Chatting with Andy about the Power of The Internet to create an amazing project during the Pandemic

Join me as I chat with Andy about the project that he put together. It is a photography project about relationships in the age of a global pandemic: “Corona Coupling.” Over 50 people invited him into their personal space during quarantine. This link will direct you to Volume 1: https://andymadethis.com/corona1. Check out Andy's Website https://andymadethis.com/ Check out Corona Coupling https://www.subscribepage.com/coronacoupling

May 19, 20211 hr 5 minSeason 3Ep. 161

160: Chatting with Darrin about Public Speaking

Darrin has recently started pursuing Public Speaking and using his experience as both the VP of Sales for his company as well as his 14 years as the Head Coach of the ASU Racquetball team to draw from. Previous to this, he was a Top 20 player on the International Racquetball Tour, and his experience as a competitive athlete has really helped formulate his life approach in general around hard work, building a team of supporters, etc. Visit his website www.darrinchatter.com Connect on LinkedIn htt...

May 17, 202146 minSeason 3Ep. 160

159: Chatting with the owners of The Cookie Department

It was in 2019 that The Cookie Department began to take its current shape as America’s most delicious Ketogenic Cookie on the market. Resnikoff’s wife Elannah has had a long journey of healing from the debilitating effects of traumatic brain injuries. Consistently her team of doctors had recommended incongruous treatment protocols, with her body often feeling like a trial and error test subject. A rare area of agreement was that the ketogenic diet would decrease her inflammation and nerve pain, ...

May 14, 20211 hr 23 minSeason 3Ep. 159

158: Chatting with Candy Leigh

Join me as I chat with Candy. She is a single mom of 3 who was laid off after having major back surgery and went through a massive life transition to reclaim her power and joy. She wrote a book about it: Finding Life In Between. Link to her book Book Finding Life In Between https://amzn.to/3g7cuET { www.CandyLeigh.com www.LifeBalanceQuiz.com

May 12, 202151 minSeason 3Ep. 158

157: Chatting with Shiquita Hyman

Join me as I chat with Shiquita Hyman from The Unconventional Southern Belle. She is a fashion, beauty, and lifestyle creator who enjoys helping others achieve their best selves! Also, we will be chatting about the importance of representation.

May 10, 202155 minSeason 3Ep. 157

156: Chatting about Service Dogs

Join me as I chat about service dogs with people from Animal Farm Foundation. Animal Farm Foundation’s service dog program takes a revolutionary approach to changing the lives of people and dogs. The dogs that are selected by AFF for training are labeled “pit bulls’ by the shelters and rescue organizations. This is a marked contrast with the pure-bred, purpose-bred dogs that are usually trained for service roles. Through this approach, AFF debunks negative stereotypes and reduces discrimination ...

May 07, 202140 minSeason 3Ep. 156

155: Chatting with Roland Achenjang

Join me as I chat with Roland Achenjang. He is the author of Who and Why You Are. Like you, life provided him with an abundant variety of challenges and setbacks that never seem to end. For over twenty-eight years, he questioned why this was the case. He struggled to make sense of it all by employing his Catholic religious teachings, pharmacy education, and business school knowledge to no avail. In frustration, he taught himself to meditate (happy medicine for the mind) starting in 2013/2014. Af...

May 05, 20211 hr 7 minSeason 3Ep. 155

154: Chatting with Author Elizabeth Gould

Do you know that the energy generated by our emotions is infinite, and there is no limit to how far that energy can propel us? Zuckerberg Institute coach and bestselling author Elizabeth Gould (whose work is endorsed by world-renowned life and business strategist Tony Robbins) offer a life-altering process of thinking in her new book Feeling Forwards. Elizabeth’s unique, revolutionary work teaches readers how to harness the infinite power of their emotions to help them move beyond challenges and...

May 03, 20211 hr 2 minSeason 3Ep. 154

153: Chatting with Author Julie Moore

Join me as I chat with Author Julie Moore about her book The Pet Soul Book - A Guide to Letting Go and Connecting with your Beloved Pet. For free gift Website: www.juliemooreauthor.com You can grab her book here The Pet Soul Book https://amzn.to/3deWVcf { affiliate link} Twitter: @ZephyrMoore Facebook: The Pet Soul Book Website: www.juliemooreauthor.com Email: Juliemoreauthor@gmail.com Instagram: thepetsoulbook...

Apr 30, 20211 hr 1 minSeason 3Ep. 153

152: Chatting with Valonda Calloway

Join me as I chat with Valonda Calloway about her book "Tips from the TV Lady". We will also be chatting about something we both have in common. Book Tips from the TV Lady https://amzn.to/3anrWsx IG and Twitter @ValCalTV website ValondaCalloway.com Facebook Valonda Calloway On TV

Apr 28, 202149 minSeason 3Ep. 152

151: Chatting with Melissa Harrell About Child Abuse Prevention Month

April is Child Abuse Awareness month. Join me as I chat with my friend Melissa Harrell, a mental health counselor about ways that we can protect our child from abuse. Here are the books that Melissa talked about during the chat. The Color Monster https://amzn.to/3soG8b2 I Feel https://amzn.to/32qrwNL Lots of Feelings https://amzn.to/3dwf9X0 { all affiliate links}

Apr 26, 202157 minSeason 3Ep. 151

150: Chatting with Wendell White

Join me as a chat with Wendell White whose story is so powerful. At 18 years old, he lay trapped in the trunk of a car and assumed it would be his last ride. Battered from a beating during a drug deal gone wrong, all he could think about was his 19-month-old son. White prayed. He asked God for forgiveness. He steeled himself to face the consequences of the sinful life he was living. And he wondered in angst, “How in the world did I get here?” His Book The Devil Thought He Had Me! is White’s raw,...

Apr 23, 202158 minSeason 3Ep. 150

149: Chatting with James Thompson

Join me as I chat with James Thompson, an amazing person about what it is like growing up in the South in the '80s and all that he has accomplished. Book Life, Love& Lockup: My Pain Became My Character https://amzn.to/3mMC1V2 Klassic Konversations with Jae Tae & Lo http://urbanatlanta.com/index.php/blog/Klassic-Konversations

Apr 21, 20211 hr 3 minSeason 3Ep. 149
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