Producer/Host Veronica Faisant discusses a new interactive social media app with it’s creator, Christine Egy Rose. Barbara Fagan-Smith, Co-author and retreat facilitator of The Family ROI Experience describes the Step-by-Step guide to Realizing Your Best Family. Both Christine and Barbara take listener calls. The post The Week Starts Here—-Using Social Media and The ROI (Return On Investment) business model to strengthen family ties – April 1, 2012 appeared first on KPFA ....
Apr 01, 2012•13 min
Host Veronica Faisant discusses sustainability strategies with Leo Buc of Common Vision and Charles Eisenstein shares his theory of Sacred Economics as a means of restoring lost community The post The Week Starts Here —Sustainability–“..it takes a village..” – March 25, 2012 appeared first on KPFA .
Mar 25, 2012•13 min
Author Charles Duhigg discusses the ability to make meaningful changes in one’s life by instituting positive daily Habits. The post The Week Starts Here—-The Power of Habit…Why We Do WHAT We Do in Life and Business – March 18, 2012 appeared first on KPFA .
Mar 18, 2012•13 min
In Celebration Of Women’s History Month,Author/ Poet Nikki Giovanni and Gospel Recording Artist Vickie Winans, in separate pre-recorded interviews, discuss their achievements and perspectives on modern times with Host Veronica Faisant. The post The Week Starts Here —Celebrating Women. –In Conversation with Nikki Giovanni and Vickie Winans – March 11, 2012 appeared first on KPFA .
Mar 11, 2012•13 min
Rabbi Rami Shapiro shares his unique perspective on Forgiveness, is it necessary, and who benefits? Phone lines are open The post The Week Starts Here —Forgiveness is it an “act” or an “attitude”? – March 4, 2012 appeared first on KPFA .
Mar 04, 2012•13 min
Producer/Host Veronica Faisant in conversation with Susan Silber and Linda Currie, discusses the Transition movement in Berkeley and, in general, the challenges of switching to a sustainable lifestyle. The post The Week Starts Here –Change…Don’t Run, Embrace it! – February 26, 2012 appeared first on KPFA .
Feb 26, 2012•13 min
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Feb 19, 2012•13 min
Host Veronica Faisant plays excerpts from “Finding Joe”, a film based on the philosophy of Joseph Campbell, and offers the DVD, Heirloom flower, fruit and vegetable seeds, plus concert tickets as Winter Fund Drive premiums. The post The Week Starts Here –Follow Your Bliss..Featuring the Work of Joseph Campbell – February 12, 2012 appeared first on KPFA .
Feb 12, 2012•13 min
In a recorded interview, Buddist Nun Pema Chodron and Writer Alice Walker discuss using Tonglen meditation as a transformative tool to addressing human Suffering. The post The Week Starts Here The benefits of having a Tonglen Meditation Practice – February 5, 2012 appeared first on KPFA .
Feb 05, 2012•13 min
Host Veronica Faisant in conversation with comedian, TV & Radio Host, Brian Copeland. Brian takes questions & comments from listeners. The post The Week Starts Here —Gallows humor…do you have it? – January 29, 2012 appeared first on KPFA .
Jan 29, 2012•13 min
Rabbi Rami Shapiro, author of the “Roadside Assistance for the Spiritual Traveler” series discusses his guide to Forgiveness and the importance of reframing situations and conflicts. Rabbi Rami entertains questions and comments from listeners. The post The Week Starts Here –Is Forgiveness really necessary? – January 22, 2012 appeared first on KPFA .
Jan 22, 2012•13 min
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Jan 08, 2012•13 min
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Jan 01, 2012•13 min
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Dec 25, 2011•13 min
Married authors Pat & Daniel Burke discuss the secret to a successful working relationship with your spouse and respond to listener questions and comments. The post The Week Starts Here – December 18, 2011 appeared first on KPFA .
Dec 18, 2011•13 min
Producer & Host Veronica Faisant discusses addictive behavior with author & therapist Dr. Gabor Mate. John Benus, “The Fun Doctor” talks about the “What’s Happening Calendar” and his plan to create a better world and more fun for everyone. The post The Week Starts Here – December 11, 2011 appeared first on KPFA .
Dec 11, 2011•13 min
Producer & Show Host Veronica Faisant challenges listeners to consider the elements of living a life based on courage and conviction, and Dr. Rick Hanson discusses his new book, Just One Thing: developing a Buddha Brain One simple Practice at a Time, and Dr. Hanson suggests some practical tools for dealing with negative thoughts and feelings. Dr Hanson takes listeners’ calls. The post The Week Starts Here – December 4, 2011 appeared first on KPFA ....
Dec 04, 2011•13 min
Host Veronica Faisant and Lauri Burns, author of “Punished for Purpose” discuss her book and her personal journey of abuse, hardship and the discovery of her life’s purpose. Lauri takes calls from listeners. The post The Week Starts Here – November 27, 2011 appeared first on KPFA .
Nov 27, 2011•13 min
Host Veronica Faisant discusses the importance of authenticity and resilience in achieving self actualization. Best selling Author, and Coach, Mike Robbins discusses his book, Be Yourself, Everyone Else is Taken and takes calls from the listeners. The post The Week Starts Here – November 20, 2011 appeared first on KPFA .
Nov 20, 2011•13 min
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Nov 13, 2011•13 min
Jerri Lange, author of, Jerri, a Black Woman’s Life in the Media discusses her experience both in front of and behind the cameras in her career which has spanned some 40 plus years and she takes calls from the listeners. The post The Week Starts Here–What are you thinking? – November 6, 2011 appeared first on KPFA .
Nov 06, 2011•13 min
In a Conversation recorded at San Francisco”s Palace of Fine Arts, Buddhist Monk Pema Chodron & Author Alice Walker discuss the meaning of Suffering and the mystery of Joy. In a recorded interview, Host Veronica Faisant discusses Life in Paris with Ex-Pat & former Bay Area Radio & TV personality, Ricki Stevenson The post The Week Starts Here –Meditation as a tool for dealing with suffering – October 23, 2011 appeared first on KPFA ....
Oct 23, 2011•13 min
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Oct 16, 2011•13 min
Host Veronica Faisant continues her mission–facilitating world peace–one person at a time by encouraging listeners to follow Steve Jobs example of not “settling”. Dr. Gregory Jantz, Psychologist & author discusses Overcoming Anxiety, Worry & Fear and takes questions from listeners. The post The Week Starts Here –Steve Jobs’ legacy–What’s in it for you? – October 9, 2011 appeared first on KPFA .
Oct 09, 2011•13 min
Host Veronica Faisant, in a pre-recorded interview, chats with veteran Journalist, Reporter, TV Host and Producer Linda Ellerbee. Linda holds nothing back in describing her life in general and details of her 40+ years in a career which she refers to as “accidental”. The post The Week Starts Here –Do you Believe in Luck, or Magic? – October 2, 2011 appeared first on KPFA .
Oct 02, 2011•13 min
Host Veronica Faisant in conversation with American Buddist teacher, scholar & author, Lama Surya Das. Surya discusses his new book, Buddha Standard Time, challenges listeners to create more “present” time in their day and takes calls from listeners. The post The Week Starts Here —What time IS it? – September 25, 2011 appeared first on KPFA .
Sep 25, 2011•13 min
Host Veronica Faisant discusses dedication, discipline and determination with Ernestine Shepherd, the world’s oldest female body builder. Ricki Stevenson, former Bay Area T.V. personality, Founder, Owner and Operator of Black Paris Tour describes her experiences and those of other African American women who became successful community leaders despite spending their formative years in the Menlo Park/East Palo Alt area. The post The Week Starts Here —What defines you? – September 18, 2011 appeared...
Sep 18, 2011•13 min
Host Veronica Faisant promotes getting back to basics in Mind, Body & Spirit. In this, the premier program, Jere Gettle author of The Heirloom Life Gardener, discusses everything you ever wanted to know about growing heirloom, GMO-free vegetables. Holly Hirshberg, describes her non profit, “The Dinner Garden” which provides vegetable seeds and instructions for growing your own food. The post The Week Starts Here —It All Began with a Seed…. – September 11, 2011 appeared first on KPFA ....
Sep 11, 2011•13 min
