December 30, 2020

Everyone is thrilled that 2020 is at an end. Now we look to the future of 2021 with hope and faith. We have to come together, reconnect, and rebuild our country. Purple is the color for 2021.

As an Empowerment Architect, Cynthia Brian’s aim is to encourage, inspire, inform, and motivate. Her “heart book”, Be the Star You Are! 99 Gifts for Living, Loving, Laughing, and Learning to Make a Difference offers readers a wealth of true stories, uplifting quotes, and simple exercises to help you be the star of your own performance  In today’s StarStyle episode, Cynthia reads chapters on Leadership, Lifelines, Listening, Love, Magic, and Miracles to help you end 2020 with hope and start 2021 with a fresh, positive perspective. Buy copies of this book and others at https://www.CynthiaBrian.com/online-store.

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Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/127121/a-new-beginning-cynthia-brian-leadership-to-miracles-from-be-the-star-you-are

December 23, 2020

Australian author and founder of Serenidad Consulting, Nola Hennessy

brings harmony into Christmas festivities as she visits with Cynthia Brian on StarStyle®. Nola will discuss how developing resilience for life relies on both good and bad experiences, and how best to build a new year that is founded on the lessons learned in 2020. Nola sees peace through an educator’s lens, strongly and consistently advocating for ‘prevention’ strategies and proactive education to resolve the world’s global conflicts and increasing levels of violence and discord. Her multi-award winning book “Post-Traumatic Stress – Not a Life Sentence” includes a special Chapter on “Resilience for Life” in which Nola writes “maintaining the goal of inner peace…………..and (giving yourself) positive affirmations………..will help create your self-fulfilling prophecy “.

Cynthia Brian shares The Gift of Harmony from her book, Be the Star You Are!® 99 Gifts for Living, Loving, Laughing, and Learning to Make a Difference about an extraordinary experience with fur seals in the Galapagos Islands that proves that we are all united. 

Bio: Nola Hennessy

Nola Hennessy is a thought leader on peace, an insightful and multi-award-winning business woman and author, and globally recognized for her enduring commitment to inspire others to live lives of positivity, compassion and love. Nola empowers people in their journey away from revenge, violence, hatred, greed, and power and control struggles.

Born in Australia in 1957, Nola knows that change is inevitable and, as a leading change agent and widely recognized for her capacity to make a difference at a global level, Nola’s global organization Serenidad Consulting® is her vehicle to affect the changes that she knows the world needs.

One of Rotary International’s Inspirational Women 2011 and the USA’s Women of Impact 2014, Nola become a senior manager at age 16, and a senior leader at age 19. She leads Serenidad Consulting®, founded in January 2010, in its strategic intent to facilitate positive relationships and global peace outcomes. www.serenidadconsulting.com

Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/127120/peace-harmony-and-christmas-with-nola-hennessy

December 16, 2020

Since Be the Star You Are! 99 Gifts for Living, Loving, Laughing, and Learning to Make a Difference debuted, readers have been asking author Cynthia Brian to read the chapters to a world of listeners. In today’s StarStyle® episode, Cynthia reads the introduction to the gifts as well as several chapters that begin with the letter “A”. Included will be Abundance, Acceptance, Action, Adventure, Affection, and Affirmation You’ll be empowered by the chapters to be your best self. As an Empowerment Architect, Cynthia Brian’s aim is to encourage, inspire, inform, and motivate. Become the star of your own performance. Buy copies of this book and others at https://www.CynthiaBrian.com/online-store.

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Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/127118/cynthia-brian-reads-the-as-from-be-the-star-you-are-99-gifts

December 09, 2020

As winter approaches, we want to get our outdoor spaces and home ready for the cold and wet. Cynthia Brian offers tips on winterization. Don’t forget to test smoke/carbon monoxide detectors, clean out gutters, replace furnace filters, stack the firewood, and have plenty of hot chocolate fixings ready for those long, dark nights in front of a blazing fireplace!

From dives of danger to flights of fright, author of Sleeping Around…Challenging My Comfort Zone, Mary L. Peachin, is no shrinking violet. “I like to live each day to the fullest” says the self-proclaimed adrenalin junkie. Mary will discuss her global adventures including encounters with saltwater crocs, bears, and sharks. Get your heart pumping.

Watching the wide-eyed wonder of children during the holidays is an additional dividend of the magical season of Christmas. This is a great time to spark children’s enthusiasm for gardening. The rewards go far beyond reaping a harvest of fruits, flowers, and vegetables. Not only do kids get to dig in the dirt, it’s a plus if they get dirty.

Bio: Mary Peachin

Mary Peachin has slept her way around the world on everything from cots outside beach palapas to mountain huts, sleeping bags, bunk beds, wilderness cabins, dive boats, and sleazy motels.  While doing so, she has experienced unique adventures in remote global destinations—overcoming fears, threats to her comfort zone, and even stark terror.

Some of these include unexpected shark encounters, caring for a Gila monster and Solomon boa constrictor, scuba diving with sharks, venomous banded sea kraits, and colliding with a salt water crocodile in an underwater cave. Mary has snorkeled with whale sharks and humpbacks, and observed tiny muck critters. She has been charged by an elephant, a rhinoceros, and a shark, stung by a deadly box jelly, and stepped on a rattlesnake. Jumping out of an airplane and bungee jumping are only a few of her adrenaline rushes.

Challenges include overcoming her fear of learning to scuba dive and taking her first solo airplane flight. Mary bicycled from the Grand Canyon to Nogales, five hundred miles, not knowing how to shift the gears of her bike. Not satisfied with her performance, she returned the following year to prove her mettle. There were emergency landings in her Cessna T-210, getting lost in the Rockies, having her brakes catch on fire in Mexico.

Mary has traveled to all seven continents, but not on a cruise ship. This book is neither a travelogue nor a guidebook. Sleeping Around is an inspirational biography of a unique woman, one who has led an extraordinary life.

A wife of 55 years, mother of two, and the granddaughter of an Arizona pioneer family, she has given her time back to her Tucson community by raising millions of dollars for worthwhile projects.

This book may read like fiction, but it is real—an incredible story that you won’t want to miss. Dozens of colored photographs will draw you into each adventure. Sleeping Around is a page-turner for teens to seniors, anglers, scuba divers, bicycle riders, armchair travelers, fellow adrenaline junkies. http://www.peachin.com

Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/127112/winterizing-comfort-zone-challenges-dig-it-with-kids

December 02, 2020

It’s been a busy year. Since the onset of the pandemic, every day I have worked many hours to improve my landscape: pruning dead limbs, repairing stairs, rebuilding arches, eradicating weeds, planting new specimens, fertilizing, firescaping, re-seeding, and adding amendments. Cynthia Brian offers thanks for family, friends, health, and her garden as she looks forward to winter. 

Trust but Verify by Karna Small Bodman features a member of The White House staff and an FBI Special Agent who race to unravel an explosive plot. It is one that threatens the lives of international financial leaders and would sink stock market worldwide.

Fraud is on the rise during Covid-19. Find out who are the primary targets, who is doing this, and what can you do to protect yourself and your loved ones.

BIO: KARNA SMALL BODMAN 

Karna Small Bodman is the author of five published international thrillers  (which have hit “#1 in Thrillers” on Amazon). These novels were inspired by the six years she served in The White House. 

When Ronald Reagan was elected President, he named Karna as his Deputy Press Secretary. Later, she switched to foreign policy issues and became Senior Director and Spokesman for the National Security Council where she was the highest-ranking woman on The White House staff.

Her latest novel Trust but Verify, won a silver award winner from the Military Writers Society of America  Her four previous thrillers have all been updated and re-released in print, e-book and audio formats by her publisher.  Karna has given over 350 speeches and interviews around the country. Visit her website: www.karnabodman.com 

Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/126970/trust-but-verify-covid-cons-garden-of-gratitude

November 25, 2020

America is a country of great abundance, yet, everyday most of us complain about the lack in our lives.  Being human means that all of us, regardless of race, religion, economics, politics, or sex, will have difficult times and challenges to overcome. We have created a plan that works for us and we’ll share it with you. It’s called, Thanksgiving is Today. A reading of the Gift of Gratitude from Cynthia’s award-winning book, Be the Star You Are!® is included. www.CynthiaBrian.com/online-store

Building and remodeling are on the rise during the pandemic. Cynthia Brian offers a selection of home design trade secrets that can help you elevate your living space. 

Disasters are happening at an increasing rate. If you are a survivor of a disaster, what are steps you can take to rebuild your life? Hear information you need to get back to normal.

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Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/126877/thanksgiving-and-gratitude-design-trade-secrets-rebuilding-afte

November 18, 2020

As the world turns the leaves on our deciduous trees to reds, ambers, and golds, this is a perfect time to replenish your mulch and enrich your soil. If your garden is small, you can buy bags of amendments at your garden center or hardware store, but if you have a large property, it is best to order a truckload. Discover your nature friends and applaud them as masterpieces. https://www.voiceamerica.com/account/HostEcardService#account-mylibrary

Author of Becoming Lady Washington, Betty Bolte designs the backstory of Martha Washington when George must choose between duty to country and Martha. Compelled to take matters into her own hands, Martha must decide whether to remain where she belongs or go with her husband… no matter what the dangerous future may hold.

Cyberbullying has been on the rise during Covid-19.  According to experts, cyberbullying is up over 70%. What can a parent do to prevent the bullying and provide positive intervention? Find out. 

Bio: Betty Bolte

Bestselling, award-winning author Betty Bolté is known for authentic and accurately researched historical fiction with heart and supernatural romance novels. A lifetime reader and writer, she’s worked as a secretary, freelance word processor, technical writer/editor, and author. She’s been published in essays, newspaper articles/columns, magazine articles, and nonfiction books but now enjoys crafting entertaining and informative fiction, especially stories that bring American history to life. She earned a Master’s Degree in English in 2008, emphasizing the study of literature, and has judged many writing contests for both fiction and nonfiction. She lives in Alabama with her husband and life partner; her cat, Calliope, who is also her writing partner; and her dog and walking partner, Zola. www.bettybolte.com

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Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/126745/soil-and-leaves-becoming-lady-washington-cyberbulling-rising

November 11, 2020

Are you feeling more in touch with Mother Earth as we near the beginning of eight months of stay-at-home mandates because of Covid-19? Or are you feeling antsy, stressed, and out-of-sorts? Retreating to our landscapes was initially a salve to the pain of the corona virus, social unrest, and political nastiness as we encountered improved air quality, quieter skies, and increased bird activity. Vote for decency and respect as you shelter with Mother Nature.

Cynthia Brian interviews retired physician turned novelist, Dr. Sandra Cavallo Miller with her second novel, Where Light Comes and Goes. She describes these novels as "science-based medical adventure”. Her novels brim with accurate medicine, science, and geology. They include outdoor adventure, romance, and mental illness. The protagonist is a young female physician at a clinic on the south rim of the Grand Canyon who is remaking herself as she battles an anxiety condition.

When the world finally returns to “normal”, with or without a vaccine, pundits predict the year could be 2024. It will take that time to recover from political, social, economic, and psychological trauma. There isn’t an early exit from the pain and suffering. Find out what to expect.

Bio: Dr. Sandra Cavallo Miller 

Sandra Cavallo Miller is a retired family physician. After a long career in academic medicine, she now is writing medical novels about contemporary women doctors. Because so little fiction features women physicians outside of CSI/crime scene stories, her mission is to change that. Her books brim with accurate science and medicine, and she enjoys showing the human side while creating an adventurous story. She calls her genre "science-based medical adventure.”As poet and essayist, her work has been published in Pulse: Voices from the Heart of Medicine, Embark, Under the Sun, and JAMA (Journal of the American Medical Association, among others. When not writing, you are likely to find her hiking with a dog, up on a horse, or studying her latest hobby, volcanology. Website: www.skepticalword.com

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Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/126556/sheltering-with-nature-where-light-comes-and-goes-2024

November 04, 2020

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Cynthia Brian continues broadcasting with Wednesdays with Writers and Entertainers as a way to give authors, actors, artists, and creatives a platform to promote their work during the pandemic when their events have been canceled. This outreach is part of Operation Disaster Relief through Be the Star You Are! t01 c3 charity. Make a donation at https://www.bethestaryouare.org

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A conversation about the election with results still to be determined . Who will be in the White House in January? Who will occupy the House and the Senate. No matter who you voted for, voting is our right and obligation as part of democracy of America. Biden is calling for patience in counting the ballots and saying he’ll be a President for all Americans. Trump is already screaming fraud and threatening to take a lawsuit to the Supreme Court. There are sore loser laws. States have protocols in place to prevent frivolous lawsuits for recounts. Candidates do NOT get to say who won. The voters do. Which man is more Presidential?

In 1987, honoring her father’s wishes, author Leslie Sussan, with her young daughter, followed his footsteps to Japan to meet the survivors he had filmed more than 40 years before.  Her book, Choosing Life shares a personal journey to answer a simple, yet not easy life question: what gives some people the strength to choose life when faced with unspeakable horrors? A Hollywood cinematographer before the war, the moment 2nd Lt. Herbert Sussan set foot on Nagasaki soil four months after the bombing; he knew he had to tell the real story hidden within the story the Army wanted him to tell. So horrific was the human aftermath, the Japanese have a word especially for the survivors, hibakusha.  Spending the remainder of his life arguing unsuccessfully for the footage’s release, Sussan’s last wish was that his ashes be scattered at ground zero in Hiroshima. The first-person accounts of the filmmaker and the hibakusha whom he filmed embody compassion and courage and send a message calling for peace across nations and generations.

Bio: Leslie Sussan

This is a story I was born to tell but it took most of my life to do it. Like my father, I was born and raised in New York City. During college in the early 1970s, I was active in the peace and civil rights movements and was one of the founders of the Gray Panthers. My father, Herbert Sussan, filmed the aftermath of the atomic bombings, only to see the footage buried as top secret for decades.  He believed that the American people could only be mobilized to stop nuclear weapons if they fully understood their human meaning in living color. But the years embittered him. As a young person, I saw him as a hypocrite sitting on the wrong side of the generation gap because he did not embrace my activism and oppose the Vietnam War or support my interracial marriage. 

After he became ill with a cancer he attributed to his time in the atom-bombed cities, he began speaking out for the first time. His last wish was that his ashes be scattered at Ground Zero in Hiroshima. I went to Japan in 1987 with my little girl (then 4). I found myself, like my father, deeply drawn to Hiroshima and spent a year there coming to know survivors who remembered being filmed by my father more than 40 years earlier. And, to my surprise, I also came to know who my father was before he was haunted by the images he saw and could not share. It took me thirty more years to find the right way to share the first-person accounts that my father and the hikakusha (the Japanese word for the survivors) had entrusted to me, but now they are available at last for readers as the world commemorates the 75th anniversary of the bombings -- and again faces hard choices about nuclear weapons.

https://hiroshima-choosinglife.com/ 

Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/126410/election-results-life-over-death-teen-cyberbullying

October 28, 2020

During this season, life is about the kids. This is a time of magic, wonder, and things that go bump in the night. Halloween has always been a favorite holiday for most children in the United States but this year, Halloween, the way it has been celebrated for decades, is canceled. 

How about celebrating a nature Halloween?

Right in time to give a final push for the Biden-Harris ticket, Irish author Kathleen Kelley Reardon shares her newest novel, Damned If She Does, as it ”artfully stirs" what Kirkus Reviews describes as a "dangerous cauldron of ambitious scholars." "Informed and searing" in her "takedown of ivory tower politics," Reardon makes us work for answers throughout the "page-turning scenes" of this MeToo whodunit. She writes in her blog, “No use dignifying Trump’s sexist low blows. Better to make him squirm.” 

We confuse our many acquaintances and business associates with "friends." We go for quantity, not quality. True friends are among the most important people in one’s life. Cynthia Brian reads, The Gift of Friendship, from her award winning book, Be the Star You Are!® 99 gifts for Living, Loving, Laughing, and Learning to Make a Difference. When you have such a friend, you have the greatest gift in the world.

Don’t Forget to VOTE for DECENCY and DEMOCRACY!

BIO: Kathleen Kelley Reardon

Kathleen Kelley Reardon, professor, writer and artist, has published ten nonfiction books and two crime mysteries. Her debut novel, Shadow Campus, was described by Forbes as “fast-paced” and a “masterful debut.” Damned If She Does (2020), a Manhattan-based sequel described by Kirkus as “informed and searing,” was selected for their September 2020 “Great Indie Books Worth Discovering.” Kathleen is a member of the Ireland Chapter of the International Women’s Forum. She lives in Schull, West Cork Ireland where the upcoming third book in her crime mystery trilogy takes place.A professor of business and communication, Kathleen has published extensively in journals, magazines, and was a signature front-page blogger with Huffington Post from 2005 to 2016.  Nonfiction can inform fiction - as did her nonfiction writing about challenges women face in hostile workplaces before writing her novels Shadow Campus and Damned If She Does.  www.kathleenkelleyreardon.com

Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/126203/sheltering-with-nature-damned-if-she-does-friendship

October 21, 2020

Time management can be challenging any time, but with the pandemic, working from home, and the stress of all of it, it may feel overwhelming. Cynthia Brian offers tips on how to refresh, be calm, and get your to-do list done.

“Birdnesting” refers to an arrangement where parents alternate time in the family home and take turns being “on duty” with their children while moving toward separation or divorce. The children stay in the home full time, which gives them more time to adapt to changes in the family. Author of  The Parent’s Guide to Birdnesting , Ann Gold Buscho, PhD will show you how to succeed.

Women have already lost a disproportionate number of jobs due to the pandemic. More women, especially mothers, indicate they may have to quit working. This decision has long term consequences. We’ll look at the data surrounding the “double shift”.

Bio: Ann Gold Buscho

Ann Gold Buscho, PhD, is a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in family issues and issues related to divorce, parenting, parenting planning, and co-parenting counseling. She has professional and personal experience in nesting, co-parenting, stepparenting, and single-parenting issues. She works closely with family law professionals to help clients resolve their divorce privately and respectfully. She presents widely at state and national conferences for lawyers, mental health and financial experts on Collaborative Divorce, forgiveness practices, nesting during divorce, and consensual dispute resolution. She co-founded a treatment program for emergency responders where she volunteers regularly. Her husband is a retired police office and psychologist. When not at work, she enjoys her children, grandchildren, hiking, and writing her next book. The Parent’s Guide to Birdnesting is Dr. Buscho’s first book. www.drannbuscho.com

 Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/126117/time-management-birdnesting-women-work-and-covid

October 14, 2020

SAG/AFTRA member Cynthia Brian continues Wednesdays with Writers and Performers on StarStyle® giving authors, actors, artists, and entertainers who have had their live performances and events canceled due to Covid-19 a platform to shine. Find out how brilliant our world talent is right here on StarStyle®-Be the Star You Are!

To grow healthy, nutritional produce, farmers work daily, rain or shine, in every season, to provide city dwellers with sustenance. They get paid when they sell their harvest, yet it only takes one natural disaster to destroy their year-long labors and erase the opportunity for remuneration. Farming is a risky business. Cynthia Brian knows first hand.

If You Tame Me by Kathie Giorgio, is an unlikely combination of iguanas, parakeets, poltergeists and ex-wives, online dating sites and shady movies, a reality TV president and different definitions of feminist, old friends and new friends. The familiar and unfamiliar come together in a romp mixed with heartfelt discussions on serious topics.

Consumers are buying second hand clothing more than ever before. Why? Two reasons: top labels, bargain prices. Major retailers are getting into the game. Find out who, what, where, and why!

Bio: Kathie Giorgio

KATHIE GIORGIO is the author of five novels, two story collections, a collection of essays, and two poetry chapbooks. A full-length poetry collection, No Matter Which Way You Look, There Is More To See, will be released in September 2020. Giorgio’s short stories and poetry have appeared in hundreds of literary magazines and anthologies. She’s been nominated for the Pushcart Prize in fiction and poetry and awarded the Outstanding Achievement Award from the Wisconsin Library Association, the Silver Pen Award for Literary Excellence, the Pencraft Award for Literary Excellence, and the Eric Hoffer Award In Fiction. She is the director and founder of the international creative writing studio, AllWriters’ Workplace & Workshop LLC. She lives in Waukesha, Wisconsin, with her husband, writer Michael Giorgio, her 19-year old daughter Olivia, a neurotic dog named after Ursula LeGuin, a fat cat named Edgar Allen Paw, and a tiny cat named Muse. www.kathiegiorgio.org

Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/125987/risky-business-if-you-tame-me-secondhand

October 07, 2020

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SAG/AFTRA member Cynthia Brian continues Wednesdays with Writers and Performers on StarStyle® giving authors, actors, artists, and entertainers who have had their live performances and events canceled due to Covid-19 a platform to shine. Find out how brilliant our world talent is right here on StarStyle®-Be the Star You Are!

Natural disasters know no boundaries. One never knows if a fire, earthquake, flood, mudslide, or other calamity is on the horizon. It’s imperative to be prepared for all emergencies. Because of climate change and global warming, we can be assured that our future will include more widespread, frequent, devastating, and deadly natural disasters. 

Daring, Dazzling, Divine by Sherry Brier is a collection of interviews, articles, and speeches about women who desired to change their life, overcame obstacles and are living the more fulfilling lives they envisioned. The intention in writing this book is to introduce as many women and girls as possible to WomenRockProject.com, an online library of women’s wisdom to inspire, educate, and motivate women the world over.

The flu is a very contagious disease that usually spreads between October and May. anyone can get the flu but it is especially dangerous for infants, the elderly, and those with a weakened immune system. Find out more about the vaccine and also how to take your blood pressure at home.

BIO: Sherry Brier is a lifelong successful entrepreneur for 30 years who is passionate about inspiring women to reach their highest potential. She is founder and director of WomenRockProject.com, the largest online video library of women’s wisdom to inspire, educate, and motivate. She is an inspirational speaker, female leader, international best seller, and dance instructor, choreographer, company director and concert producer. With a degree in Creative Arts Education, Sherry is the author of Doorway to Ecstasy: A Dancer’s Initiation, a fascinating spiritual adventure and detailed teaching manual of transformational dance and performance.  Her latest  book is DARING, DAZZLING, DIVINE: Secrets to Rock Your Life. http://www.SherryBrier.com

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Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/125822/ready-to-evacuate-daring-dazzling-divine-flu-and-blood-pressure

September 30, 2020

A vivid, page-turning and inspiring re-imagination of the final months of World War II, and the brilliant researchers behind the first atomic bomb, Hannah's War is an unforgettable love story about an exceptional woman, and the dangerous power of her greatest discovery. Film director and author Jan Eliasberg guests on StarStyle® correcting the historical record to enable others to see that “history is filled with remarkable women of towering achievement and of deep humanism.”

Smoke taint is concentrated in the skins of grapes and during fermentation glycosides break down, releasing the volatile phenols and smoky flavors into the wine. The result tastes like licking an ashtray. California has endured endless fires. Cynthia Brian discusses the damage to viticulture and how she is going indoors to make a heritage spaghetti sauce,

The coronavirus has limited gatherings and jaunts for most of the world. While some people obey the mandates, others do not. The virus is still deadly. Cynthia Brian explains the guide for staying safe while we venture out. 

It's flu season and we are still in the midst of a pandemic. The dual threat of contracting the flu and Covid-19 have experts warning of a “twindemic” that could have a big population sick and overwhelm medical workers and hospitals. Find out what you need to know about the flu. Get a flu shot as it’s going to be a season of flu and pandemic. 

Bio: JAN ELIASBERG is an award-winning screenwriter and director. of film and television Her prolific career includes writing and directing dramatic pilots for CBS, NBC, and ABC. She was hand-picked by Michael Mann as the first woman to direct Miami Vice and Wiseguy; as well as countless episodes of TV series, including Thirteen Reasons Why, Bull, Nashville, Parenthood, The Magicians, Blue Bloods, NCIS: Los Angeles, Supernatural, and numerous others; Her debut feature film Past Midnight, starred Paul Giamatti, the late Natasha Richardson, and the late Rutger Hauer. Throughout her tenure as a celebrated screenwriter, Eliasberg has written films driven by strong female leads, including Fly Girls about the Women Air Service Pilots in World War II for Nicole Kidman and Cameron Diaz. Eliasberg received her B.A. from Wesleyan University, Magna Cum Laude, and holds MFAs from the Yale School of Drama in Directing and the MFA Program for Writers at Warren Wilson in Fiction. A native New Yorker, Eliasberg currently lives in New York City. https://janeliasberg.com

Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/125685/hannahs-war-smoke-taint-and-spaghetti-sauce-flu-and-safely-re-beginning

September 23, 2020

Humans owe our lives to the ocean. Marine life produces 70% of or oxygen and almost 50% of the world depends on food from the sea. But the ocean is dying. We are harvesting fish faster than they can regenerate, and climate change is causing an irreversible damage. Cynthia Brian will look at how we can preserve the ecosystem for our survival.

Russian Supermodel Eugenia Kuzmina is also an actress and comedian. Kuzmina has appeared on the covers of and in the pages of Vogue, Marie Claire, Cosmopolitan, British GQ, W, Elle, Self, Shape, Genlux, Nylon, Glamour, Grazia, Harper’s Bazaar (Europe), Oyster, Paper and countless other publications. She’ll talk about moving to America, launching an acting career, and her foray into comedy.

Are teens being irresponsible because they ignore mandates regarding Covid-19 or is there a neurobiological issue in their brain giving them a craving to socialize without precautions? It may not be a valid argument for being unsafe, but we’ll investigate the science behind the theory. 

Bio: Eugenia Kuzmina is a Russian-American actress, comedian, and model. Her father was a renowned nuclear physicist, who was one of the first responders to the Chernobyl disaster. Her mother is a former scientist and a housewife. Eugenia grew up on food lines in Post Soviet time. She was training to be a professional ice skater when at 13 years old she was pulled out from a group of kids in her school to appear in a Russian version of SNL "Eralash." She was then cast to appear in Chuck Norris film, but couldn't leave the country due to visa issues. After appearing in commercials for Coca Cola, L'Oréal and Wrigleys in Moscow, for which she was paid more than her scientist dad, she was noticed by a scout at Nathalie Models Europe. She signed a contract and moved to Paris at 15 to work with such brands as Cartier, Dior, Armani, Hermes, Loreal, Vogue among many others.Eugenia is very passionate about comedy and writes and performs Stand Up regularly at The Comedy Store and The Laugh Factory. Her other hobbies include motorcycles, doing her own stunts, languages (French, Portuguese) , and supporting environmental causes around the world. Kuzmina resides in Los Angeles with her husband Bill Block ( Miramax CEO )and three children.   https://www.modelmom.tv/

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Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/125490/saving-the-ocean-supermodel-eugenia-kuzmina-teens-and-covid

September 16, 2020

SAG/AFTRA member Cynthia Brian continues Wednesdays with Writers and Performers on StarStyle® giving authors, actors, artists, and entertainers who have had their live performances and events canceled due to Covid-19 a platform to shine. Find out how brilliant our world talent is right here on StarStyle®-Be the Star You Are!®

Dreaming the Marsh is an environmental fable that is uniquely Floridian by Elizabeth McCulloch. Mother Nature has had enough and a day of reckoning is coming, foretold by words that mysteriously appear on the side of a shiny new building.

If you’ve been sheltering mostly at home for the past six months, you are probably getting wanderlust. But before you travel anywhere, you need to do your homework. And it’s a good idea to buy travel insurance that will include specifications for Covid-19.

Between the brutal pandemic, perverse politics, sizzling heat, and suffocating smoke, we all have a reason to despair. Now more than ever, we need large doses of humor, hope, and healing. Let’s employ kindness and empathy for one another as we prepare for planting autumn bulbs and seeds. This is the season to start making a list of what you want to grow for the forthcoming months.

Bio: Elizabeth McCulloch

Elizabeth McCulloch was born in Buenos Aires, Argentina, and lived in New England, the Midwest, Canada, and the South before putting down roots and finding her home in Gainesville, Florida. Previously a lawyer, then a teacher, she has had children of various stripes: one born, two foster, one step, and the granddaughter she is now raising with her husband. She has long been an activist on poverty issues, and for eighteen years helped run a homeless outreach van and food pantry. Elizabeth has been writing and seeking publication for over thirty years. At her website, elizabethmccullochauthor.com, she has two illustrated blogs. The Feminist Grandma contains personal essays on friends, family, aging and whatever delights or irks her. In Big Books from Small Presses she primarily reviews books which are not well-known. Dreaming the Marsh is her first novel.

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Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/125489/dreaming-the-marsh-travel-insurance-during-covid-19-planting-for-fall

September 09, 2020

SAG/AFTRA member Cynthia Brian continues Wednesdays with Writers and Performers on StarStyle® giving authors, actors, artists, and entertainers who have had their live performances and events canceled due to Covid-19 a platform to shine. Find out how brilliant our world talent is right here on StarStyle®-Be the Star You Are!®

Today is the 21st Anniversary of Be the Star You Are!® charity receiving its 501 c3 designation. On 9/9/99 Be the Star You Are!® launched its first programs for literacy although it had been working a for a year previous through another nonprofit. Find out all of the good that this small grassroots charity has done for women, families, and youth around the world. Congratulations to all of the volunteers and supporters for being part of this generous organization of empowerment. 

The Magical Universe of the Ancients: A Desert Journal illustrates in photographs and words the distant past and the wild and stunning vistas of the present. The mysteries of this ancient land and its peoples inspired Julie Weston and Gerry Morrison to journey into the desert over a period of years seeking the geology, the ruins, the rock art, and answers to their questions.

It's flu season and we are still in the midst of a pandemic. The dual threat of contracting the flu and Covid-19 have experts warning of a “twindemic” that could have a big population sick and overwhelm medical workers and hospitals. Find out what you need to know about the flu.

How do masks fight Covid-19? Masks have become a symbol of partisan politics as well as the acknowledgment that life as we knew it is gone. Are masks effective? Who do they protect? Why is something so small so controversial? What kind of mask is best? Wearing a mask is not a sign of weakness but a sign of caring. If we want to overcome this virus, we have to all be in this together for the better good. Wear a mask when in public, PLEASE! 

Bio: Julie Weston’s publications include three mysteries set in 1920s Idaho and a memoir of place about an Idaho mining town. Her awards include Honorable Mention in the 2009 Idaho Book of the Year Award, the 2017 WILLA Literary Award for Historical Fiction, the 2019 Idaho Writers Conference Non-fiction Memoir Competition Winner, and the 2019 Bronze Foreword INDIES Award for Mystery.    www.Julieweston.com Gerry Morrison’s photographs have been published on book covers and in magazines. He states: “I strive to capture moments when light is painting a scene in a unique or attractive way. Landscapes, people, still life or flowers come to life with light, and that is why I photograph.” For this book, Gerry used a large format Linhof Technica 4x5, a Hasselblad 2-1/4, a Leicaflex R6, and a Nikon digital camera. www.gerrymorrisonphotography.com   https://Bigwoodbooks.com ,https://MagicalUniverseoftheAncients.com 

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Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/125350/21st-anniversary-of-be-the-star-you-are-magical-universe-of-the-ancients-masking

September 02, 2020

SAG/AFTRA member Cynthia Brian continues Wednesdays with Writers and Performers on StarStyle® giving authors, actors, artists, and entertainers who have had their live performances and events canceled due to Covid-19 a platform to shine. Find out how brilliant our world talent is right here on StarStyle®-Be the Star You Are!

Our dogs watch us eat and they may be inclined to want to join the party. Use caution and knowledge when feeding your canine anything but dog food. Goddess Gardener, Cynthia Brian, romps with Rover through the garden with tips on how to create compost, dry herbs, and keep our pooches safe. 

A sweeping Jazz Age tale of regret, ambition, and redemption inspired by true events, Etiquette for Runaways by debut novelist Liza Nash Taylor includes the Great Moonshine Conspiracy Trial of 1935 and Josephine Baker’s 1925 Paris debut in Le Revue Nègre.

More people are unemployed today than in the last 100 years. Businesses are taking extreme measures to ride out what is expected to be a long haul. How can we join forces to build a healthy, sustainable world?

Bio:  Liza Nash Taylor

Liza Nash Taylor was a 2018 Hawthornden International Fellow and received an MFA from Vermont College of Fine Arts the same year. She was the 2016 winner of the San Miguel Writer’s Conference Fiction Prize. Her work has appeared in Gargoyle Magazine; Deep South, and others. ETIQUETTE FOR RUNAWAYS is her first novel. A second will follow in 2021.  A native Virginian, she lives in Keswick with her husband and dogs, in an old farmhouse which serves as a setting for her novels. lizanashtaylor.com

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Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/125138/dog-days-etiquette-for-runaways-not-usual-business

August 26, 2020

SAG/AFTRA member Cynthia Brian continues Wednesdays with Writers and Performers on StarStyle® giving authors, actors, artists, and entertainers who have had their live performances and events canceled due to Covid-19 a platform to shine. Find out how brilliant our world talent is right here on StarStyle®-Be the Star You Are!®

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The air quality in California because of the fires is worse than in New Delhi. The concentration of the tiny particles (PM2.5) is roughly five times the daily average limit set by the EPA. Healthy people are reporting bloody noses, difficulty breathing, and headaches. Stay indoors with the windows shut and fans circulating. Poor air quality, particularly during wildfire season, is one of the most important environmental issues facing the state of California.

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As with all utility bills, it’s easy to pay automatically then forget it. But you may be paying too much for too little. Review your plan at least twice yearly to make sure you are making use of current deals and your current usage. 

A Scandal at Crystalline by Roslyn Reid is a darkly funny mystery novel. It reveals the sinister side of raku pottery and kicks off a series of quirky mysteries set in Maine, featuring Black private detective James Early and his teenage son Tikki.

When you make an appointment to speak with your physician by phone, tablet, or computer, the visit is called “telemedicine”. Although it’s been available for a few years, Covid-19 has made telemedicine a safer way to interact with health care providers. Will it become routine? 

Bio: Author Roslyn Reid lives with her corgi, Great Pyrenees, and husband in Maine, where she gardens, lifts weights, hikes, and renovates houses. Her articles have been featured in Llewellyn’s annual almanacs for almost two decades (with reprint requests) and in publications such as Dalraida, a Celtic heritage magazine based in Scotland. She was 4th runner-up in "The Mentalist" (TV show) Writers’ 2013 InternationalPhoto/Caption Contest. In 2014, Down East, "The Magazine of Maine," ran some of her blurbs, and a local newspaper requested an article. Other writers have quoted her in such diverse stories as “What Is Derren Brown’s #Miracle?”, a Spotify short story by Jason Edge; and the Daytona News-Journal

Online’s Storify piece, “Bike Week 2016.” amazon.com/author/roslynreid

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Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/124975/phoneinternet-savings-scandal-at-crystalline-telemedicine

August 19, 2020

SAG/AFTRA member Cynthia Brian continues Wednesdays with Writers and Performers on StarStyle® giving authors, actors, artists, and entertainers who have had their live performances and events canceled due to Covid-19 a platform to shine. Find out how brilliant our world talent is right here on StarStyle®-Be the Star You Are!

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California is on Fire. PRAY for the fire fighters and everyone who is in danger. As of today, 367 fires are out of control due to the lightning strike. The farm where Cynthia Brian grew up has flames on the hill. Climate change is real and so perilous. For info on creating an emergency plan, visit https://www.bethestaryouare.org/copy-of-operation-hurricane-disaste

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Want to get fit, stay cool, and have fun? Dive into a routine of swimming and you will lower stress, sleep well, and have a toned, healthy body. And you don’t have to swim for miles. Find out more. 

With a historian's gift for dogged research and a writer's eye for detail, Julieta Almeida Rodrigues brings to life the trajectories of two colorful eighteenth century characters, Eleanora Fonseca Pimentel and Joseph Correia da Serra in her historical novel, Eleonora and Joseph. Passion, Tragedy, and Revolution in the Age of Enlightenment. Lovers of historical fiction will enjoy their separate but entwined stories as they play out against the crumbling Neapolitan Republic. 

August will be a sizzling month. Make sure you and your garden stay hydrated. Enjoy the fruits, vegetables, and flowers that like it hot. Goddess Gardener Cynthia Brian talks about summer harvests and keeping your garden alive in the heat.  Stay cool and enjoy a summer afternoon of hot, hot, hot!

Bio: Julieta Almeida Rodrigues

Julieta Almeida Rodrigues’ debut novel is titled Eleonora and Joseph: Passion, Tragedy, and Revolution in the Age of Enlightenment (New Academia Publishing). She is the author of Hora Crepuscular/Drawing Dusk/La Hora Crepuscular, The Rogue and Other Portuguese Stories, and On the Way to Red SquareNovelist Julieta Almeida Rodrigues has lived a life of broad and varied adventures that positions her well to write this story. Following the strong tradition of Portuguese female writers, she brings to her novel Eleonora and Joseph her experience of both the 1974 revolution in Portugal and her life in diplomatic circles around the world. The life of Joseph Correia da Serra has been the subject of biographies in Portuguese, while his contacts with Thomas Jefferson deserve to be explored in English. In addition, Eleonora Fonseca Pimentel’s narration from prison is a striking frame from which to foreground issues of passion, patriarchy, inequality, slavery, and struggles for female independence. https://www.julietaalmeidarodriguesauthor.com/

Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/124936/benefits-of-swimming-eleonora-and-joseph-hot-hot-hot

August 12, 2020

SAG/AFTRA member Cynthia Brian continues Wednesdays with Writers and Performers on StarStyle® giving authors, actors, artists, and entertainers who have had their live performances and events canceled due to Covid-19 a platform to shine. Find out how brilliant our world talent is right here on StarStyle®-Be the Star You Are!

Debut novel for Carrie Hayes, Naked Truth or Equality, the Forbidden Fruit is based on the little known, but true story of Victoria Woodhull, the first woman who ran for U.S. President. The challenges the U.S.A. is wrestling with today are the same challenges the country faced 150 years ago.

How can you help your kids become financially literate? The sooner you teach your children about money, budgeting, investing, and saving, the more successful they will be. Tips from Schwab introduce the value of money management from toddlers to adults. 

If an emergency happens when you are outdoors, do you know what to do? Using common sense is a good first step, but sometimes what seems smart may be deadly. Cynthia Brian offers emergency hacks including how to make a tourniquet to soothing jellyfish stings. 

Bio Carrie Hayes

Over the years, Carrie has tried a lot of things. She’s sold vacuum cleaners, annuities and sofas. She’s lived at the beach and lived in Europe. She’s taught school and worked in film. For a while, she was an aspiring librarian, but she fell in love and threw her life away instead. Back in the States, she started over, and met an architect who said, “Why don’t you become a kitchen designer?” So, she did. Eventually she designed interiors, too.  And all that time, she was reading. What mattered was having something to read. Slowly, she realized her craving for books sprang from her need to know how things would turn out. Because in real life, you don’t know how things will turn out. But if you write it, you do. Naked Truth or Equality the Forbidden Fruit is her first book. www.carriehayes.net

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Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/124733/youth-financial-literacy-the-naked-truth-emergency-hacks

August 05, 2020

SAG/AFTRA member Cynthia Brian continues Wednesdays with Writers and Performers on StarStyle® giving authors, actors, artists, and entertainers who have had their live performances and events canceled due to Covid-19 a platform to shine. Find out how brilliant our world talent is right here on StarStyle®-Be the Star You 

MIGHTY OAK tells the story of Gina (Janel Parrish, “Pretty Little Liars,” To All The Boys I’ve Loved Before), a band manager who struggles after losing her brother/lead singer (Levi Dylan, 12 Mighty Orphans) in a fatal car accident while traveling to a gig.  A decade later, Gina meets a 10-year-old music prodigy named Oak, played by newcomer Tommy Ragen, a real-life prodigy whose music inspired the screenplay.  Oak seems to possess the same qualities as Gina’s late brother, inspiring her to pull her life back together and try to reunite the band with Oak as its new front man. Directed by Sean McNamara (Soul Surfer), guests to be interviewed by Cynthia Brian include Tommy Ragen (Andrew Lloyd Webber’s School of Rock Broadway Musical), Rodney Hicks (Rent, Come From Away) Gianna Harris (Andrew Lloyd Webber’s School of Rock Broadway Musical), and Ben Milliken (Bosch, Blue Crush  www.mightyoakthemovie.com

Official Trailer: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=ba40pACGBZ0

At a turbulent time in America, when personal connections are fleeting and shared values rare, award-winning journalist and author Jo Giese offers uplifting lessons in old-fashioned civility in her memoir, Never Sit If You Can Dance: Lessons from My Mother. The lessons are wisdom from a mother of the 20th century for a daughter in the 21st century. www.jogiese.com

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Bio: Tommy Ragen

Tommy Ragen is a 12 year old musician, songwriter, producer, and actor. He has released three albums “9, Rocket, and Heart Emoji”. He played the lead role of “Oak” in the Paramount Pictures movie Mighty Oak. Mighty Oak features eight original songs co-written by Tommy and Caroline Corn. He was, also, a cast member on the First National Broadway Tour of The School Of Rock the Musical.

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Bio: Rodney Hicks

Rodney is a longtime New Yorker, originally from Philly who now resides in Colorado. He is an Award winning Black Gay Male Artist. His play FLAME BROiLED had its World Premiere at Local Theater Company in Boulder, CO in the Fall of 2019. The play was awarded the 2019 Eulipions Fund on behalf of The Denver Foundation. Previous versions of his plays MS. PEARL’S CABARET and JUST PRESS SAVE were a 2019 and 2018 Semi-Finalist for the Eugene O’Neill Theater Conference.,respectively. Rodney was last seen on Broadway as Bob & Others in Come From Away; Clarence Norris in The Scottsboro Boys, Peter in Jesus Christ Superstar (2000 Revival) and the Original Cast of RENT. He currently has a supporting role in the newly released Paramount Studios film ‘Mighty Oak’ at Drive in’s and movie theaters. Rodney is a peace and love practitioner/meditator as well as a playwright and actor. www.rodneyhicks.net/ Follow on instagram: @rodneyhickshere Facebook: Rodney Hicks     

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Bio: Gianna Harris

Gianna Harris is a 15 year old singer, musician, actor and dancer. She plays the guitar, piano, bass and ukulele. Gianna discovered her love for performing in 2015 and as an amateur she performed at MSG during the Knicks half-time show and Apollo Theater. Gianna's professional career started in March of 2016 when she got her first big role in Andrew Lloyd Weber's School of Rock on Broadway. In 2017 she graduated from Broadway and joined the touring company of School of Rock. Her most recent role is Emma Biggs in Mighty Oak. When Gianna is not acting she is either writing and recording music, reading or riding her skateboard. Her favorite color is lavender and her favorite dessert is choc chip cookies. Gianna is a huge advocate and voice for Mental Health Awareness and LQBTQ+ Equality. Insta: @thegiannaharris

Bio: Ben Milliken

Born in Manchester, England, Ben was raised in Bilgola Beach located on Sydney's Northern Beaches. Ben, then moved to Los Angeles where we quickly began landing roles in multiple film and television projects, including Universal's "Blue Crush 2". Most recently, Ben landed a role in season 5 of Amazon's hit show “Bosch”.   www.mightyoakthemovie.com

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Bio: Sean McNamara

Sean Patrick McNamara is an Irish-American writer, director and producer of the break out hit “Soul Surfer” (Tri-Star Pictures). “Spare Parts” from the Wired Magazine article “La Vida Robot” (Lionsgate), “The Moon and the Sun” (Paramount Pictures), “Raise Your Voice” (New Line Cinema), “Hoovey,” “Field Of Lost Shoes” and many more Feature Films and Television shows have been Helmed and produced by Sean. He is the director of Mighty Oak. www.mightyoakthemovie.com

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Bio: Jo Giese

Jo Giese is an award-winning radio journalist, author, teacher, community activist, and former TV reporter. As a special correspondent, she was part of the Peabody Award–winning team at Marketplace, the most popular business program in America. At Marketplace she won an EMMA for Exceptional Radio Story from the National Women’s Political Caucus and a GRACIE from the Foundation of American Women in Radio. She has contributed to Ira Glass’s This American Life and is the author of A Woman’s Path (St. Martin’s Press) and The Good Food Compendium (Doubleday). She has written for many top publications, including The New York Times, the Los Angeles Times, Vogue, the LA Weekly, European Travel & Life, BARK, Montana Outdoors, and The Malibu Times. An intrepid and enthusiastic world traveler, Jo has visited more than 50 plus countries. She lives in Southern California and Bozeman, Montana, with her husband, Ed Warren. www.jogiese.com, Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/authorjogiese/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/giesejo/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/jogiese7

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Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: 

https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/124732/cast-of-paramount-film-mighty-oak-and-author-jo-giese

July 29, 2020

Creative Intelligence Coach and Founder of Epic Vision Zone, Jane Applegath, joins Cynthia Brian to discuss how she brings role models to her summits to inspire others to become trailblazers. Jane says that by choosing creativity, we plant the seed for a new kind of trailblazer.  The more the ability to imagine solutions with novelty, the brighter our world becomes. Cynthia Brian was guest on the Epic Vision Vummit, https://vimeo.com/428857323/666eee51a8

For many months employees who used to report to company headquarters have been working from home. Will this be the new normal in this age of technology? 

According to a Gallup poll, 3 in 5 workers in the US who were doing their jobs from home want to continue to work remotely. How can you convince your boss that you’ll be productive? 

Do you know how to identify ticks? There are three types of ticks in the United States that bite humans. These bloodsuckers can cause serious diseases. Learn what protection to wear and how to check yourself. 

Bio: Jane Applegath

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Creative Intelligence Coach. Researcher. Founder- Epic Vision Zone where extraordinary role models inspire others to follow in their footsteps. In choosing creativity, we plant the seed for a new kind of trailblazer.  The more the ability to imagine solutions with relevance and novelty, the brighter our world becomes.

Jane teaches creative mastery and inspire others, mostly women, to share their influence and experience on the Epic Vision Zone, an online TV show featuring women (and men) who are re-imagining and re-inventing their lives, careers and businesses. They are the creatives, the disruptors, and the courageous entrepreneurs walking fully in their Epic Life Story. It’s not where do we go from here. It’s how far do we imagine we can go from wherever we are.   www.JaneApplegath.com

Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/124562/epic-vision-zone-telecommuting-tick-tick

July 22, 2020

SAG/AFTRA member Cynthia Brian continues Wednesdays with Writers and Performers on StarStyle® giving authors, actors, artists, and entertainers who have had their live performances and events canceled due to Covid-19 a platform to shine. Find out how brilliant our world talent is right here on StarStyle®-Be the Star You Are!®

Kathleen Kalb, author of A FATAL FINALE, introduces swashbuckling Gilded Age opera singer Ella Shane, best described as part Beverly Sills, part Anne of Green Gables, and part Errol Flynn, as the first book in her new historical mystery series.

Are we wired for happiness? With civil unrest combined with the pandemic, loss of jobs, travel freezes, and an uncertain future, it may be challenging to see the rainbow at the end of the storm. Research indicates that happiness is wired in our genes and we may need that joy now. 

Grow a diversity of plants, eliminate pesticides, herbicides, and insecticides to attract beneficial insects, birds, spiders, reptiles, and numerous other guardians of our garden galaxy. Goddess Gardener, Cynthia Brian provides info on the basic needs for food, habitat, water, and shelter, so that you will enjoy increased outdoor amusement while learning an appreciation of nature.

Bio:

Kathleen Marple Kalb grew up in front of a microphone, and a keyboard. She’s now a weekend morning anchor at 1010 WINS New York, capping a career begun as a teenage DJ in Brookville, Pennsylvania. She worked her way up through newsrooms in Pittsburgh, Vermont and Connecticut, developing her skills and a deep and abiding distaste for snowstorms. While she wrote her first (thankfully unpublished) historical novel at age sixteen, fiction was firmly in the past until her son started kindergarten and she tried again. She, her husband the Professor, and their son the Imp, live in a Connecticut house owned by their cat. https://kathleenmarplekalb.com/

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Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/124450/fatal-finale-happiness-garden-guardians

July 15, 2020

Rudyard Kipling once said that words are “the most powerful drug use by mankind”—the words by author Allen Klein (aka “Mr. Jollytologist”®) in his book  Positive Thoughts for Troubling Times are the prescription for a daily dose of positive inspiration you can live by in these challenging times. Words can warm our hearts and fire us up or calm us down when we are worried and stressed. Renew your spirit and find comfort in this lively conversation.

Abundance is not about acquiring a luxury house, a fancy car, expensive clothes, and a jet-set lifestyle. Abundance is about feeling that there is enough in life for everyone. The world is a place of emotional and spiritual plenty. Cynthia Brian shares The Gift of Abundance from Be the Star You Are! 99 Gifts for Living, Loving, Laughing, and Learning to Make a Difference.

What will our world like post pandemic?  Will we be wearing masks everywhere, fixated on cleanliness, stop going to the theatre? What will be the new normal? There is no predicting what the future holds but staying home may still be the safe zone!

BIO: Allen Klein

Allen Klein is an award-winning author and speaker who shows audience’s worldwide how to use humor and positive thinking to deal with life’s not-so-funny stuff. He is a recipient of a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Association for Applied Therapeutic Humor as well as a Toastmaster’s Communication and Leadership Award. In addition, he is also the  author of 31 books including 

The Healing Power of Humor, You Can’t Ruin My Day, Embracing Life After Loss, Positive Thoughts for Troubling Times, and The Lighten Up Book. And, he is a TEDx presenter on the power of intention. (http://tinyurl.com/z4hfsx5)                                                                                  

Comedian Jerry Lewis has said that Klein is “a noble and vital force watching over the human condition.” www.allenklein.com

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Listen at the Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/124349/positive-thoughts-for-troubling-times-embrace-abundance-after-the-pandemic

July 08, 2020

Thiago Desouza recently interviewed Cynthia Brian about designing a life on his podcast, Business Access. (https://business-access-by-tdimage.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-4-cynthia-brian?t=0m0s) The company then created three short videos for Be the Star You Are!® charity. Impressed with Thiago’s dedication and authenticty, Cynthia Brian  interviews Thiago focusing on his unique company, TDimage, a digital services company that develops true partnerships with clients creating cost-efficient and effective digital, television, multi-platform media campaigns. 

This year will be a year like no other highlighted by the frightening health pandemic and sorrowful civil unrest. It’s time to listen, re-evaluate, and educate ourselves. Connecting with the natural world is one prescription for finding healing and balance. Goddess Gardener, Cynthia Brian is pivoting to her garden. What’s your planet pivot?

We have the choice of being positive or negative despite the circumstances. We can’t control what happens to us but we can control how we respond. Self-care, breathing, exercise and attitude adjustments go a long way to helping us be happier and healthier. Lifestyle coach Cynthia Brian shares a few tips to bring more balance into your daily life.

Bio: Thiago Desouza

Thiago Desouza is a CEO and Creative Director with a decade of successful experience in lifestyle and industrial marketing and production projects. Specializing in creative solutions that creates opportunity and growth for various businesses and professionals. A strong believer in the power of positive communication in the workplace, Thiago is truly focused on long term relationships with his clientele and business partners. He believes that his vast experience in video production, storytelling and academic studies in Motion Picture and Television, have developed uniqueness in providing results when it comes to his clients. Every client has their own story to tell no matter what platform it’s seen on. Thiago enjoys family time whether it’s a simple walk to a crazy adventure for new experiences. www.tdimagenow.com/

Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/124210/tdimage-media-pivot-for-the-planet-adjusting-our-attitude

July 01, 2020

As part of our Operation Disaster Relief Outreach Program, StarStyle® continues to feature Wednesdays with Writers  celebrating new authors who have had their personal appearances canceled because of Covid-19.

Wednesdays with Writers continues with Paty Jager’s newest novel, Fox Goes Hunting. While teaching a tracking class at a Search and Rescue conference in Iceland, Oregon State Trooper Gabriel Hawke discovers the body of the young man who volunteered to be tracked in a boiling mud pool.

It’s challenging to stay healthy and manage our stress especially during these very difficult times. We don’t have control and that is scary. Gain a few tips to keep up upbeat, positive, and well.

Having sheltered at home for months, many people found solace in purging, decluttering, and organizing. But in a pandemic, where do you dispose of your unwanted stuff, whether it be valuable or junk? We’ll look at ways to efficiently clean and shine as well as ways to sell, consign, or get rid of what you don’t want. 

Bio: Paty Jager is an award-winning author of 44 novels, 8 novellas, and numerous anthologies of murder mystery and western romance. All her work has Western or Native American elements in them along with hints of humor and engaging characters. Paty and her husband raise alfalfa hay in rural eastern Oregon. Riding horses and battling rattlesnakes, she not only writes the western lifestyle, she lives it. This is what Books a Plenty Book Reviews has to say about the Gabriel Hawke series: "The blend of nature tracking, clues, and the animals makes for a fascinating mystery that is hard to put down." Website: http://www.patyjager.net

Blog: https://writingintothesunset.net/

FB Page:  https://www.facebook.com/PatyJagerAuthor/

Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Paty-Jager/e/B002I7M0VK

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/patyjag/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/patyjag

Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/1005334.Paty_Jager

Newsletter- Mystery: https://bit.ly/2IhmWcm

Bookbub - https://www.bookbub.com/authors/paty-jager

Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/124087/fox-goes-hunting-managing-anxiety-organizing-and-decluttering

June 24, 2020

The Same Moon, Mental Health with Covid-19, Polio & Covid-19

Sometimes you have to run far, far away to find your way home.

Recently wed—and quickly divorced—twenty-four-year-old Sarah Coomber escapes the disappointments of her Minnesota life for a job teaching English in Japan. What she finds when she gets there is far from what she expected, but it just might be exactly what she needs. Cynthia Brian interviews Sarah about her memoir, The Same Moon.

Many of us have sheltered-in-place for more than three months. People are dealing with social isolation, anxiety about health, and financial worries. What have been the mental and emotional effects of living with the threat of Covid-19. Go ahead and share your sadness about what you miss. It will unburden and free you.

The media compares the Covid-19 crisis to the Spanish Flu Epidemic of 1918. A Time Magazine article linked it more to the the beginning of the 1916 polio epidemic that preferred the hot months of summer to inflict its havoc. A vaccine wasn’t successful for polio until 39 years later in 1955. Hopefully we don’t have to wait that long for a Covid-19 vaccine. 

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Bio Sarah Coomber:

Sarah Coomber grew up on the Minnesota/North Dakota border, where she was fascinated by the stories of local refugees, international students and her grandfather, who spent years in Tanzania.

She writes of her own cross-cultural adventures, including The Same Moon, her memoir of Japan. She also has shared the stories of hundreds of other people in her work as a newspaper reporter, public relations professional and science writer.

Sarah earned her MA in mass communication from the University of Minnesota and MFA in creative nonfiction from Eastern Washington University. She has taught English in Japan and writing at the college level, and currently teaches yoga, integrating prayer, meditation and movement.

Sarah lives with her husband, son and the family pets in Washington state, where the topography and climate remind her of her other hometown across the ocean. https://sarahcoomber.com/

Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/124085/the-same-moon-mental-health-with-covid-19-polio-and-covid-19

June 17, 2020

Nothing says summer gathering chic and casual than wearing an aloha shirt. The precise origins are unknown, but commercial success began with celebrities wearing this Hawaiian fashion in the 1930’s. We can all use a little aloha. Wear yours today.

We are living through a frightening, complicated international crisis. If we have learned any lesson from history, it is that we can win the victory when we work together with empathy, caring, and intelligence. It’s time to plant a Victory Garden in every household, urban, suburban, and rural. Growing even a portion of our own food will help us be healthier while creating a more sustainable lifestyle. Goddess Gardener shows you a simple way to get started.

With the warmer days, it’s time for a home tune-up. What maintenance needs to be done on your house? Fix doors, windows, decks, etc? Get a list so that you can start working to improve your home for all seasons. 

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June 10, 2020

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Wednesdays with Writers continue with author Victor Pollak and his book, Saving the Light at Chartres: How the Great Cathedral and its Stained-Glass Treasures Were Rescued during World War II . The book describes the rescue of the cathedral’s famous stained-glass windows as the war began and the career of Welborn B. Griffith, Jr., the DSC-awarded American Army Colonel who is credited with having saved the cathedral in August 1944 a few hours before his death, a courageous man little known to Americans but honored annually by the citizens of Chartres.

A mission of Be the Star You Are!® charity is to increase literacy and encourage the love of books. What a perfect time to start a family book club and involve the kids in a pastime that will benefit them forever. Cynthia Brian provides a few tips on how to make reading fun and reads the chapter, The Gift of Reading from Be the Star You Are! for Teens.

With the impact of Covid-19, young people are confused on how the admission process will be. Counselors are confused, there are online testing glitches, and it’s challenging to plan. We have o stay optimistic and keep conducting online research to keep informed. 

Bio: Victor A. Pollak, an attorney in private practice for more than thirty years, has received continuing professional recognition. He was born in Illinois to a father who had emigrated from Austria in 1938 and a mother who had grown up in Detroit as one of seven daughters of Hungarian immigrants. As a boy in the 1950s, Pollak lived for a year in Vienna with his parents, brother and sister.  He graduated from Antioch College, Loyola University Chicago School of Law, and Pacific University (MFA in Writing). He has traveled widely in Europe, including France. As a lawyer in Chicago, he also co-chaired a practice group that opened American law offices in Eastern Europe, including Warsaw (1990) and Prague (1991). He divides his time between Tucson and Salt Lake City. http://victorpollak.net

LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/victor-pollak-2aa14b/

Twitter: @VictorPollak

Amazon author’s page: https://www.amazon.com/author/victorpollak

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Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/123790/saving-the-light-at-chartres-reading-love-prepping-for-college-admissions

June 03, 2020

Wednesdays with Writers continues with Embracing the Magic Within, an empowering book written to remind us of the power we each behold by author Shelly Wilson. Through positivity, inspiration, words of wisdom and personal stories, Shelly aims to assist us with acknowledging this magical energy, so that we can create and truly live a life we love.

For the foreseeable future, we are all grounded, but we don’t have to endure a perpetual Groundhog Day. Expand the quality of daily living by proposing the joys of gardening and being one with nature to your children, teens, and community. Go outside, meander, and explore with gardening activities suggested by Goddess Gardener Cynthia Brian. 

When the pandemic ends, workers will be seeking new jobs or even new careers. Many previous jobs will now be telecommuting and digital work will be the norm. Find out what skills you can gain now to be ready for the new workforce. 

BIO: Shelly Wilson is an author, intuitive medium and conscious creator who is passionate about helping people wake up to their greatness. She supports others as they navigate their own journey into consciousness to experience aliveness. She offers private sessions, intuitive coaching, small business coaching, Reiki sessions and teaches workshops. Shelly’s books, 28 Days to a New YOU, Connect to the YOU Within and Journey into Consciousness, are available in paperback and eBook. She is also the creator of Journey into Consciousness: Cards of Empowerment. Shelly’s newest book, Embracing the Magic Within, and accompanying Clarity Cards are now available. www.ShellyRWilson.com

Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/123663/embracing-the-magic-within-family-garden-activities-preparing-for-a-new-job

May 27, 2020

Wednesdays with Writers continues to offer you just published books by authors during this Covid 19 Crisis.

After being cocooned for weeks, wearing gloves, masks, personal distancing, and feeling the fear of possible infection of Covid-19, what will we do to prepare for the next pandemic? The former CEO of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, Susan Desmond Hellmann, wrote a critical piece for the Wall Street Journal describing what to expect. Cynthia Brian reads the highlights. 

Wednesdays with Writers continues with our two guests. 

Kim Stanwood Terranova believes that we can all create our own destiny. We need to believe in ourselves and wake up to our inner greatness. Her book, The Technology of Intention: Activating the Power of the Universe Within You teaches the reader how to tap into this technology and unleash its power. We all have the power we’ve just forgotten how to use it. Intentions give us the pathway to consciously create our lives.

Linda Rosen spins an intriguing tale of long-held family secrets, an emotional search for identity, and a painting that may just be the key to untangling the complicated past in her book Disharmony of Silence. In her desperate quest for family, Carolyn Lee, fitness trainer and amateur photographer, is determined, against all advice, to reveal a shocking eighty-four-year-old secret that she has uncovered. It has the potential to tear lives apart, or to bring her the closeness and comfort she longs for. It all depends on how she handles it.

Bio: Kim Stanwood Terranova is a woman of passionate power who assists individuals with experiencing true inner greatness and unlimited, authentic joy. She’s the best-selling author of The Technology of Intention: Activating The Power of the Universe Within You!  Kim holds a license as a Practitioner of Truth from The Agape International Spiritual Center in Los Angeles, and she has also earned a Bachelor's Degree in Spiritual Studies. For over three decades she has immersed herself in the application and practice of universal spiritual truth and wisdom.  https://kimstanwoodterranova.com

Bio: Linda Rosen, writer and fitness professional, lives with her husband splitting their time between New Jersey and Florida. Her debut novel, The Disharmony of Silence, was published by Black Rose Writing in March 2020. Rosen was a contributor to Women in the Literary Landscape: A WNBA Centennial Publication for the Women's National Book Association and has had stories published in literary magazines both print and on-line. She is a member of the Women's Fiction Writers Association and the Women’s National Book Association where she is National Recording Secretary and Selections Coordinator of the Great Group Reads committee which chooses books for National Reading Group Month. Her website www.linda-rosen.com links to her blog, “The Literary Leotard.”

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May 20, 2020

​Wednesdays with Writers continues to offer you just published books by authors during this Covid 19 Crisis.

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Gardening is not a hobby; it is an essential part of being. Gardening is a survival skill and an art form. This lockdown has sparked an increased appreciation for the solitude and splendor of gardening. Goddess Gardener, Cynthia Brian, helps you cultivate artful gratitude.

Two books will be discussed by author Carl Rollyson,,The Last Days of Sylvia Plath and The Life of William Faulkner.  The Last Days of Sylvia Plath highlights how a writer can be shaped after their death and the subsequent fallout from posthumous literary editing. Rollyson brings together a vast range of source materials, drawing a sharp and convincing portrait of Faulkner, a great artist and family man who heroically struggled to support friends and family during the depths of the Depression in the second biography.

After millennia on earth with little impact, the inadvertent transition from hunting and gathering to agriculture happened within a few thousand years. Mixed Harvest by Rob Swigart is the story of the Sedentary Divide, the most significant event in human history. Before, humans followed their food; after, diet had abandoned wild foods by domesticating, irrevocably changing, plants and animals.

Bio: Carl Rollyson is the author of fourteen biographies for adults on subjects ranging from literature and journalism (Martha Gellhorn, Norman Mailer, and Rebecca West) to politics (Michael Foot) and the theater (Lillian Hellman). He has published four biographies for children about Marie Curie, Pablo Picasso, Thurgood Marshall, and Emily Dickinson.  His biographies of Rebecca West and Amy Lowell, and his study, A Higher Form of Cannibalism? Adventures in the Art and Politics of Biography, were supported by NEH Fellowships. Three of his biographies of Marilyn Monroe, Dana Andrews, and Walter Brennan are part of the Hollywood Legends series published by the University Press of Mississippi. The Last Days of Sylvia Plath and The Life of William Faulkner are his most recent publications. www.CarlRollyson.com

Bio: Rob Swigart is a genre-fluid writer with sixteen published books and almost as many unpublished, including satire, science fiction; interactive fiction; thrillers; archaeology textbook/novels, an Audible collection of short stories based on computer jargon of the 1980s, and dozens of poems. From humble beginnings as a cub reporter, he moved on to teach English in Greece, become a medic in the army, work in college textbook publishing, and go to graduate school. Then he taught, was a technical writer and journalist, designed games, spent a dozen years as a futurist, and traveled to dozens of archaeological sites in order to write about the past. Being a commercial, instrument rated pilot and SCUBA diver did little to prepare him for the apocalypse. His black belt in aikido may prove useful. Mixed Harvest recently won a gold Nautilus award. www.robswigart.com 

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Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/123458/cultivating-gratitude-last-days-of-sylvia-plath-life-of-william-faulkner-mixed-harvest

May 13, 2020

Wednesdays with Writers continues to offer you just published books by authors during this Covid 19 Crisis.

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Climate awareness has morphed into all facets of our life. Recycle, Reuse, Repurpose, Renew have been “in the moment” words. Fortunately, the fashion industry is getting on board the movement as 10% of the world’s carbon emissions and 20% of the worlds’ water waste. Plus 85% of the world’s textiles end up in landfills or incinerated. How can we all be more sustainable and still be fashionable? Cynthia Brian visits her closet!

It’s Writer’s Wednesdays, and today Cynthia Brian interviews two fascinating authors:

Arthur Hoyle is a writer, educator, and independent filmmaker. His documentary films have won numerous awards and have aired on PBS. His second book, Mavericks, Mystics, and Misfits: Americans Against the Grain, takes the reader on a journey across American history through the lives of exemplary men and women whose stories capture the spirit of their time and place and reveal the American character.

John Seibert Farnsworth is a nature writer based in the San Juan Islands of Washington State. He is renown for writing about ecology from a storyteller’s perspective with a wry humor. His book, Nature Beyond Solitude, explores the communal experience of nature at five west-coast field stations during a six-month sabbatical where I assisted with their long-term ecological studies. Taking the form of field notes, the entire book was written in-situ, both from the place and the moment where the experience took place. 

Bio: Arthur Hoyle is a writer, educator, and independent filmmaker. His documentary films have won numerous awards and have aired on PBS, and he received a media grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities. He received Bachelors and Masters Degrees in English from the University of California, Los Angeles, and taught English, coached tennis, and served as an administrator in independent schools. He currently volunteers as a naturalist in the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area, leading interpretive walks on Chumash Indian culture. His portrait of America, Mavericks, Mystics, and Misfits: Americans Against the Grain, was published March 24, 2020 by Sunbury Press. He lives in Pacific Palisades, California. www.arthurhoyle.com

Bio: Known for his wit and his unique perspectives on the natural world, John Seibert Farnsworth left academics to become a nature writer after 21 years in the classroom. Having studied literary natural history en route to earning his PhD, he now studies nature itself, and his approach is to write from nature rather than merely writing about it. Since being granted emeritus states from Santa Clara University in 2018, Farnsworth has authored two books, both published under the Comstock imprint of Cornell University Press. The first, Coves of Departure, narrates a decade of teaching, researching and exploring in the wilds of Baja, Mexico.  His new book, Nature Beyond Solitude, provides a behind-the-scenes look at five west-coast field stations where long-term ecological studies are underway. https://www.cornellpress.cornell.edu/book/9781501747281/nature-beyond-solitude/

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May 06, 2020

Social distancing in this COVID19 era has been detrimental to authors. As part of our Be the Star You Are! Disaster Relief Outreach program, Be the Star You Are!® has collaborated with the Authors Guild to showcase the new books launched by many authors from around the country in a variety of genres. For the next few months, make sure you are tuned in to both StarStyle®-Be the Star You Are!® on Wednesdays at 4pm PT for “Wednesdays with Writers “as well as  Express Yourself!™ airing on Sundays at 3pm PT for “Super Smart Sundays”, both broadcasting right here on the Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel to learn about these fantastic authors and books. It’s a giant read-a-thon. 

Cynthia Brian interviews Jennifer Steil about her new book, Exile Music which explores an overlooked slice of World War II history, telling the story of a family of Jewish Viennese musicians who find sanctuary in Bolivia in 1939. Steil offers a beautiful meditation on the things we all hold dear - family, friendship, home.

In segment two, author Joanne Rocklin showcases her newest picture book, Good Guy, Bad Guys, about playing pretend—and the joy of trying out being “bad” or “good.” This charming picture book is a timeless celebration of imagination and make-believe, showing readers that kids can safely try out good and bad personas as they play.

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What’s a hosanna? It’s whatever makes you feel special. Cynthia Brian reads a passage about her Mother from Be the Star You Are!® 99 Gifts for Living Loving, Laughing, and Learning to Make a Difference as a homage to the sacrifices and dedications of Moms everywhere!

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Bio: Jennifer Steil is an award-winning author and journalist. Her new novel, Exile Music, forthcoming from Viking on May 5, 2020, follows the lives of a family of Austrian Jewish musicians who seek refuge from the Nazis in Bolivia in 1938. 

Her most recent novel, The Ambassador’s Wife (Doubleday 2015), won the 2013 William Faulkner-William Wisdom Creative Writing Competition Best Novel award. The novel has received much acclaim, notably in the Seattle Times, Publishers Weekly, Booklist, and The New York Times Book Review. Jennifer’s first book, The Woman Who Fell From the Sky (Broadway Books, 2010), a memoir about her time as editor of the Yemen Observer newspaper in Sana’a, was hailed by The New York Times, Newsweek, and the Sydney Morning Herald. https://www.jennifersteil.net/work/the-author-jennifer-f-steil

Bio: Joanne Rocklin is the author of many books for children, including The Five Lives of Our Cat Zook, which won the Golden Kite Award, and Love, Penelope, which was an NCIBA Golden Poppy Book Award winner. https://joannerocklin.com/

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April 29, 2020

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Is coconut oil a legendary superpower? The taste is yummy and creamy. Is it better than using butter? Learn the facts from the American Heart Association. Then use it sparingly. 

The healthier we are the more we can enjoy our elder years and the more we can pass down the wisdom that each one of us has gained over our lifetimes. How can an integrative approach to medicine help us age gracefully? Dr. Bonnie McLean O.M.D., A.P., M.A., B.S.N, an award winning Doctor of Oriental Medicine is the author of Integrative Medicine: The Return of the Soul to Healthcare, and has been speaking on healthy aging for over thirty years and has the answers.

Today on Wine Wednesday, sommelier Heather Brittany explores lesser-known red varietals from around the world including Tempranillo, Barbera, and Cab Franc to name a few. Grocery stores often have aisles filled with hundreds of bottles of red wine, but why, with more than 1300 grape varietals, are those wines typically Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, or Merlot? 

Bio: Bonnie McLean O.M.D., A.P., M.A., B.S.N.

A graduate of Duke University School of Nursing in 1967,  Dr. McLean practiced nursing for 20 years.  She received her MA in Counseling from Pepperdine University in 1976 and her Doctorate in Oriental Medicine in California in 1986.  She has been in the healthcare field for over 50 years.  She was awarded Top Doctor of Oriental Medicine and Acupuncture in 2019 and Top Holistic Healer of the Decade 2020 by the International Association of Top Professionals,  Wall Street,  N.Y. She is the author of Integrative Medicine:  The Return of the Soul to Healthcare. She conducts her acupuncture practice with a holistic approach ( body, mind, and spirit.)  Using acupuncture as her primary tool,  she also incorporates hypnosis, guided imagery, energy medicine ( Reiki, Pranic Healing, essential oils, flower essences, and homeopathy ), energy psychology ( EFT), and shamanic healing.Her specialties include stress-related disorders ( anxiety, depression, insomnia, trauma ), pain issues, women's health, immunity, rejuvenation, and longevity. http://www.spiritgatemedicine.com 

Integrative Medicine :thereturnofthesoultohealthcare.com

Bio: Heather Brittany grew up in a family with roots in the vineyards. Working at Danza del Sol Winery in Temecula and being a sommelier, Heather continues the family tradition of vine to wine. She was a teen co-founder of Be the Star You Are!® 501 c3 charity to empower women, families, and youth through increased literacy and positive media messages. From 2002-2016, Heather produced and co-hosted the T42-A Mother/Daughter Brew segments on StarStyle®-Be the Star You Are!® 

Heather also authored chapters in both books Be the Star You Are!® for Teens and Be the Star You Are! Millennials to Boomers. She lives in Southern California with her husband and barnyard of chickens where she enjoys gardening, nature, hiking, and entertaining. Working in the wine industry, she is a sommelier and encourages everyone to have a daily glass of vino for better health and happiness.

https://www.danzadelsolwinery.com/blog/Danza-Del-Sol-Spotlight

Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/122969/coconut-oil-integrative-medicine-with-dr-bonnie-mclean-wine-wednesday-with-heather-brittany-reds

April 22, 2020

What keeps you motivated? During challenging times, do you have strategic things that you do to keep going when you want to quit? Cynthia Brian will offer a few tips on how to be up when you may be down. 

Cynthia Brian interviews author Dallas Woodburn about new novel, The Best Week That Never Happened. It is a love story set in Hawaii, with a dash of mystery and magic, about living each day to the fullest. Kirkus Reviews raved, "This debut novel is captivating and moving. A dazzling, emotional story of love, loss, and living in the moment.” Dallas has developed a Book Club Kit that is available for free on her website, www.dallaswoodburnauthor.com for anyone who is interested in reading the book with a group!

Wine Wednesday: It's Earth Day, so we're celebrating with the Bubbly!! Champagne, Cava, Prosecco... all the same right? Wrong! How do the bubbles get there anyway? Jump into the effervescent world of sparkling wine with sommelier, Heather Brittany. We are going to find the right bubbles for all your troubles with sommelier, Heather Brittany with a world of bubbles. Our virtual party celebrates Mother Earth!

Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/122967/motivating-moments-dallas-woodburn-wine-wednesday-bubbles-for-earth-day

Bio: Dallas Woodburn is an author, writing coach, and "book doula" who is passionate about spreading the joys of reading and writing. Her debut YA novel, The Best Week That Never Happened, is being published by Month 9 Books this month. She has also written extensively for newspapers and magazines, hosts the popular book-lovers podcast “Overflowing Bookshelves” and leads the organization Write On! Books. Dallas lives in the San Francisco Bay Area with her husband Allyn and their one-year-old daughter Maya. www.dallaswoodburnauthor.com

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Bio: Heather Brittany grew up in a family with roots in the vineyards. Working at Danza del Sol Winery in Temecula and being a sommelier, Heather continues the family tradition of vine to wine. She was a teen co-founder of Be the Star You Are!® 501 c3 charity to empower women, families, and youth through increased literacy and positive media messages. From 2002-2016, Heather produced and co-hosted the T42-A Mother/Daughter Brew segments on StarStyle®-Be the Star You Are!®  Heather also authored chapters in both books Be the Star You Are!® for Teens and Be the Star You Are! Millennials to Boomers. She lives in Southern California with her husband and barnyard of chickens where she enjoys gardening, nature, hiking, and entertaining. Working in the wine industry, she is a sommelier and encourages everyone to have a daily glass of vino for better health and happiness.

https://www.danzadelsolwinery.com/blog/Danza-Del-Sol-Spotlight

April 15, 2020

We may be mandated to stay at home but gardening is not canceled. If you have a pot or a plot, Cynthia Brian has tips to help keep you sane and safe while you enjoy blossoms, blooms, and bouquets AT HOME. We do have it in our power to begin the world anew. Listen to and abide by the mandates of the experts. We may not be able to predict the course of the virus, but we do have agency over our actions and reactions. The Goddess Gardener’s April Gardening Guide provides a plethora of ideas to keep you occupied, safe, happy, and healthy as we navigate the next month together and apart. 

We won’t whine about the condition of the world, we will condition to the world of wine! Times are changing quickly, so the Mother/Daughter dynamic duo are trading in their tea-cups for wine glasses. Our “tea party” has been elevated to include more fun.  Join sommelier Heather Brittany for tips and sips of our favorite beverage from the vine along with food pairing ideas. It’s Wine Wednesdays and this week we’ll take a quick sip into wine basics.  Plus, Heather will share her personal fave, Sauvignon Blanc, one of the most versatile varietals! Raise Your Glass!

Bio: Heather Brittany grew up in a family with roots in the vineyards. Working at Danza del Sol Winery in Temecula and being a sommelier, Heather continues the family tradition of vine to wine. She was a teen co-founder of Be the Star You Are!® 501 c3 charity to empower women, families, and youth through increased literacy and positive media messages. From 2002-2016, Heather produced and co-hosted the T42-A Mother/Daughter Brew segments on StarStyle®-Be the Star You Are!® 

She lives in Southern California with her husband and barnyard of chickens where she enjoys gardening, nature, hiking, and entertaining. Working in the wine industry, she is a sommelier and encourages everyone to have a daily glass of vino for better health and happiness.

https://www.danzadelsolwinery.com/blog/Danza-Del-Sol-Spotlight

Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/122873/gardening-is-open-wine-wednesdays-with-heather-brittany-sauvignon-blanc 

April 08, 2020

What is the connection between Passover and Easter? The Last Supper was a Passover Seder. Both holidays are about the dead rising to new life. This week marks Passover and Holy Week culminating on Easter Sunday. Refresh your history of these commemorations.

Elder abuse and elder fraud are rampant. If you have aging relatives, it is important to watch for signs that something is amiss. Educate your parents about scams, financial issues, and caregivers.  Lawmakers are taking action to fight suspicious activities.

Printemps est arrivée. A cavalcade of color has erupted in the garden. However mediocre, imperfect, untamed, and unruly, a garden is a personal masterpiece, a slice of heaven created by the person who wields the spade. Goddess Gardener, Cynthia Brian, offers an Easter gift gardening guide for April.

Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/122213/passover-and-easter-monets-garden-protecting-parents

April 01, 2020

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There will be no LIVE show today on StarStyle®-Be the Star You Are!®! Or, will there? April Fool’s Joke? With all the fake news in the media, we are not about to add more, but we will tell you the origins of this jester holiday.

Spring has sprung and it’s time to sow seeds. What are the essentials of gardening that you’ll need to dig deeper? You’ll discover tips to designing a personal project with the help of Goddess Gardener, Cynthia Brian.

If your child is being bullied, what are the signs? Although we may not be able to control bullying, we can mitigate the inflicted damage. Find steps to help your child through the torment. 

“I know that the seeds I sow I will harvest, because every action, good or bad, is always followed by an equal reaction. I will plant only good seeds this day."

Og Mandino

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Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/122207/april-fools-day-sow-spring-beating-bullies

March 25, 2020

Are you feeling anxious about the Covid-19 virus or any other events happening indoor life? There are steps you can take to alleviate your stress and anxiety. Breathe!

Are you a procrastinator? There could be genetic influences at work besides just not being organized or a planner. Dopamine could have something to do with procrastination.

The Author’s Guild, the nation’s largest and oldest nonprofit professional association for published writers and journalists, details the underlying social, economic and technological factors contributing to the ongoing decline of author incomes.

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Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/122434/easing-anxiety-procrastination-decline-of-writing-profession

March 18, 2020

Spring is on the horizon. The vernal equinox is only three days away. Other than the copious dancing daffodils, nothing spells spring more than abundant camellia blooms, the eye-catching Chinese fringe shrub, and the fragrance of both freesia and hyacinth. Garden chores performed in the fall is paying dividends now. Goddess Gardener, Cynthia Brian, walks you through the spring blossoms. www.goddessgardener.com

Has your car ever been broken into? Do you know auto theft techniques that could protect your possessions? Taking precautions will keep your car from being stolen and protect your safety.

When you open your medicine cabinet, what do you see? Over-the-counter medications can ease several everyday ailments. It is a good idea to have certain medications readily on hand. It’s also good to discard any expired pills or prescriptions. Find out what to keep and what to toss.

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Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/122405/spring-forward-car-theft-medicine-makeover

March 11, 2020

The World Health Organization (WHO) has of today declared Covid-19 a pandemic. Cynthia Brian will update listeners on the latest news from WHO and the CDC and provide the symptoms to watch for in the virus. 

Times Up was born in Hollywood and the #MeToo movement has traveled the US. Harvey Weinstein has been found guilty of rape and sexual assault in Manhattan with more charges pending in Los Angeles. By speaking up and out, voices are being heard and changes are being made. Cynthia Brian will talk about actors rights as well as what can be expected in the shooting workplace with the new personal safety rules for auditions as well as on set requirements. SAG/AFTRA are at the forefront of new regulations and enforcement. If you are a thespian, you deserve to know your rights. Resources and guides will be offered in this episode to protect you from harassment. Sexual Harassment Help HotLine for Women in Film: (855) 943-5463

If you are battling insomnia and you’ve tried everything, perhaps it is time to give CBD a whirl. Studies indicate that CBD is a safe and effective remedy to help sleep-deprived individuals get the zzz’s needed. (Always consult your physician before trying a new substance.)

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Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/122114/times-up-and-actors-workplace-safety-cbd-for-insomnia

March 04, 2020

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It’s scary. The “novel coronavirus,” or COVID-19, has proven to be a formidable. The death toll mounts as people around the world are becoming infected. Could it become a pandemic? What do you need to know?

You don’t need to feel thirsty to be dehydrated. Dehydration happens rapidly and can lead to serious problems, including stroke and even death. Learn what to do to keep yourself hydrated and healthy.

Spring is still a few weeks away, yet, in California, the hills are alive with blooms and blossoms. Enjoy the sunshine, do a rain dance, and make compost. 

Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/122042/corona-virus-preventing-dehydration-garden-sunshine

February 26, 2020

We all have to wash our clothes if we are going to go out in society. But we also have to be concerned about the environment we live in, the toxins in cleaning detergents, and other matters. Find out how to do your laundry and still survive on this planet.

Scams are ubiquitous these days for everyone, but seniors are especially targeted. The federal government is stepping in. AARP released info on the most notorious scams and the ways to avoid them. 

Interior designers and building contractors have trade secrets that make our homes more livable, pleasurable, safe, and beautiful. Find out a few tips that you can incorporate in your next DIY project from Cynthia Brian, ASID.

Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/121730/laundry-list-senior-scams-design-secrets

February 19, 2020

Do you know how to brand yourself or your business? Priya Florence Shah is the author of Devi2Diva, an emotional self-care book for women. She publishes award-winning blogs like Naaree.com, eBooks, podcasts, online courses, and offers coaching and consulting to help her audience go from Unknown to Well-Known through her Online Branding Agency at BlogBrandz.com. Priya chats with Cynthia Brian about how we can all live our best life today. 

Negativity only shows us a warped view of the world. Instead of assuming the worst, wouldn’t you love to see life through rose colored glasses? You have a choice on your reactions. Instead of being stressed, feel the bliss. Minimize your unhappiness with research driven tips from empowerment architect, Cynthia Brian. 

The classic beauty of roses complements traditional and contemporary gardens. Many varieties are marvelously fragrant, repeat flowering, and easy to grow. Roses are the stars of our gardens bringing color, beauty, and pleasure  year after year. 

BIO:

Priya Florence Shah is the award-winning publisher of Naaree.com, an author, podcaster, and one of the top Digital Marketing Experts in India. Her vision is to inspire and empower Indian women to become financially and emotionally independent.

She won the REX Karmaveer Global Fellowship and Karmaveer Chakra Silver Award - the global civilian honours given by the international confederation of NGO (iCONGO) in partnership with the United Nations to people across the globe for relentless courage. Priya is the author of Devi2Diva, an emotional self-care book for women. She publishes award-winning blogs like Naaree.com, eBooks, podcasts, online courses, and offers coaching and consulting to help her audience go from Unknown to Well-Known through her Online Branding Agency at BlogBrandz.com. Listen to her podcasts at https://www.naaree.com/podcast/. She is listed among the top Social Media Experts to follow, one of the Top Digital Marketing Experts in India to Follow in 2020, and one of the Most Followed Indian Digital Marketers. She enjoys speaking on digital marketing, emotional self-care, and remote work.

She consults to help her audience overcome their limitations, reclaim their power, achieve the freedom they deserve and live their best lives.    https://www.priyashah.com

Listen at Voice America Network: Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/121640/branding-with-priya-florence-shah-reframing-to-positive-a-rose-is-a-rose

February 12, 2020

Fifty-Four Countries celebrate Valentine’s Day on February 14 but who was Valentine, why is he a saint, and why do we celebrate love and romance? Hearts, roses, chocolate, flowers, and jewelry are all gifts for loved ones. Want to find out more?

Did you know that a poor credit report can prevent you from getting a job, buying a car, or moving up in life? Being financially literate is critical for everyone. This segment is based on an article by Charles Schwab and offers information that everyone needs to know. 

Life and love began in a garden. Love is not only in the air. Love is growing in your backyard. Discover the benefits of your personalized, organic Love Potion #9 and be blessed with the beauty and seeds of this season.

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Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/121424/st-valentine-financial-literacy-and-renewal-love-grows-in-gardens

February 05, 2020

Trevor Blake, author of SECRETS TO A SUCCESSFUL STARTUP, built three successful startups and sold them for more than $300 million. He talks with Cynthia Brian about his complete instruction manual that covers everything the budding entrepreneur or existing business owner needs to know to build the career or business of their dreams.

2020 is the Year of the Rat in the Chinese tradition. A Rat Year means new beginnings and renewals, a time for growth and success. Are you ready for more success, money, relationships, and advancements this year? We’ll discuss how to prepare to welcome the wealth.

Are you attempting to downsize, purge, or declutter but your kids don’t want any of your “priceless” heirlooms? Re-sale value for antiques and collectibles has fallen as younger generations are not accumulating or collecting “stuff”. Besides garbage sales, there are a few ways you can still sell your furniture and things. 

Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/121286/start-ups-selling-stuff-rat-year

January 29, 2020

Baby, it’s cold outside! The roads are slick with rain and ice, or sometimes covered in snow. do you know how to drive in winter? By following a few driving tips, you’ll stay in your lane and be safe.

Being prepared for a major surgery can be the difference between life and death. People who get their minds and bodies ready to go under anesthesia to endure an operation have better and faster recovery rates. Find out what you can do to pump yourself up. 

Do you feel stuck? It’s time to write simple goals and take small steps. It’s always better to do something, rather than nothing. Network, create a toolbox, and start daily activities, including exercise. 

Cynthia Brian will share tips and tricks as your guide on the side. www.CynthiaBrian.com

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Listen at Voice America Network: Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/120966/winter-driving-surviving-surgery-goals-and-activity

January 22, 2020

It is essential that we design well being into our home and work places if we want to support our physical and mental health. We live in a high tech wired world where we need to build in benefits for enhancing and encouraging longevity and healthy living. 

What if everything sparks joy? In her new book, The Clutter Remedy, Marla Stone goes beyond tidying up to offer long-term strategies for staying organized and for creating spaces that reflect and suit the reader, and not some “expert’s” ideal. www.i-deal-lifestyle.com

What role will horticulture play in the cities of the future? How are frogs and mushrooms connecting people to gardening? Why are more college students entering the gardening field? Find out what the Garden Media Group has to say about landscape trends in 2020.

BIO: Marla Stone, MSW, is the owner of I-Deal-Lifestyle Inc., which provides decluttering, design, corporate training, and lifestyle coaching services. She is a former social worker and psychotherapist turned professional organizer who helps people live an ideal lifestyle by getting to the root of their mental, emotional, spiritual, and environmental challenges. She lives in Orange County, California. www.i-deal-lifestyle.com

Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/119384/clutter-remedy-design-well-being-garden-trends-part-2

January 15, 2020

A mind-blowing miracle from the angels saved Corin Grillo’s life, cured her of lifelong depression, and awakened her spiritual gifts. As Corin and Cynthia converse about her book, The Angel Experiment, you’ll discover firsthand that miracles are real, there is no such thing as coincidence, and a mighty team of angels always has your back.

It may be trendy to talk about mindfulness, but research reports that training our minds to be quiet and focused has major health and productivity benefits. The busier we are, the more critical it is to put down our gadgets and embody the practice of mindfulness. 

Are you going deaf? Noise pollution is on the rise and could be the “silent” culprit for many other illnesses. Find out how to protect yourself from the environmental noise toxins that are causing stress and ruining your health.

BIO: Corin Grillo is the author of The Angel Experiment and founder of the Angel Alchemy Academy. A trained psychotherapist, angel channel, healer, and teacher, Corin has helped thousands of people all over the world go from angel-curious to angel-powered. She lives in Northern California. Visit her online at http://www.CorinGrillo.com.

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Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/119291/the-angel-experiment-mind-training-noise-pollution

January 08, 2020

After searching in a scout-sniper platoon, Tom Voss came home carrying invisible wounds of war—the memory of doing or witnessing things that went against his fundamental beliefs. Voss and his sister, Rebecca Anne Nguyen have co-authored the book, Where War Ends. They converse with Cynthia Brian about Voss’s pursuit of mediation where he discovered breathing techniques that moved him from despair to hope. 

Hindsight may be 2020, but in this year of 2020, we can live healthier and happier by embracing an attitude of gratitude every day. Despite losses and challenges when we search for the good in tiny details, we can move on and find joy. Discover how you can make an attitude adjustment in 2020.

What are the coolest trends in the garden for 2020? Trends drive sales and new life into gardens. Predications indicate that the green industry will be at the forefront of urban growth and development.  Goddess Gardener Cynthia Brian shares the treasure chest of what’s happening for this new year.

BIOS:

TOM VOSS served as an infantry scout in the 3rd Battalion, 21st Infantry Regiment’s scout-sniper platoon. While deployed in Iraq, he participated in hundreds of combat and humanitarian missions. Voss’s journey across America was captured on film by Emmy®-nominated documentary filmmaker Michael Collins. The film, which has enjoyed theatrical releases in New York and Los Angeles and been screened at dozens of film festivals nationwide, is called Almost Sunrise. In November 2017 Almost Sunrise was broadcast nationally as part of the P.O.V. documentary series on PBS, resulting in an Emmy nomination. Voss lives in Ventura, California. More information at TheMeditatingVet.com

REBECCA ANNE NGUYEN, Voss’s coauthor and sister, is an author, travel writer, award-winning screenwriter, and digital content strategist. She lives in Charlotte, North Carolina. www.themeditatingvet.com

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Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/119382/where-war-ends-2020-garden-trends-gratitude

January 01, 2020

On September 9, 1999, Be the Star You Are! 501 c3 charity was granted its 501 c3 status.Despite challenges, the charity has survived to serve more than 410,820 individuals and families donating more than dollar 2 million in resources to those in need. Founder and Executive Director, Cynthia Brian, retells the ups and downs of leading a small and mighty non profit. The quest for creating delicious and original cuisine and beverages is time honored. Although local wines and craft beers are always in fashion, adventurous infused spirits with herbs, fruits, berries, flowers, and berries have become the new rock stars of mixologists. It’s all about the garden garnishes! Algae blooms occur in lakes and streams in every state and toxic algae can be dangerous or even deadly. Because of rain, fertilizer run-off, pesticides, and climate change, algae growth is increasing and is becoming problematic for humans and animals. Find out how to identify when to stay away from the water.

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Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/119593/encore-20-years-of-btsya-garden-garnishes-algae-blooms

December 25, 2019

https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/119525/encore-the-most-wonderful-time-of-the-year

Santa Claus is coming to town. Bells are jingling, children are giggling, and homes are decorated with lights and ornaments to welcome this bright and cheery season. Celebrate the holidays with Cynthia Brian as she rings in the joy and wonder of Christmas with personal stories, gifts of books, and even helpful hints for our furry friends Yuletide thrills. Rock around your tree, deck the halls with boughs of holly, and fa la la la la. Shop for first edition autographed books to give as gifts at https://www.CynthiaBrian.com/online-store . ’Tis the season to be jolly. It won’t be a silent night! Join our holiday party because all we want for Christmas is YOU!

Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: 

https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/119525/encore-the-most-wonderful-time-of-the-year

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December 18, 2019

"When the heart is at peace, the body will be healthy.”~Chinese proverb

How often does impatience impact your relationships? How many times do you make choices without thinking of the potential for negative impact on others? Why is truth so important to growing positive, constructive relationships? Thought Leader on Peace and Positive Relationships, Nola Hennessy CEO of Serenidad Consulting® and founder of The Peace Ranch® concept, explains how growing patience, being discerning in our choices and always speaking truth (using tact and diplomacy where needed) will lead us on a path to achieving peace within ourselves and being better equipped to achieve peace, trust and harmony in our relationships with others.

How often have you found yourself living for tomorrow? You say to yourself, “I’ll do this when… If you wait for tomorrow to come to find your happy place, you may just be waiting until you are six feet under. There is no tomorrow, there is only today. 

The time to enjoy your life is now, in this place, at this time, wherever, whenever, and with whomever.

The number-one killer of American women, with nearly 300,000 deaths every year, is heart attacks.Angiograms may not see any blockages and doctors may declare women heart disease free. Then a heart attack occurs. Warning signs for women are different than men, Learn how to recognize and get help.

Bio: Nola Hennessy

As a successful and insightful multi-award-winning international business woman and author, Nola Hennessy is not only globally recognized for delivering outstanding results against the strongest adversity, she is enduringly passionate about teaching and inspiring her fellow human beings to live lives of positivity, compassion and love.

Nola is committed to empowering people and her global organization Serenidad Consulting® is her vehicle to affect the changes she knows the world needs.

One of Rotary International’s Inspirational Women 2011 and a USA Woman of Impact 2014, Nola leads Serenidad Consulting® in its strategic intent to facilitate positive relationships and global peace outcomes. Nola sees peace through an educator’s lens and strongly and consistently advocates for ‘prevention’ strategies and education being the real long term solution to the ongoing global conflicts and increasing levels of violence and discord. https://www.serenidadconsulting.com

Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/119041/patience-and-positive-choices-for-peace-present-womens-hearts

December 11, 2019

Santa Claus is coming to town. Bells are jingling, children are giggling, and homes are decorated with lights and ornaments to welcome this bright and cheery season. Celebrate the holidays with Cynthia Brian as she rings in the joy and wonder of Christmas with personal stories, gifts of books, and even helpful hints for our furry friends Yuletide thrills. Rock around your tree, deck the halls with boughs of holly, and fa la la la la. Shop for first edition autographed books to give as gifts at https://www.CynthiaBrian.com/online-store . ’Tis the season to be jolly. It won’t be a silent night! Join our holiday party because all we want for Christmas is YOU!

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Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/119198/the-most-wonderful-time-of-the-year

December 04, 2019

When Christina Adams suspected that camel milk might help her son with autism, a faraway doc helped her smuggle some into the United States. Her son improved and she fell in love with camels. This interview promises a rollicking ode to “camel people” and the creatures they adore.

Our skin is the largest organ in our body and probably the one we take the most for granted. Both men and women spend millions of dollars per year on beauty products that they don’t need. How can you have beauty from the inside out? Find out how to take care of your soul and your skin!

The desire to age in place is the top driver of current design and architectural projects. What are the features that fuel universal solutions? Find out what is being done about residential wellness as well as workplace well-being.

Bio:

Christina Adams, award-winning author of the memoir A Real Boy, is a journalist and speaks on autism, writing, culture, and camels. Her work has been featured by National Public Radio, the Washington Post, the Los Angeles Times, Gulf News, Dubai One, OZY, WebMD, Tata SKY TV, Global Advances in Health and Medicine, and more. Her newest book is Camel Crazy: A Quest for Miracles in the Mysterious World of Camels.She lives in Orange County, California. www.christinaadamsauthor.com.

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Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/118836/camel-crazy-skin-savvy-aging-in-place

November 27, 2019

Be grateful for your garden. Whether your plot is large, medium, or small, or even if you only showcase a potted plant in the window, you are a gardener.  Keep digging. Grace and gratitude are buried in the dirt.  Everyone grows with nature and Goddess Gardener, Cynthia Brian shares tips for a gratitude filled Thanksgiving and beyond. www.CynthiaBrian.com

You may have had a massage in your life, but have you experienced reflexology? Reflexology is a practice of applying pressure to key points on your hands and feet. By activating nerve endings we jolt our nervous and circulatory systems into a better body balance.

Do you get stressed during the holidays because of family gatherings? Many people get along great with their relatives, while some families spend their time together arguing, debating, and feeling miserable. It’s time to create a joyous connection and we’ll offer you some tips for you to be truly at home for the holidays. 

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Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/118919/garden-gratitude-reflexology-results-holidays-with-relatives

November 20, 2019

In November, we witness a marvelous display of fall foliage as leaves on many deciduous trees turn from green to saffron to tangerine to crimson before dropping to the ground. It’s a time to reap and a time to plant as the seasons turn, turn, turn. 

We all have days where we think we are losing our minds. It’s time to do a self-assessment of our stress and mental health. If you need help, it is available and needs to be sought,. 

Do you desire owning a home? The average millennial respondent requires a full three years to save for a down payment, which is three months more than Gen Xers, and six months more than baby boomers. Or do you have a home and dream about a second vacation location? Food for thought when it comes to mortgages,

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Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/118576/a-time-to-reap-mental-health-check-in-home-ownership

November 13, 2019

Everything is possible. You were born to be the star you are and there are ways you can make your dreams a reality. Find out how to become the best you and shine with empowerment architect, Cynthia Brian.

Natural disasters know no boundaries. One never knows if a fire, earthquake, flood, mudslide, or other calamity is on the horizon. It’s imperative to be prepared for all emergencies. Cynthia Brian provides ways to be prepared for all emergencies to keep you safe and sound.

Autumn is a prime time to prepare your landscaping for the next season and create a defensible space around your property. A defensible space is an area around a structure that has been cleared of ignitable debris and botanicals that may cause a public safety hazard. discover how to make your landscaping fire resistant. 

Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/118364/possiblities-safety-first-garden-fire-defenses

November 06, 2019

What do people around the world look for in a long term mate? Although both East and West agree that kindness is king, other traits differ. What do you treasure in an intimate relationship?

In November, 2018, the FDA announced that 21% of high school students had vaped during the previous month, That number jumped to 27.5% in 2019. According to the Department of Health and Human Services 10% of 8th graders are vaping, possibly representing a gateway to the use of traditional cigarettes. What’s going on and what can be done about this potential epidemic?

Your voice can either enhance the impact of what you’re trying to say or detract from it. There are tricks you can do to train your voice. Actor and speaker, Cynthia Brian will share tips from experts in the field to assist you to improve your vocal inflection. 

Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/118153/partner-qualities-vaping-voice-optimization

October 30, 2019

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When we are young we don’t want to think about our golden years. But as we age, it is a necessity to consider how our long term care and life-style will be. We will discuss housing, health, and legal tools to help sail through our senior days with ease.

This Halloween enjoy the festivities with your pets. Integrative Veterinarian Dr. Carol Osborne, DVM offers a few simple safety tips for pets and their owners to help ensure fun for all while trick or treating this season. 

Are you properly prepared for your veterinary visits? Since our pets can’t talk, humans need to be able to give a health history. For the welfare of your pet, it’s critical to know what vets need to know to help your furry friend.

Bio:

Dr. Carol Osborne is a world-renowned integrative veterinarian, author and entrepreneur. A pioneer in anti-aging medicine and longevity research for pets, she created and patented PAAWS: Pet Anti-Aging Wellness System for dogs and cats. Dr. Carol holds both the dog and cat scientific patents. She authored international best sellers, Naturally Healthy Dogs and Naturally Healthy Cats. Currently, Dr. Osborne offers traditional veterinary care integrated with natural holistic therapies, diets and remedies for dogs and cats at the Chagrin Falls Veterinary Center & Pet Clinic located in Chagrin Falls, Ohio.

Dr. Carol is also a popular media personality and has been a frequent guest on FOX & Friends, The Today Show, Good Day L.A., and Discovery’s Animal Planet. She’s also been featured in USA Today, The L.A. Times, Ladies Home Journal, Woman’s World, InStyle, and the New York Daily News.

For more about Dr. Carol, visit her online at http://ChagrinFallsPetClinic.com

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Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/117948/senior-planning-halloween-with-pets-vet-visits

October 30, 2019

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When we are young we don’t want to think about our golden years. But as we age, it is a necessity to consider how our long term care and life-style will be. We will discuss housing, health, and legal tools to help sail through our senior days with ease.

This Halloween enjoy the festivities with your pets. Integrative Veterinarian Dr. Carol Osborne, DVM offers a few simple safety tips for pets and their owners to help ensure fun for all while trick or treating this season. 

Are you properly prepared for your veterinary visits? Since our pets can’t talk, humans need to be able to give a health history. For the welfare of your pet, it’s critical to know what vets need to know to help your furry friend.

Bio:

Dr. Carol Osborne is a world-renowned integrative veterinarian, author and entrepreneur. A pioneer in anti-aging medicine and longevity research for pets, she created and patented PAAWS: Pet Anti-Aging Wellness System for dogs and cats. Dr. Carol holds both the dog and cat scientific patents. She authored international best sellers, Naturally Healthy Dogs and Naturally Healthy Cats. Currently, Dr. Osborne offers traditional veterinary care integrated with natural holistic therapies, diets and remedies for dogs and cats at the Chagrin Falls Veterinary Center & Pet Clinic located in Chagrin Falls, Ohio.

Dr. Carol is also a popular media personality and has been a frequent guest on FOX & Friends, The Today Show, Good Day L.A., and Discovery’s Animal Planet. She’s also been featured in USA Today, The L.A. Times, Ladies Home Journal, Woman’s World, InStyle, and the New York Daily News.

For more about Dr. Carol, visit her online at http://ChagrinFallsPetClinic.com

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Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/117948/senior-planning-halloween-with-pets-vet-visits

October 23, 2019

When a diagnosis of cancer is delivered, panic prevails. Some risk factors we can alter, others we can’t, but knowledge is power. Did you know that high breast density surpasses other known risk factors for developing breast cancer, such as family history or later-in-life childbirth? Facts you need to know to stay healthy. 

Have you visited the birthplace of democracy? Greece is enchanting with over six thousands islands, most of which are uninhabited. The food is delicious, the people are friendly, and the mythology is fascinating.

Our gardens are winding down and so too will we. Get to work finishing your tasks this autumn in anticipation of a restful winter with the help of Goddess Gardener, Cynthia Brian. www.cynthiabrian.com/gardening

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Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/117904/breast-cancer-info-greece-back-to-work

October 16, 2019

If you had one minute to evacuate your home before you would be in peril, do you know what to grab. Cynthia Brian had exactly that and although she thought she was prepared with filled emergency Go Bag, she learned some life-saving lessons in a recent fire. https://www.lamorindaweekly.com/archive/issue1317/One-Minute-to-Evacuate-a-personal-perspective-from-the-Oct-10-fire.html

Remodeling is stressful. When you choose a contractor, you are choosing someone who will be part of your family for a few months or longer. The relationship you build is critical to the success of your project and the happiness of your household. Learn tips to build a lasting positive bond. 

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Virtual reality systems are becoming the newest invaluable tools for educating patients and their families about forthcoming surgeries. The technology is primarily used for surgical planning to chart the pathways to tumors. Since most kids love video games, this new medical virtual reality is helping young patients and the applications are limitless. Get ready for healing headsets and handsets! The future is here. 

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Canoe plants are the superfoods of Hawaii. Taro, breadfruit, Indian mulberry, sugarcane, and sweet potato are considered sacred seeds of life. Nonprofits throughout Hawaii operate with a mission to protect and restore native Hawaiian practices and culture. 

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Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/117612/contractor-bonding-medical-virtual-reality-canoe-plants

October 09, 2019

Do you buy shoes for comfort or for looks? Your feet determine the mechanical fires o walking, standing, and running. If you are not wearing the proper footwear you could be doing damage to your entire body. Find out how to shop for shoes that are both stylish and sturdy.

Divorce can be ugly and painful. When children are involved, divorce can be horribly heartbreaking. For the well-being of your children, there are a few things to do and not do that will assist with a smoother transition. 

If you love beauty and flowers, a visit to the Butchart Gardens on Vancouver Island in British Columbia is a bucket list item. Over 55 acres of 900 species and numerous glorious gardens makes this an excursion of awakening. Goddess Gardener, Cynthia Brian, explores the gardens and shares the cornucopia of color, texture, and exotic plants that surprise and delight. www.CynthiaBrian.com/gardening

Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/117598/shoe-shopping-divorce-dos-or-do-nots-benvenuto-butchart

October 02, 2019

Autumn has arrived and with it a bounty of fruit. If you like DIY projects, Goddess Gardener Cynthia Brian explains a simple way to stretch the season by using a dehydrator to make dried fruit leathers.

October sees the rise in cases of influenza. Have you had your flu shot yet? Find out why it is important to be immunized again flu and shingles.

As we age our bones become more brittle. Treatment for osteoporosis is critical to prevent future fractures. Identify bone loss at the earliest stage and take steps to strengthen your bones with exercise and supplements. It’s important to maintain good balance to fend off falls.

Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel:https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/117363/fall-farming-flu-shots-fracture-fight

September 25, 2019

First responder rates of PTSD and suicide are astronomical, and equally prevalent are depression, drug addiction, insomnia, panic attacks, anger management issues, alcoholism, divorce, and domestic violence. “This leaves the safety of our communities vulnerable since the safety and well-being of any community is critically linked to the wellness of the first responder’s mind, body, and spirit,” according to Captain Dan Willis author of Bulletproof Spirit.  Cynthia Brian will converse with Captain Dan to find out what assistance and support is available.

Are you a cat lover? Does your cat share your bed? Have you ever been scratched or bitten? As much as we love these furry, cuddly creatures,  it is wise to take precautions as cat bites, scratches, dander, and saliva can make you sick or even cause death. Find out about the claws and paws of kitty love so that you can enjoy a happy life with your animal friend, 

Rabies is a virus transmitted through bite or scratch wounds form infected animals.Often only one to two weeks transpire between onset of signs and death. Rabies is a disease that needs to be reported to the Center for Disease Control. We’ll find how to prevent this disease through animal vaccination.

Bio: 

Dan Willis served as a police captain, homicide detective, wellness unit coordinator, and SWAT commander. He is a graduate of San Diego State University and the FBI National Academy. He currently instructs nationwide on trauma, PTSD, and the process of healing.  He is the author of Bulletproof Spirit, The First Responder’s Essential Resource for Protecting and Healing Mind and Heart.. He lives in San Diego, CA, and his website is www.FirstResponderWellness.com. 

Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/117087/bulletproof-cat-sense-rabies

September 18, 2019

Do you know how to manage your time? Time management is critical to success and achievement. Learn how to prioritize your minutes and discover what is genuinely important in your life.

Have you experienced the power of crystals? Jolie DeMarco is a healer who users crystals to work through illness. In her book, High Vibe Crystal Healing, Jolie works with crystals not only for healing but for having more fun, gaining increased knowledge, living with a higher frequency, and finding your purpose. She’ll do a visual crystal reading on air. Jolie is energetic and relatable. This isn’t a woo woo segment. The tips and techniques Jolie provides will enhance your daily life. 

Are you one of those people who use Snapchat or Facetune to take blemish-free selfies? Are you getting addicted to seeing your perfect face? Filtered images may contribute to poor self-esteem or even trigger body dysmorphic disorder (BDD). It’s time to take a closer look at the damage the selfies may be causing. 

BIO: Jolie DeMarco is a spiritual lifestyle expert- in all things Metaphysical. She’s an inspirational speaker, author, professional grounded intuitive and renowned Crystal Healer. Some call her a “Crystal Junkie.” She is an extraordinarily gifted Clairvoyant channel, Medium, Reiki Master, and Master Meditation teacher.  Jolie also owns two crystal shops in Florida where you can buy healing stones and gems. Her book is High Vibe Crystal Healing: Crystal Frequencies and Body Layouts that will Rock Your World! http://crystaljunkie.com/ Jolie was a guest on Express Yourself! tune in https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/117096/health-and-crystal-healing

Listen at Voice America Network Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/117163/time-management-crystal-healing-selfie-dysmorphia

September 11, 2019

Do Angels live amongst us? Who or what are angels? do they have wings or are they caring humans and animals? Whether you believe in heavenly helpers or not, author Keith Leon could change your life for the better with his book, Walking with My Angels.

You remember where you were and what you were doing if you were alive during major events in history: the bombing of Pearl Harbor, the assassination of President Kennedy, the terrorist attacks of 9/11. It’s been 18 years since the Twin Towers fell and thousands of lives were lost in NYC, the Pentagon, and in the crash in Pennsylvania. We will talk about how the world has changed since this tragic disaster.

The trilogy of Be the Star You Are!® books all debuted in various years in the month of September. September 2001, September 2009, and September 2018. How did the series evolve and why are they so empowering? Author, Cynthia Brian sheds light on living, loving, laughing, and learning to make a difference. https://www.CynthiaBrian.com/books

Bio: Keith Leon S. is a multiple international best-selling author, he owns a successful publishing company and he's a speaker/trainer who's well known as, "The Book Guy." Keith authored the best-selling book, Who Do You Think You Are? Discover the Purpose of Your Life, which featured 10 people from the hit movie, The Secret. Keith has appeared on many popular radio and television broadcasts, and his work has been covered by Inc. Magazine, LA Weekly, The Huffington Post, Published Magazine and Succeed Magazine just to name a few. He has spoken at events that included Jack Canfield, Bob Proctor, Neale Donald Walsch, Barbara De Angelis, John Gray, Michael Beckwith and Marianne Williamson. He's also a talented musician who has made music with Stevie Wonder, Ben Vereen, Nancy Wilson, Keb Mo, and Carl Anderson. Keith has been led by angels since his early childhood, and now he shares his message with those who are ready and willing to hear it. One of his passions is teaching people how to go from first thought to bestseller and to create what he calls, "The World's Greatest Business Card.” https://www.walkingwithmyangelsbook.com

Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/116919/angels-remembering-911-be-the-star-you-are-series

September 04, 2019

The secret of life is to believe the more I ask,

the more I receive.

~Author Unknown

On September 9, 1999, Be the Star You Are! 501 c3 charity was granted its 501 c3 status. What began with a heartfelt dream of increasing positive media messages and empowering women, families, and youth through increased literacy endured challenging years with little support and less dollars. Somehow, the charity has survived and to date has served more than 410,820 individuals and families and donated more than $2 million in resources to those in need. Founder and Executive Director, Cynthia Brian, retells the ups and downs of leading a small and mighty non profit. Help us celebrate this milestone by making a tax-deductible donation to BTSYA charity.  Read a volunteer's perspective on the anniversary. https://www.lamorindaweekly.com/archive/issue1314/Local-literacy-nonprofit-celebrates-20-years-of-service.html

https://wwwBetheStarYouAre.org 

http://www.BTSYA.org

The quest for creating delicious and original cuisine and beverages is time honored. If you have visited any upscale restaurants or taverns recently, you probably have witnessed the rebirth of mixology. Although local wines and craft beers are always in fashion, adventurous infused spirits with herbs, fruits, flowers, and berries have become the new rock stars. It’s all about the garden garnishes!

Algae blooms occur in lakes and streams in every state and toxic algae can be dangerous or even deadly. Because of rain, fertilizer run-off, pesticides, and climate change, algae growth is increasing and is becoming problematic for humans and animals. Find out how to identify when to stay away from the water.

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Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/116918/20-years-of-btsya-garden-garnishes-algae-blooms

August 28, 2019

Can you recall facts, figures, and birthdays? Do you constantly misplace your sunglasses, wallet, keys, and wallet? Maybe a few of these memory hacks from experts in the field will help.

Sometimes we crave manicured, organized, and very proper outdoor spaces. Other times it’s the chaos that controls and comforts us. Goddess Gardener welcomes the controlled chaos into our landscapes and explains how it could benefit you as well.https://www.cynthiabrian.com/gardening

We live in a tech world that has helped us in many ways, however, some of the unsavory aspects of connectivity is the way that bullying has evolved. Social media sites, including Instagram have been plagued with nasty cyberbullying. Is it time to pull the plug and go offline? 

Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: 

https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/116705/memory-sharpeners-uncontrolled-chaos-tech-bullying

August 21, 2019

When you mix business and leisure the result is bleisure! But is it a good idea to constantly be on the clock? Perhaps it is time to shut the door, unplug the phone, and actually take a vacation. Keeping work and leisure separate may be better for your health and productivity!

Would you like to live until 100 or longer? Aside from having a fatal accident, there are steps everyone can take to increase longevity Blue zone studies across the world indicate that their is a common denominator with those who live long, fun-filled lives. Cynthia Brian uncovers the threads to vitality and health.

We all think that we are too smart to be scammed or hacked. It’s time to rethink this confidence. As ridiculous as many scams sound, the hackers are growing increasingly bold, deceptive, and determined. Find out what you can do to protect yourself. Don’t talk, don’t click, don’t call the number on your screen.For more information on the types of fraudulent activities that could affect you, visit www.USA.gov.

Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/116495/bleisure-live-longer-scam-hackers

August 14, 2019

Have you thought about hiring an interior designer to help you with the design of your home or office? Do you know the difference between a designer and a decorator? Do you have a particular style that you gravitate to? Professional A.S.I.D., Cynthia Brian, will give you the questions you need to ask yourself before you jump in as well as how to find the right person for your project. 

How old were you when you met your best friend or friends? Although people find friends throughout their lives, according to a large survey, age 21 was the average age when best friends connected. We’ll find out why the 20’s are a prime time to discover who your soul mates will be.

At the height of summer, mosquitoes, yellow jackets, flies and ticks are not only a nuisance, they can cause you dire health issues. Spiders are more active and ants threaten picnic with infestation. What are the less toxic controls you can use to protect yourself and your family? Goddess Gardener, Cynthia Brian, provides strategies for detection and prevention. www.CynthiaBrian.com

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Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/116496/choosing-interior-designers-best-friends-what-is-bugging-you

August 07, 2019

According to the American Psychiatric Association, 39 percent of Americans reported higher levels of anxiety in 2018 than in 2017. Women experience double the amount of anxiety and it’s not getting better. What is anxiety and what can you do about it? This hour of power will dive into handling the stress, using natural remedies, seeking professional help, discussing mental illness, anxiety solutions without prescriptions, and ideas on how technology may help.

Everyone will experience stress or anxiety at some point in their life. Implement some of these strategies and perhaps relief will be in your future.

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Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel:: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/116252/anxiety-relief

July 31, 2019

Do you check the largest organ on your body regularly? By noticing changes on your skin is critical to your health. Skin conditions need to be evaluated and treated by a board-certified dermatologist.

With the lovely warm weather, whether it’s throwing a blanket on the deck for an impromptu picnic or setting a stunning table for a themed get-together, dining alfresco is Cynthia Brian’s preferred approach to feeding guests.  Learn how to throw a picnic or pool party that is fun, fanciful, and memorable with Goddess Gardener, Cynthia Brian.  Summer is the time to slow down and appreciate being outside surrounded by nature. Recipes included! https:/www.CynthiaBrian.com

The World Health Organization defines health as “a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.” Western medicine treats illness with medications or procedures. Integrative Medicine uses a combination of approaches that include a partnership in healing of practitioner and patient.

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Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/116283/dermatology-tips-picnic-party-integrative-medicine

July 24, 2019

Have you always wanted to write a book but don’t want to self-publish? Getting an agent and finding a publisher can take years and isn’t always beneficial either. Hybrid publishing, which is an author subsided model, could be the answer.

The Author’s Guild recently released the Author Income survey which revealed that writing related incomes fell to historic lows with a median income of $6080 in 2017 which is down 42% from incomes reported in 2009. Incomes from book incomes fell even more. What does this mean for the future of book writing?

When things go wrong as the often will, you have a choice to be negative or find the power in positivity. looking on the bright side may not be your normal way of being, but embracing positivity can be learned. The ever optimistic Cynthia Brian offers tools.

The show ends with his newest release, "If I can’t Have You” ​ 

Spotify: Dylan Lloyd

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Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel:: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/116085/singersongwriter-dylan-lloyd-hybrid-publishing-author-incomes

July 17, 2019

On July 20, 1969, Apollo’s 11’s lunar model touched down at 4:17 pm EDT. Six hours later Neil Armstrong took “one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind.”  Buzz Aldrin joined him and Michale Collins waited in the skies. In the last 50 years, only 12 astronauts have walked on the moon. What did the moon landing mean to us? 

Physicians throughout the ages have encouraged people to go outside more. Science supports the fact that exposure to natural stimuli, especially gardening, lowers blood pressure, bolsters immune systems, reduces the levels of stress hormones, improves our disposition, increases confidence, promotes healing, lessens inflammation, minimizes obesity problems, and decreases our dependence on pain medication. Goddess Gardener, Cynthia Brian prescribes parks not painkillers. Read more at https://www.lamorindaweekly.com/archive/issue1310/Digging-Deep-with-Goddess-Gardener-Cynthia-Brian-Parks-not-pills.html

Being talented isn’t enough to be successful. If you want to be profitable, you need to know how to run a business. Every business faces risks. Identifying them and taking the steps to mitigate obstacles is crucial.

Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/116053/apollo-11-parks-not-pills-profitable

July 10, 2019

Do you listen to audiobooks? What about radio and TV commercials? Have you ever wondered who are the faces behind the voices? Meet Marc Cushman, voice talent for over 40 years who is also a TV/radio commercial producer. Marc has taught undergraduate and graduate students at USC, UCLA and California Institute of the Arts, instructs voice-acting of all levels through his classes through The Cashman Cache of Voice-Acting Techniques in Los Angeles, CA. He also coaches voice actors worldwide, produces V-O demos, and writes monthly online columns for NowCasting.com and Backstage Magazine.

The talent agency for Cynthia Brian recently sent an important document concerning sexual harassment and information regarding eating disorders. In light of the egregious conduct of many powerful players in many industries, including the entertainment industry, these notices are critical pieces of information.

There are no easy solutions to the challenges of college admissions as the stress and tension among parents and teens mounts about being able to get into an appropriate institution of higher learning. Cynthia Brian relates how her alma mater’s chancellor at CAL Berkeley addresses this complicated issue. 

BIO: MARC CASHMAN is one of the few people in the commercial production business on “both sides of the glass”—as an award-winning Radio and TV commercial producer, as well as a working voice actor.  

Voice President of Cashman Commercials, Marc creates and produces music and copy advertising for Radio, TV and Internet, and has won over 150 advertising awards, including the prestigious CLIO, on behalf of hundreds of ad agencies and clients across the country. 

Voted one of the “Best Voices of the Year” by AudioFile Magazine three times—and an Audie winner—Marc is a veteran voice actor with 40 years of studio experience in Radio, TV and Internet commercials, foreign film dubbing, animated series, video games, and over 150 audiobooks. Author of one of the best-selling books on voice acting, “V-Oh!  Tips, Tricks, Tools and Techniques to Start and Sustain Your Voiceover Career,” Marc is currently represented by numerous talent agencies around the country. 

www.cashmancommercials.com

Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/115917/voice-overs-with-marc-cashman-workplace-harassment-troubling-co

July 03, 2019

Farmer’s Markets are popping up in every small and large town around the country as people seek fresher, healthier food. The best option is to grow your own as Goddess Gardener Cynthia Brian discusses the fruit frenzy happening in her orchards, but if you don’t have a garden, at least you want to eat in season. Community gardens are an option to bring people together to grow and be healthy.

Remember thinking that boys or girls had cooties? Well, kids still accuse other kids of the germs, although today they may reflect physical appearance as there is greater emphasis on body shaming. How can we help kids deal and express their feelings? 

Drowning is the leading cause of injury-related death for children ages 1-4 so a new recommendation is to start teaching toddlers to swim. If there is one plant that you should keep around it is aloe vera. It soothes sunburns, repairs wounds, and suppresses inflammation. Are you eating enough eggs? Packed with protein and healthy fats, eggs may be the perfect food.

Celebrate the 4th of July with an evening picnic while enjoying a fireworks show!

Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel:: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/115776/hyper-local-produce-cooties-and-feelings-swimming-and-wellness

June 26, 2019

Not everyone knows how to read, but reading is an activity that expands your horizons, At Be the Star You Are!®, out motto is “Read, lead, succeed. To be a leader you must be a reader.”  Research indicates that reading is good for you, giving your brain a workout. Obviously it helps you get and keep a good job. Most of all, reading keeps you safe. Learn more!

Want to save time? Boost productivity? Get organized?

Develop new, social-media strategies? Make your social media marketing less chaotic with a few of these suggestions. 

We are halfway through 2019. Interesting health-based lifestyle trends have surfaced including everything CBD, an interest in getting more sleep, and caring for our world. Find out what else tops the list with Cynthia Brian on StarStyle® today! https://www.CynthiaBrian.com 

Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel:: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/115647/reading-for-success-social-media-marketing-healthy-lifestyle-tr

June 19, 2019

With a glass of vino in hand and several varietals opened on the patio, Goddess Gardener Cynthia Brian and her sommelier daughter stroll through the garden to snip, crush, and crunch leaves and flowers to experience flavors in wine. Warm weather is here and it’s time to find out how to get a sip of summer. https://www.CynthiaBrian.com/gardening

We are all attracted to confident individuals. How can we become self-confident and exude this confidence to others. Self-esteem and self-confidence are different and they are learnable. Cynthia Brian will give you the tools. 

If you like tackling home improvement projects, there are now apps to help you succeed. You no longer have to get out a lengthy manual and spend time reading the instructions. Check out these fun DIY apps and get your tool belt ready to rock. 

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Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel:: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/115515/sip-into-summer-self-confidence-apps-for-diy

June 12, 2019

Do you dream of retiring early? Do you have a plan for what you’ll do with the rest of your life? Golf, travel, and rocking chairs may not be enough. New research indicates that health problems intensify after workers qualify for retirement benefits and abate with introduced work. 

One million of the earth’s 8 million plant and animal species face imminent extinction. It’s happening at a rate of tens to hundreds time the speed as the rate over the pat 10 million years. Our ecosystems and humans are threatened. What can we do?

When it comes to love, should you pay more attention to your kids or your spouse? It’s an interesting questions because you got together with your spouse for love, but then the kids came along and you love them so much. Research proves that kids are most adjusted and happiest when their parents have a great relationship. What do you think?

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Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/115194/retire-to-expire-species-extinction-loving-spouse-and-kids

June 05, 2019

How can you live a long, happy life? Get healthy! Cynthia Brian poses the questions that we all ask ourselves and offers long-term solutions to everyday concerns. Want to know the best way to control your high blood pressure? Too stressed out? Should I be tested for Alzheimer’s gene? StarStyle has the answers!

Goddess Gardener Cynthia Brian remarks: “Every day I learn something new in the garden, usually by the mistakes I unwittingly make.” She’ll show you that the more you rake, dig, weed, plant, sweep, and mulch, the more wisdom you will grow. https://www.cynthiabrian.com/gardening

Are you sick and tired of having to buy new appliances every few years? What happened to those washing machines that lasted forty years? Strategies to buying appliances that will give you the most bang for your buck and last the longest for the best value is the focus of this segment.

Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/115290/health-now-growing-wisdom-buying-appliances

May 29, 2019

The Life Changing Power of Sophrology is a book by Dominique Antiglio, a London-based expert in the field. Sophrology is a stress-management and self-development method based on a practice for body and mind. Sophrology uniquely blends the essence of Eastern practices like meditation and yoga with Western science like relaxation, psychology, neurology into a simple practice to build resilience, positivity and transform your daily experiences.

Giving constructive, positive feedback is a skill that is learnable. Whether you are a manager or a mother, being able to increase performance and production with helpful advice will benefit everyone. 

The best possible cure for what ails you could be right outside your door. Nature calls and it is free medicine. Are prescriptions for spending more times outdoors walking in forests, parks, and growing plants the way of the future? Ask your doctor if an RX for nature is right for you and tune in for the advice that will make a difference in your health.

BIO:

Dominique Antiglio is a Sophrologist specializing in stress-management, self-development, and birth preparation. Born in Switzerland, Dominique started Sophrology at fifteen years old, learning early ways to positively connect with herself and embrace a new way of living.

At twenty-five, she graduated from the renowned European School of Osteopathy in Kent obtaining her Bsc(Hons) Ost. She returned to her native hometown and ran a successful osteopathic clinic for a decade, as well as specializing in treating children and pregnant women in France and the US. At the same time, she continued her personal development journey with Sophrology and trained as a Sophrologist. Dominique gained her Masters in Caycedian Sophrology (2006), notably training with Professor Caycedo, the founder of the method. Passionate about the mind-body connection, she also explored the power of sound and obtained her Holistic Voice Diploma in 2013 in the UK.

In 2011, having witnessed so many positive changes through the power of Sophrology for herself and her clients, she moved to London and founded BeSophro, a leading Sophrology clinic in Mayfair with an online platform. Through BeSophro she supports and inspires a wide variety of clients, individually and in groups, and working with schools and in the corporate environment, enthusiastically promoting the benefits of Sophrology in the UK and beyond. Her work has notably been featured in the Guardian, the Telegraph and Psychologies magazine. In 2015, Dominique also became a mother. www.besophro.com

Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/115115/sophrology-feedback-natures-rx

May 22, 2019

You’ve made it for the quarter of the year, but how can you harness your inspiration to keep on track for the long haul when it comes to your goals? Let’s make a plan and stick to it! Coach cynthia Brian helps you with the particulars. 

If you want to color your world to fit your lifestyle, you only need to make a visit to the paint store. Paint is powerful. It has the potential to energize, increase appetite, calm you, and help you be more productive. Professional ASID interior designer, Cynthia Brian shares what colors will work best to express yourself.

Gardening enriches our lives in every way. We become physically stronger, mentally more acute, and definitely less stressed. Being in nature is mandatory for our pleasure and health of body, mind, and spirit.  The sounds, smells, and sights of the natural world are soothing and enhance appreciation for life. Goddess Gardener, Cynthia Brian offers tips on how to safely garden at any age. https://www.CynthiaBrian.com/garden

Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/115012/sustaining-goals-color-your-world-all-age-gardening

May 15, 2019

The loss of lives and the devastation to California forests and homes in the past couple of years has many people re-thinking global warming. There are bigger, costlier and more frequent wildfires burning in the state more than ever before. As the temperatures rise and the vegetation gets drier, California can expect a 50% increase in burning blazes. What needs to be done and how can we protect ourselves from the next inferno? Cynthia Brian fuels the debate on how to manage our forests and our landscapes. 

When we find a fledgling on the ground or baby bunny alone, our instinct is to rescue it. However, normally the mother is nearby and our human intervention could signal the demise of the creature. Unless an animal has been injured, orphaned, or attacked, it is best to let nature take its course.

Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/114983/fire-the-new-abnormal-and-rescuing-baby-animals

May 08, 2019

Trends come and go while style is what is lasts. We’ll look at what is trending now and what home design features can add value to the sale of your home.

Fires are going to be part of our future. Do you know how to landscape with a fire wise mentality? Goddess Gardener, Cynthia Brian, shares information one Firescaping, a landscape design that reduces house and property vulnerability to wildfire. While enhancing the beauty of the property, we surround the house with plants that are less likely to ignite and create a defensible space. 

It almost feels like the end of Prohibition when alcohol was finally legal. Marijuana is now mainstream. The plants is now showing up in oils, creams, candies, and more.Major companies are investing in cannabis.  But what can cannabis do for you? Find out the difference between THC and CBD. Is the grass greener? You decide.

Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/114870/design-trends-firescaping-cannabis-101

May 01, 2019

In 1972, Jan Sherman was a beautiful 22 year old actress/stunt woman who fled the Hollywood ‘rat race’ by moving to the island of Ibiza off the coast of Spain.  Her life changed forever after attending an eclectic party of expatriate artists and hippies when the hostess invited her to South America to buy and smuggle a kilo of cocaine. Talent agent and sister of Jan, Gail Sherman Jones unveils her new book, Rendezvous with the Fat Man, about the true saga of her sister’s double life. www.talentplusloslatinos.com

Music megastar, Taylor Swift, turns thirty this year and shares thoughts on lessons she’s learned. She says 2019 is the year for sharing and caring.

More than 18,000 plant species are native to the United States and approximately 6000 species are endemic to California. Natives are drought tolerant and wildlife attractors bringing songbirds, lizards, salamanders, butterflies, frogs, hummingbirds, bees, and other pollinators into the landscape. Goddess Gardener, Cynthia Brian guides us through a native garden. www.CynthiaBrian.com

Bio:Gail Sherman Jones is Owner-Director of Talent+Plus/Los Latinos Talent Agency, the oldest talent agency in the San Francisco Bay Area since 1981. She represents actors/models for TV commercials, videos, print work, movies, & TV series. Previously, she taught Spanish & social studies for 12 years at a middle school in the Latino barrio of East San Jose, CA.  RENDEZVOUS WITH THE FAT MAN is her first book initiated by the death of her sister Jan in 2013. Gail discovered Jan’s unpublished manuscript in her estate exposing her secret double life as a cocaine smuggler from 1972-1980. Jan made 11 trips to South America, scoring 7 kilos of coke, netting over $500,000 ($2 million today). Gail’s screenplay of the book is being considered for a film by a major production company in LA. www.talentplusloslatinos.com

Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/114587/rendezvous-with-the-fat-man-taylor-swifts-lessons-natures-nat

April 24, 2019

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In The Gratitude Formula, McCarthy offers a definable, practical system that you can put to use every day to achieve success in your relationships, career, finances, health, personal pursuits, spiritual growth, and virtually any other aspect of your life. www.maymccarthy.com

It may be easy to be a helicopter parent but the example you set for your children is negative. Instead of raising confident children, you breed risk averse adults. Learn to teach your children that figure is part of life. The secret is learning to be resilient.

Thanksgiving doesn’t only come once a year in November. Creating a habit of grateful living is a daily ritual with compounding benefits. Cynthia Brian offers tips for gratitude actions from her new book, Be the Star You Are! Millennials to Boomers Celebrating Gifts of Positive Voices in a Changing Digital World. http://www.CynthiaBrian.com/online-store

Bio- Since 1982, May McCarthy has helped to start and grow six successful companies as large as $100 million in annual revenues.  She is a best-selling author, speaker, university lecturer and angel investor.  She serves on business, philanthropic, arts and university boards.  May has become successful by implementing spiritual principles into her ventures, and it is her passion to pass her knowledge on to others.  She is the author of the best-selling book The Path to Wealth and her newest title, The Gratitude Formula: A 7-Step Success System to Create a Life That You Love  www.maymccarthy.com

Listen at Voice america Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/114334/the-gratitude-formula-helping-kids-fail-be-a-great-boss-the-gi

April 17, 2019

If you want to be a better boss, we have the qualities, habits, and policies that you’ll want to emulate and incorporate into your work culture. If you are seeking a new job and want to be successful and happy, it will behoove you to seek a great boss by looking for these signs.

The horrors of slavery that transpired during the 350 years of the transatlantic slave trade may seem like past history, but the reality is that according to the United Nation’s International Labor Organization more than three times as many humans are being bought and sold today. Human trafficking is a multi-billion dollar business. How can we put a stop to modern slavery? How can we stop the exploitation?

That bottle of pills that has been touted as curing everything from insomnia to anxiety but be nothing but snake oil. The FDA can’t patrol the $43 billion domestic sales of every supplement so it may be time to get some extra information. 

Be empowered with books by Cynthia Brian: http://www.cynthiaBrian.com/online-store

Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/114433/being-a-great-boss-modern-slavery-supplement-scams

April 10, 2019

A highly contagious and deadly bird virus, the dreaded Virulent Newcastle Disease has moved north from Southern California. Most infections have occurred among chickens raised at homes on the outskirts of urban areas, where former farms and stables have become incorporated into cities but still have dense pockets of animals.Because of the threat to the state’s $2.5-billion poultry industry, poultry owners are prohibited from moving birds in all of Los Angeles County, as well as large areas of San Bernardino and Riverside counties.

The college admission scandal has rocked the world for students who are working hard to attend institutions of higher learning. It is admirable that parents encourage their children to succeed but deplorable when some parents buy prestige. Heather Brittany and Cynthia Brian will deconstruct the recent university scams providing a mother/daughter viewpoint. Read more at http://www.StarStyleRadio.com 

Heather Brittany Bio

After earning a triple major in Communications, English, and Women’s Studies, Heather Brittany became a Reproductive Health Assistant, Certified Bar instructor, and active supporter of women’s rights. She was a teen co-founder of Be the Star You Are!® 501 c3 charity to empower women, families, and youth through increased literacy and positive media messages. From 2002-2016, Heather produced and co-hosted the T42 segments on StarStyle®-Be the Star You Are!® As a Screen Actors Guild and AFTRA member, Heather votes in the annual SAG awards. She lives in Southern California with her beloved husband, dog, and a brood of chickens where she enjoys gardening, nature, hiking, and entertaining. Working in the wine industry, she has recently become a sommelier and encourages everyone to have a daily glass of vino for better health and happiness.

Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/114382/new-castle-disease-and-school-scandals

April 03, 2019

It takes more muscles to frown than to smile. Although being a positive person may not come naturally, it is a skill that can be learned. Shifting your glass from half empty to half full offers health benefits and happier days. Empowerment Architect Cynthia Brian will give you the tools to less wrinkles with more positivity.

Good neighbors help a household feel protected, happy, and balanced. Companion plantings in gardens serve the same purpose. Learn how to make your landscape more compatible for a more beautiful, flourishing environment.

If you are an animal lover but can’t keep a pet long term, perhaps signing up to be a foster pet parent is the answer. Volunteer to foster an animal that suits your lifestyle and your timetable. Pick up copies of the book, Growing with the Goddess Gardener from http://www.CynthiaBrian.com/online-store and receive lots of free goodies, including seeds.

Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/114051/power-of-positivity-garden-neighbors-pet-fostering

March 27, 2019

Traveling alone can be a rewarding and enriching experience. Even though most popular destinations are safe, it is wise to take precautions no matter where you are. It’s not all about getting your wallet nabbed. Dangers and challenges can be avoided by following a few simple tips.

“I can’t believe a film about menstruation just won an Oscar,” Rayka Zehtabchi exclaimed in her acceptance speech. Menstrual equity—the fight to ensure that people who get their periods have access to the products and support they need—is a hard fight. Reproductive Health specialist, Cynthia Brittany, and women’s advocate Cynthia Brian tackle this touchy topic. As Rayka said: “A period should end a sentence, not a girls education.” Period!

Heather Brittany Bio

After earning a triple major in Communications, English, and Women’s Studies, Heather Brittany became a Reproductive Health Assistant, Certified Bar instructor, and active supporter of women’s rights. She was a teen co-founder of Be the Star You Are!® 501 c3 charity to empower women, families, and youth through increased literacy and positive media messages. From 2002-2016, Heather produced and co-hosted the T42 segments on StarStyle®-Be the Star You Are!® As a Screen Actors Guild and AFTRA member, Heather votes in the annual SAG awards. She lives in Southern California with her beloved husband, dog, and a brood of chickens where she enjoys gardening, nature, hiking, and entertaining. Working in the wine industry, she has recently become a sommelier and encourages everyone to have a daily glass of vino for better health and happiness.

Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/113717/traveling-alone-womens-health-period

March 20, 2019

Hello Spring! As if on cue, terra firma has erupted in a procession of power plants. As the soil warms and the daylight hours grow longer, it is time to prepare your garden for seeding by weeding, hoeing, and adding rich soil. Find out what’s happening this season with author of Growing with the Goddess Gardener, Cynthia Brian. http://wwwCynthiaBrian.com

Do you know the difference between loneliness and being alone? There are proven benefits to spending time by yourself. Taking moments of solitude will enhance and increase your creativity and restore your well-being. Learn how to be by yourself and thrive.

Workers of today covet more flexible time to spend with their families or perform other tasks. But what if your nine-to-five doesn’t allow for a flexible schedule? We’ll look at ways you can convince your boss that you’ll be a fabulous employee no matter where you are.

Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/113569/awaken-spring-solo-flex-time

March 13, 2019

Spring is just around the corner, making this a great time to start thinking about sprucing up your garden. With just a little effort, you can make your entire property bloom! Even if you think you don’t have a green thumb, try these quick and affordable gardening tips with easy ideas to suit every budget.

Sitter cams are personal surveillance cameras that are either hidden or installed in plain sight to record a nanny or baby sitter’s activities on the job. Is it a useful tool or is it a relationship buster? Florence Ann Romano, The Windy City Nanny joins Cynthia Brian to discuss the issue and her children’s book, Nanny and Me, a sweet, educational story that helps families introduce a new caregiver to their home. 

Can you be diagnosed accurately with a virtual physician? What about virtual psychiatry? With secure video connections, expert help can be just a few clicks away. For children with depression, a virtual appointment could release the tension sooner. 

Bio: Florence Ann Romano, The Windy City Nanny™ (www.WindyCityNanny.com), is a dedicated philanthropist and former nanny who has always had a special place in her heart for children. Romano worked for over 15 years as a nanny, beginning as a ‘Mommy’s helper’ at the age of 11. She shares her experiences in Nanny and Me (Mascot Books, May 2015), her beautifully illustrated debut book for children making the transition from being cared for solely by their parents to having a nanny in their home. 

Born and raised just outside of Chicago, Romano earned a degree in performance theatre at Bradley University in Peoria, IL. She is the CEO and Owner of Kindred Content - a full service video production company based in Chicago. She has served as President and Founder of a nonprofit board dedicated to autism awareness and now serves on the Executive Board of the Children's Research Fund at Lurie's Children's Hospital. 

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Listen Live at Voice America Network: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/113812/petal-power-nanny-cams-virtual-doctor

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March 06, 2019

When you need advice, do you know where to turn? Do you have mentors that can steer you in the right direction? There’s no one size fits all coach, so start creating a team of advisors that can be mutually beneficial. From strategy to growing pains, stay on topic and keep the questions to fifteen minutes or less. 

When it comes to exercising, many people believe if they don’t hit the gym they are failing. The reality is that all physical movement counts. Whether it is a walk around the block, carrying groceries, or dancing the samba, every little bit will improve health. Explore alternative ways to get moving with Cynthia Brian.

Bobby McFerrin sang, “Don’t worry. Be happy!” The pursuit of happiness is being scientifically studied with fascinating results. Research indicates that 50% of our happiness is determined by genetics, 10% by our circumstances, and 40% by our personal choices. We can choose to be happy and being generous and grateful are ways to be happier. 

Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/113228/mentor-milestones-get-moving-be-happy

February 27, 2019

Have you ever received an email from a stranger with information that you felt compelled to share? Hear real world lessons imparted in an email with strategies that are not taught in school. 

Resilient people are happier people and less likely to develop PTSD, depression, and anxiety, Being able to bounce back after an injury, surgery, or difficult challenge is the realm of optimists. When life is cruel, find out how you can learn this skill from coach Cynthia Brian.

Mustard greens are known for their peppery flavor when raw and milder taste when cooked. Fields of yellow mustard blanket vineyards and orchards providing a cover crop. The plant’s seeds are what goes into the “grep poupon”. The leaves have the same amount of fiber and iron as kale. Discover what other superfoods you can be growing in the winter. http;//www.cynthiaBrian.com

Listen at Voice America Network Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/113226/real-world-lessons-bounce-back-pass-the-mustard

February 20, 2019

A practice is a combination of an intention, an aspiration, and an action. Grounded in the depth and simplicity of his experience of leading a Zen monastery kitchen, Marc Lesser unpacks the richness of mindfulness in his book, Seven Practices of a Mindful Leader. With success stories, exercises, experiments, and activities, we’ll be able to implement the seven practices into our daily lives.

An exploding community of people are increasing their finances by frugal living as they save and invest with the goal of early retirement. This movement is called F.I.R.E. which stands for “financial independence, retire early.” Money is connected to the quality of life. Are you ready to fuel your fire?

As gardeners, we know we need to be careful what we plant now because it will determine what we will reap tomorrow. Your garden needs to be a reflection of you. What are you drawn to? Let your eyes, heart, and knowledge of your specific soil and micro-climate make the decisions. Buy healthy seeds, plants, and trees and trees from reputable retailers. Remember you will reap what you sow! 

Listen at Voice America Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/113214/mindful-leader-retire-by-fire-reaping-what-you-sow

Bio: Marc Lesser is a CEO, Zen teacher, author, and leads trainings and talks worldwide. He has led mindfulness and emotional intelligence programs at many of the world’s leading businesses and organizations including Google, SAP, Genentech, and Kaiser. He is currently CEO of ZBA Associates, a company providing mindfulness-based leadership trainings and creating community by supporting ongoing groups. Previously, he served as CEO and co-founder of the Search Inside Yourself Leadership Institute, whose core programs he helped develop within Google. Marc was a resident of the San Francisco Zen Center for 10 years and former director of Tassajara, Zen Mountain Center. He currently leads Mill Valley Zen, a weekly meditation group. Marc has an MBA degree from New York University and is the author of Less: Accomplishing More By Doing Less and Know Yourself, Forget Yourself. More information at MarcLesser.net.

February 13, 2019

If you have dieted forever and yet keep losing then regaining weight, maybe it is time to look at food as your best friend. Start enjoying what you eat and stop depriving yourself. Intuitive eating is not a new fad, but it is a way of bringing more joy into your life while being in charge of the body you were born with. 

Cupid shoots his bow on February 14th as we celebrate the day of love. Who was Cupid and why do we associate him with love? Find out Valentine trivia and interesting lore when Heather Brittany and Cynthia Brian raise a toast or two for Valentine’s Day. Who is your special arrow aiming for?

Listen at Voice america Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/113185/joy-of-eating-calling-cupid

February 06, 2019

If you have a passion for roses, you’ll enjoy a quick guide to planting and caring for roses with Goddess Gardener, Cynthia Brian. You will learn the what, when, where, and why of cultivating the very best beautiful bloomers. 

Get ready to smell the roses.

“Becoming a Godly mother is the most important journey you will ever take”, writes Ellen Mongan, who has walked down the road of motherhood for over four decades. This journey birthed her ministry. Ellen is a woman of wisdom, teaching the younger generation how to navigate their own unique path of motherhood. Her book, Wow Mom is a bible study originating from her experience in raising her family. She also wrote the chapter, The Gift of Wings, in the book, Be the Star You Are! Millennials to Boomers Celebrating Gifts of Positive Voices in a Changing Digital World .

Virtual Reality or VR is a technology that has been promised for decades and has finally arrived for regular consumers. Is it still a parlor game, Hollywood entertainment, or will its main purpose be used for health and wellness? Will humans develop an emotional bon between ourselves and our avatars? Virtual reality is coming and we hope it will be used for positivity.  

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BIO: Ellen Mongan is a Christian writer and motivational speaker. Her first book is WOW MOM!.She is one of the hosts of WOW podcasts. Ellen writes a monthly column for the Augusta Chronicle Newspaper. She is a blogger for Catholic Mom, Women of Grace and Elizabeth Ministry International. She is the Founder of Little Pink Ministry. She speaks on radio and television as the Titus II Crew. As a contributor to Be the Star You Are! Millennials to Boomers Celebrating Gifts of Positive Voices in a Changing Digital World, Ellen wrote the Gift of Wings.  Ellen Mongan is the wife of Deacon Patrick Mongan M.D. They have seven children, four son in laws, a baby in heaven and thirteen grandchildren. The vocation of wife and mother led her to her ministry, the most important role of all. www.littlepinkdressministry.com

Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/112424/rose-care-wow-mom-virtual-reality

January 30, 2019

Do you want to feel stronger, healthier, and more vital? Founder and Director of Health at Your Fingertips, Deborah Myers, is passionate about empowering others to live a balanced, healthy lifestyle.  Deborah helps audiences reduce stress, relieve pain, and begin healing through the use of energy balancing techniques of acupressure and Jin Shin Jyutsu. Deborah will share her techniques for boosting energy, creativity, and productivity and introduce her animated video, the Daily Clean Your House Flow. www.deborahmyerswellness.com

Is your young teen moody and emotional? Hormonal changes peak in early adolescence. Parents can help by focusing on what matters most to teens. It’s important to be aware of the signs of serious issues and just normal teen mood swings. Learn a few strategies to modulate the mood for better coping skills.

Do you find the marvelous in nature? Why do you garden? In Growing with the Goddess Gardener, you’ll discover how a warm summer resides within our souls even in the depths of a frozen winter. www.cynthiabrian.com/books

Deborah Myers’ Biography

Deborah Myers empowers wellness, transforming stress and pain into balance and health. Health at your fingertips comes alive in her programs and workshops for the classroom and workplace.

Deborah is an Acupressurist and Jin Shin Jyutsu practitioner and has been in private practice for over 20 years. She is founder and director of Deborah Myers Wellness and Health at Your Fingertips.

She is the author of the Easy Self-Help Acupressure Book Series and the creator of the Daily Clean Your House Flow animated video, a program that allows people of all ages to enjoy more stress-free and productive lives. Her video is an easy way for children to discover less stress, increased focus and improved performance at school, at home and in all extra-curricular activities.

www.deborahmyerswellness.com

Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: 

https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/111102/deborah-myers-wellness-taming-teens-why-garden

January 22, 2019

Sears, the 125-year-old department store that represented value to Middle America has filed for bankruptcy. Its demise is a sad reflection on what’s happening in the retail world. Cynthia Brian reflects on what Sears meant to her as a child.

The impact of over-scheduling your child can have dire effects on development. While extracurricular activities offer enrichment and a healthy alternative to video games, kids need idle time to just be imaginative. Avoid the over-scheduling trap with a few ideas from Cynthia Brian.

Do you ever feel like quitting when things start to get tough? Don’t! Stick to the fight when you’re hardest hit. It’s when things seem worst that you must not quit.

Cynthia Brian’s reads the chapters on Longevity and Nature from her newest book, Be the Star You Are! Millennials to Boomers Celebrating Gifts of Positive Voices in a Changing Digital World. Learn tips to live to a ripe old age while helping the planet survive.  www.cynthiabrian.com/books

Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/112204/goodbye-sears-free-time-for-kids-dont-quit-the-gifts-of-long

January 15, 2019

Studies have shown that the benefits of spending time outdoors are huge. You’ll relax, get physical exercise, improve your mental health, and interact with other nature lovers as you breathe in fresh air. Cynthia Brian gives you a prescription for wellness by nudging you outside.

Are you one of those people whose glass is always half empty? Do you look at the bad things more than the good? It’s time to start appreciating your blessings and incorporate gratitude into your daily life. The perks are big and we’ll help you attain them. Read Be the Star You Are! books for more info on bringing gratitude into your life. http://www.CynthiaBrian.com/online-store

Did you know that poinsettias grow into trees? Or that mother’s tongue, also known as snake plant, is an excellent fence barrier? Without a thought from whence a plant derives, most of us buy our indoor plants at nurseries, grocery stores, and big-box centers.  Cynthia Brian hikes through the rainforests, parks, and waterways reporting on the flora and fauna of this island that Christopher Columbus exclaimed was “the most beautiful land that human eyes had ever seen.” 

Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/111065/nature-rx-appreciation-cuba-libre

January 09, 2019

Do you know how to turn your dreams and goals into reality? It’s time to clean the cerebral clutter and tap into a mindful way of being. Cynthia Brian will bring you strategies by top successperts and help you recall your roots.  

Between segments, Cynthia Brian introduces the American debut of English Popstar, Lydia Singer’s newest release, Never Said!  Get ready to fall in love. with this teen’s voice. www.lydiasinger.com

Anxiety threatens our peace of mind spontaneity, enjoyment, and health. It can interfere with relationships and work experiences. Learn to manage and overcome anxiety by taking charge of the situation and developing a relaxation response. 

You will always succeed when you tell the truth. You’ll earn a reputation as someone who can be trusted. You’ll have fewer conflicts. Find out the benefits of honesty without hesitation. Get tips from the chapter, The Gift of Honesty from Cynthia Brian’s award-winning book, Be the Star You Are! 99 Gifts for Living, Loving, Laughing, and Learning to Make a Difference available at www.cynthiabrian.com/online-store

Listen at voice America Network, Empowerment: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/111104/success-secrets-lydia-singers-new-hit-anxiety-relief-telling

January 02, 2019

The years seem to fly by and here we are with another one at our doorstep. Cynthia Brian offers quips and tips from several of her favorite sources to bring you a year filled with joy and fulfillment of your dreams, goals, and desires.

Sports car? Italian villa? Inappropriate love interest? Not for author Margaret Winslow, an overworked college professor in New York City. She met midlife aging not head-on, but ass-on, fulfilling a childhood curiosity about donkeys by answering a for-sale ad for a “Large White Saddle Donkey” in the American Donkey and Mule Society’s magazine, The Brayer.  Her midlife decision to adopt Caleb, a 700-pound white Andalusian donkey, upended her life — and her understanding of herself. Her book is Smart Ass.

In 2019 we shift our focus from ME to SHE, as in Mother Nature. The report examines the intrinsic connection we have with nature and how we are banding together to save the planet. We will begin to develop a healthier relationship with technology, get outside and back in touch with our roots. Cynthia Brian shares the trends for 2019 by the Garden Media Group.

BIO: 

Margaret Winslow is a field geologist with over thirty years experience in Central America, South America, and the Caribbean. Her fascination with donkeys in rural areas evolved into a quest to fulfill a long-forgotten childhood dream of owning one. She holds a Ph.D. in geological sciences from Columbia University. Her National Geographic–funded fieldwork on earthquake hazards and archaeological settlement patterns in Alaska and Chile are featured in the award-winning PBS series “Fire on the Rim.” She is professor emerita of earth sciences at the City College of New York and resides in the lower Hudson Valley. Her donkey, Caleb, boards nearby with fifty horses and ponies, where he continues to steal the show every day. During the holiday season Winslow is frequently asked, “Could my church borrow your donkey for a nativity show?” More information at www.MargaretWinslow.com

Caleb is much in demand and is a huge draw at local charity horse shows and races, as well as churches and libraries. He receives typing assistance from his owner and can be reached through www.MargaretWinslow.com 

Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/111081/new-year-encouragement-smart-ass-garden-trends

December 26, 2018

Leadership skills are not innate. They are built. Although it may seem that some people are born leaders, even the most confident learned how to lead from someone, somewhere. It takes time, effort, and dedication to develop these skills. 

Author of The Hope-Driven Leader: Harness the Power of Positivity at Work, Libby Gill has found a totally fresh perspective on the topic of leadership: hope. Zeroing in on what she sees as the defining issue of creating a more purposeful and productive workplace, Endorsed by Marshall Goldsmith and Stephen M. R. Covey, Libby explores how the science of hope theory and how it applies to the workplace.  Libby and Cynthia Brian will discuss Libby’s 30+ years leading, managing, and motivating people in corporate and entrepreneurial worlds around the globe. 

Cynthia Brian will read The Gift of Leadership by Young Joo Choo from the newly released book Be the Star You Are! Millennials to Boomers and The Gift of Leadership from the first book in the trilogy, Be the Star You Are! 99 Gifts. 

Read, lead, succeed!

BIO: Libby Gill

After a successful career at media giants Universal, Sony and Turner Broadcasting, Libby left the corporate world to found executive coaching and leadership consulting firm Libby Gill & Company. Her clients include Capital One, Cisco, Disney; EY; Honda, Kellogg’s; Medtronic, Microsoft; Warner Bros., and many more. Libby has appeared on numerous news outlets, including The Today Show, CNN, and in Time Magazine, The New York Times and BusinessWeek. Libby is the author of five books, including the award-winning You Unstuck and Capture the Mindshare and the Market Share Will Follow. Libby’s latest book is The Hope-Driven Leader: Harness the Power of Positivity at Work. www.Libbygill.com

Listen at Voice America Empowerment: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/112285/encore-leadership-learning-with-the-hope-driven-leader-libby-gill

December 19, 2018

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When you hear the word “Cuba”, what do you think? Bay of Pigs, Fidel Castro, Revolution, Cigars, Mafia, Christopher Columbus, Hemingway, pirates? Cynthia Brian has just returned from this largest island in the Caribbean on a Support the Cuban People cultural experience and found a rich culture steeped in history with European, African, and Asian influences. From UNESCO World Heritage sites to celebrating Cuban music, Cynthia and her new friend from the Cuban adventure, Paul Devaney, bring you along as they reminisce about participating in the daily life of the charming people, hiking and horseback riding through the mountain forests, enjoying delicious dishes, photographing breathtaking flora, and kayaking, swimming, and snorkeling in the crystal aqua seas.

Want to learn a few simple tricks to keep your brain healthier? If even one of the tips resonates with you, your brain will benefit and so will your overall wellness.

Freshen the air in your home with a calming aroma. Cynthia Brian explains how to make potpourri, homemade incense, and other fragrant packages with flowers and herbs from your garden.

Guest Bio: Paul Devaney

Paul Devaney, a 2nd Dan Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do and Black Belt in Aikido and an FAA Certified Flight Instructor recently retired after twenty-five years working with the postal service. He teaches an informal martial art fitness class 5-6 times a month and is a daily practitioner of S.A.V.E.R.S. "Win the morning seize the day"  He's been married for over 30 years to his beautiful wife, Cleo and has twin daughters who both work in breweries on opposite coasts. Besides traveling, he is considering playing guitar more, writing a novel, and learning a foreign language or two!

Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: : https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/111070/cuban-adventure-brain-buzz-making-scents

See photos at Press Pass: https://blog.voiceamerica.com/2018/12/11/cuban-adventure-brain-buzz-making-scents/

December 12, 2018

Most Americans love their grass and we’re talking the variety that is called lawns. If you want to know how to seed, re-seed, and grow a lush, luxurious lawn, Cynthia Brian will offer the tips for success.

By now you have heard of the million-dollar disparity in wages for two stars reshooting some scenes for a major film. The male received $1.5 million while the Oscar nominated female received a per diem of approximately $80 per day. The time is now for equal pay for equal work. Cynthia Brian and Heather Brittany debate the freedom and peace that comes when both sexes are treated with dignity and equality.

Guest Bio: 

Heather Brittany is a certified Bar Method instructor with degrees in English, Communications, and Women's Health. She has worked as a reproductive assistant at Planned Parenthood and is very keen on helping men and women stay healthy and informed. Heather is currently working in the wine industry and touts the wellness benefits of a daily glass of vino. 

Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/110208/grow-grass-women-and-wages

December 05, 2018

How do you define success for yourself?  Do you keep that purpose and definition of success in mind as you make life and career decisions? Are you  taking actions that will help you become the star you want to be and are capable of becoming? Dr. Bud Bilanich contributed the Gift of Clarity to the third book in the Be the Star You Are! series, e the Star You Are! Millennials to Boomers Celebrating Positive Voices in a Changing Digital World. As a leadership consultant and best selling author, he knows how to help us have clarity and determination to succeed.

In a turbulent world do you worry about the safety of your family in your own neighborhood? Do you have a security system installed? Home security systems are now affordable and easy to install. Find out how you can have peace of mind for less than a dollar a day.

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Do you have regrets? Has a friend or loved one died and you feel that you never really shared your true sentiments? Before you die, wouldn’t be great to let the important people in your life know that you love them, forgive them, and are proud of them? Cynthia Brian will offer thoughts on how you can write a letter as an abiding gift.

BIO

Dr. Bud Bilanich is a leadership consultant, career success coach, motivational speaker, bestselling author, and influential blogger.  He is Harvard educated, but has a no-nonsense approach to his work to goes back to his roots in the steel country of Western Pennsylvania.  His approach to career and life success is a result of over 40 years of business experience, 20 years of research and study of successful people and the application of common sense. Bud received an EdD (Doctor of Education) with a concentration in Organizational Behavior and Intervention from Harvard University, an MA in Communication from the University of Colorado and a BS in Human Development from Penn State. Bud is a cancer survivor and lives in Denver Colorado with his wife Cathy.  He is a retired rugby player, and an avid cyclist.  He enjoys independent film, live theatre, and crime fiction.

www.BudBilanich.com

Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/110585/clarity-security-systems-holidays-in-the-garden

November 28, 2018

Would you like to enjoy exceptional romance, relationships, wealth, abundance, and happiness while keeping away tragedies? Learning about the science of Classical Feng Shui could be your golden ticket to prosperity and passion. Author and Feng Shui Master Denise Liotta Dennis sheds light on this ancient wisdom of harnessing the power of energy. Denise discusses her newest book, Hollywood’s Fatal Feng Shui, An In-Depth Examination of 10 Celebrity Homes with a Tragic History, which illustrates how when basic tenets of Feng Shui are violated disaster and death are manifested.

Cynthia Brian cultivates gratitude while encouraging us to appreciate the small wonders of living, especially the miracles of nature. When we face the day with gratitude, science indicates that we’ll be happier and healthier!

BIO: Denise A. Liotta-Dennis

Feng Shui Master, International Author, Teacher, and Speaker

She’s known as the “fast-talkin’ Texan”—an interesting and delightful oxymoron—Denise A. Liotta-Dennis is the founder and president of Dragon-Gate Feng Shui (DGFS), LLC an international consulting and development firm, specializing in authentic Feng Shui site selection, planning, design, audits, and assessments for commercial and residential real estate and construction projects. In 2006, Denise founded The American College of Classical Feng Shui, the training arm of Dragon-Gate, a premier platform to learn Classical Feng Shui. Denise has studied with four noted Feng Shui Masters from China, Malaysia and Australia

Denise has six in-depth books on Classical Feng Shui addressing the most popular systems of Eight Mansions and Flying Stars. The books are sold in fine book stores in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, and Singapore. Denise has more than twenty-five years experience working in interior design, including residential and commercial projects.

https://www.fengshuibookstore.com

Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/110713/encore-hollywood-and-feng-shui-cultivating-gratitude

November 21, 2018

We’re all animals who are interdependent on each other. When we work to protect wildlife, we are fighting for the protection of the environments in which they live. When we protect those environments, we’re protecting them for the survival of the human (homo sapien) species as well.  Journalist and author of Rescuing Ladybugs, Jennifer Skiff talks with Cynthia Brian about her book showcasing people who have shown extraordinary compassion for other animals. 

What’s the difference between moths and butterflies in evolutionary terms? The answer could be night and day, literally!  Can you picture a perfect stream? Do you know that beavers are the most crucial ingredient of a healthy watershed? Ecosystem engineers are magical creatures.

Autumn is a time for gratitude for the bounty of the season. We can learn to be appreciative of the small gifts in our daily lives and gratitude is a key virtue to happiness. 

Instead of a Business Byte™, Cynthia Brian provides an Animal Byte! www.animalcuts.com

Bio: 

Jennifer Skiff is an award-winning journalist who traveled the globe as a correspondent for CNN for more than a decade. Passionate about animals and their welfare, she serves as a trustee, adviser, and spokesperson for charities around the world while working with lawmakers to create positive change. www.JenniferSkiff.com

Listen at Voice America Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/110181/rescuing-ladybugs-moths-and-beavers-thanksgiving

November 14, 2018

The world of Feng Shui is fascinating and rich., unlike the Westernized versions, traditional systems are personal, precise, and powerful. Denise Liotta Dennis is a Feng Shui master with six published books.  She’ll discuss her newest book, Hollywood’s Fatal Feng Shui, An In-Depth Examination of 10 Celebrity Homes with a Tragic History. This is the first book to do a critical assessment of the tragic homes of Marilyn Monroe, Michael Jackson, O.J. Simpson, Nicole Brown Simpson, Phil Hartman, Anna Nicole Smith, Sharon Tate, Phil Spector, Lyle and Erik Menendez, and Brittany Murphy using Feng Shui. These celebrities’ homes attracted illicit affairs, drug abuse, lawsuits, murder, sexual scandals, greed, bankruptcy, cult-driven murders, loss of reputation, and fatal illness.

If you face the day with gratitude, science indicates that you’ll be happier, healthier, and enjoy better relationships at home, work, and play. Cynthia Brian will help you cultivate gratitude through nature.

BIO: Denise A. Liotta-Dennis

Feng Shui Master, International Author, Teacher, and Speaker

She’s known as the “fast-talkin’ Texan”—an interesting and delightful oxymoron—Denise A. Liotta-Dennis is the founder and president of Dragon-Gate Feng Shui (DGFS), LLC an international consulting and development firm, specializing in authentic Feng Shui site selection, planning, design, audits, and assessments for commercial and residential real estate and construction projects. In 2006, Denise founded The American College of Classical Feng Shui, the training arm of Dragon-Gate, a premier platform to learn Classical Feng Shui. Denise has studied with four noted Feng Shui Masters from China, Malaysia and Australia

Denise has six in-depth books on Classical Feng Shui addressing the most popular systems of Eight Mansions and Flying Stars. The books are sold in fine book stores in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, and Singapore. Denise has more than twenty-five years experience working in interior design, including residential and commercial projects.

https://www.fengshuibookstore.com

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Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/show/2206/be-the-star-you-are

November 07, 2018

Fall is filled with legends, myths, fairs, and festivals all celebrating the bounty from various cultures around the world. The days are shorter, the nights become longer as we commence the holiday fetes of the forthcoming two months.

Dallas Woodburn is an in-demand writing coach who nurtures her students’ confidence in their beautifully unique voices. She helps people give birth to the books that are burning inside them through her acclaimed 90-Day Book Breakthrough Program (www.yourbookbreakthrough.com). Since 2001, her organization Write On! Books has empowered youth through reading and writing endeavors (www.writeonbooks.org). She is a contributor to Be the Star You Are! Millennials to Boomers with her chapter, The Gift of Gentleness.

Everyone wants a hopeful outlook for their children. Optimism can be developed, even though pessimistic news prevails. Everyone can be a source of optimism. Learn how with Cynthia Brian’s thoughts.

Bio: Dallas Woodburn is an author, writing coach, and "book doula" who is passionate about spreading the joys of reading and writing. Her collection of short stories Woman, Running Late, in a Dress (Yellow Flag Press) won the 2018 Cypress & Pine Short Fiction Award and her debut YA novel, The Best Week That Never Happened, is forthcoming from Month 9 Books in 2020. She has also written extensively for newspapers and magazines. Dallas lives in the San Francisco Bay Area with her husband Allyn, and they are expecting their first baby in November.

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Listen at Voice America: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/110180/fall-gentleness-optimistic-kids

October 31, 2018

Leadership skills are not innate. They are built. Although it may seem that some people are born leaders, even the most confident learned how to lead from someone, somewhere. It takes time, effort, and dedication to develop these skills.

Author of The Hope-Driven Leader: Harness the Power of Positivity at Work, Libby Gill has found a totally fresh perspective on the topic of leadership: hope. Zeroing in on what she sees as the defining issue of creating a more purposeful and productive workplace, Endorsed by Marshall Goldsmith and Stephen M. R. Covey, Libby explores how the science of hope theory and how it applies to the workplace.  Libby and Cynthia Brian will discuss Libby’s 30+ years leading, managing, and motivating people in corporate and entrepreneurial worlds around the globe.

Cynthia Brian will read The Gift of Leadership by Young Joo Choo from the newly released book Be the Star You Are! Millennials to Boomers and The Gift of Leadership from the first book in the trilogy, Be the Star You Are! 99 Gifts.

Read, lead, succeed!

BIO: Libby Gill

After a successful career at media giants Universal, Sony and Turner Broadcasting, Libby left the corporate world to found executive coaching and leadership consulting firm Libby Gill & Company. Her clients include Capital One, Cisco, Disney; EY; Honda, Kellogg’s; Medtronic, Microsoft; Warner Bros., and many more. Libby has appeared on numerous news outlets, including The Today Show, CNN, and in Time Magazine, The New York Times and BusinessWeek. Libby is the author of five books, including the award-winning You Unstuck and Capture the Mindshare and the Market Share Will Follow. Libby’s latest book is The Hope-Driven Leader: Harness the Power of Positivity at Work. www.Libbygill.com

Listen at Voice America Network: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/109864/leadership-learning-with-the-hope-driven-leader-libby-gill

January 01, 2020

An estimated 37 million people in the United States suffer from debilitating migraines every year, and 21 million of them are women. Migraines are the seventh highest cause of disability worldwide. Find out what causes headaches and what you can do to alleviate the pain without drugs or medications.

In The Divorce Hacker’s Guide to Untying the Knot: What Every Woman Needs to Know about Finances, Child Custody, Lawyers, and Planning Ann Grant blows open the divorce industry and takes a stand for women so that they can take back their power while reducing feelings of loss, grief, and rage.

The statistics don't lie:

• 2,400 divorces per day

• 16,800 divorces per week

• 876,000 divorces a year in United States

Are you a positive person? Research shows that people who have a positive outlook enjoy happier relationships. A positive attitude is attractive drawing others to you. Positive individuals are supportive and notice the good in the world.  Learn how to give your attitude altitude

Cynthia Brian’s 3rd book in the Be the Star You Are!® series has arrived. Buy your copies of Be the Star You Are! Millennials to Boomers Celebrating Positive Voices in a Changing Digital World at http://www.CynthiaBrian.com/online-store or Amazon.

BIO: Ann E. Grant, JD, began her career as a corporate litigator specializing in unfair business practices and consumer fraud. After her own divorce she created her own firm, focusing on family law and a holistic approach to this life transition. Her book is The Divorce Hacker’s Guide to Untying the Knot: What Every Woman Needs to Know about Finances, Child Custody, Lawyers, and Planning. She lives in Manhattan Beach, CA and her website is www.TheDivorceHacker.com.

Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/109695/healing-headaches-divorce-hackers-enhancing-positive

October 17, 2018

Swearing Off Stars, Danielle M Wong’s multi-award winning debut novel has received the highest praise from the highest places including Kirkus Reviews who labeled it “an engaging romantic tale that also calls for equality.”

Dani began volunteering with Be the Star You Are!® in high school and she has contributed chapters to two books in the Be the Star You Are! series, Be the Star You Are! for Teens and Be the Star You Are! Millennials to Boomers. We will catch up with the soaring career of Danielle, find out about her writing process, and get a sneak peak at her book in progress.

Are there bottles of pills in your medicine cabinet that you no longer take? It is time to discard them. Before you do, bring all of your medications to your next doctor’s appointment, and ask if you need any of them. Cynthia Brian provides tips on how to get rid of unwanted meds safely.

The land of ice and fire…Iceland! It is also an island filled with wildflowers that carpet the harsh landscape. What makes a flower a wildflower? Goddess Gardener gives you the scoop on how to choose and scatter seeds that will duplicate nature’s wild side.

Bio: Danielle Wong is an emerging author living in San Francisco. Her debut novel, Swearing Off Stars, was published in 2017. The book was has won several awards, including an Independent Press Award, an International Book Award, and a Benjamin Franklin Award.
Danielle's writing has been published on many sites, including Harper’s Bazaar, The Huffington Post, USA Today, and PopSugar. She has short stories published in Be the Star You Are!® for Teens and Be the Star You Are!® Millennials to Boomers: Positive Voices in a Changing Digital World. She is currently working on her next novel. daniellemwong.com

Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/109694/swearing-off-stars-and-writing-process-medication-purge

October 10, 2018

The history of witchcraft in Europe begins with both folk beliefs and with religious and classical texts. What is a witch and how did the executions of supposed witches begin? The number executed on charges of witchcraft is not certain and subject to considerable controversy. Estimates have ranged from about 10,000 to nine million. Most historians accept a figure in the range from 40,000 to 100,000 based on public records; there were perhaps two to three times that many individuals accused formally of or tried for witchcraft. About 12,000 executions have been identified in existing records. We’ll examine the history of witchcraft and the hysteria that it bred.

The next best thing to an ocean, lake, or river view is a pool in the back yard offering a bucolic vista with the sensibility of nature. A swimming pool has the ability to anchor a landscape. Learning to swim is a necessary life skill and the exercise of swimming is one of the best full body workouts. Much research has been done on the calming effects that being around water has on humans. Stress levels are lowered by designs with both green and blue spaces: the green being plants and trees and the blue are water features.

Listen at Voice America Network: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/109779/witch-hunts-pool-power

October 03, 2018

There are approximately 40 million family caregivers over the age o 55 who are providing an average of 30 hours to a family member, 15 million of these caregivers are providing care to people with dementia or Alzheimer’s. How does one research resources or information to be of assistance?

To fix his life, bullied and closeted fifteen-year-old Wyatt goes public with historical evidence that Abraham Lincoln was in love with another guy—triggering a backlash and media firestorm that might destroy everything he cares about. Inspired by real historical evidence, QUEER AS A FIVE-DOLLAR BILL was too controversial for traditional publishing, and was crowdfunded in six days on Kickstarter. This debut novel asks LGBTQ teens (and everyone else), What if you knew a secret from history that could change the world?

Fall is a prime home-selling season and the demand for real estate has been skyrocketing. How can you set your home apart from others? A few key upgrades can make all the difference. Discover the repairs and refurbishments that will put money in your pocket.

BIO:

Lee Wind is the founding blogger and publisher of I’m Here. I’m Queer. What The Hell Do I Read?, an award-winning website about books, culture, and empowerment for Lesbian, Gay, Bi, Trans, Questioning and Queer youth, and their Allies. For over 11 years, readers from 100-plus countries have racked up 2.5 million page views—and counting! 

            Lee has “Clark Kent” jobs in the world of publishing, but his Superhero job is writing—to empower kids and teens!

            He lives in Los Angeles with his husband and their teenage daughter. Queer as a Five-Dollar Bill is Lee’s debut novel. Learn more at leewind.org

Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/109316/eldercare-queer-as-a-500-dollar-bill-home-upgrades