Motivation Episodes

In this category, listeners can find episodes that offer motivating insights and advice from guests who encourage pursuing dreams and personal growth.
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Dec. 18, 2024

From Band Director to Business Mogul Dennis Henson's Journey

Send us a text In this inspiring episode of Living the Dream with Curveball, host Curveball welcomes Dennis Henson, a seasoned entrepreneur, author, and educator with over five decades of experience in real estate investments. Dennis shares his journey from a band director to a successful business mogul, emphasizing the importance of mindset, habits, and the laws of nature in achieving success. Discover Dennis's insights on developing success habits, the Seven Secrets of Success, and how his bo...
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Dec. 11, 2024

From Popcorn Stands to Courtrooms Bob Martin's Unconventional Journey

Send us a text In this enlightening episode of "Living the Dream with Curveball," host Curveball welcomes Bob Martin, an esteemed author, professor, and former criminal trial lawyer. Bob shares his fascinating journey from a carnival upbringing to becoming a successful lawyer, and how an unexpected turn led him to mindfulness and writing. Discover how Bob's unique perspective on spirituality, influenced by both Taoism and Christianity, has shaped his life and work. He also delves into his books...
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Dec. 6, 2024

From Beats to Dreams: Kimeyo Daniels' Hip Hop Journey

Send us a text Join us on today's episode of the Living the Dream podcast with Curveball as we sit down with hip hop artist and founder of Kimeyo Records, Kimeyo Daniels. Discover how Kimeyo has been teaching his sons about the music business and the creative journey behind their latest album, 'The Process'. We delve into Kimeyo's philosophy as a positive rapper, his approach to working with artists, and his thoughts on the future of the music industry. Tune in for an inspiring conversation abou...
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Dec. 2, 2024

From Wrongful Arrest to Business Success: DJ's Inspiring Journey

Send us a text In this episode of Living the Dream with Curveball, we sit down with business leader DJ Van De Venter to explore his journey from digital marketing to healthcare. DJ shares insights into his innovative healthcare platform, Fitness Blueprints Fit, which aims to provide comprehensive health programs beyond traditional workouts. He discusses overcoming personal challenges, such as a wrongful arrest, and how these experiences shaped his career. DJ also reveals strategies for building...
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Nov. 29, 2024

From Orphan to World Traveler: Aisha Makara's Journey of Dreams

Send us a text Join us in this inspiring episode of Living the Dream with Curveball as we sit down with artist and world traveler, Aisha Makara. From being orphaned at a young age in Mongolia to traversing the globe, Aisha shares her journey of overcoming challenges, embracing creativity, and living life on her own terms. Discover how she turned her dreams into reality, including sending her art to space, and learn about the power of positivity and resilience. Don't miss this heartfelt conversa...
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Nov. 18, 2024

From Paralysis to Triumph: The Ken Kunken Story

Send us a text Join us for an inspiring episode of the Living the Dream podcast with Curveball as we sit down with author Ken Kunken. Discover Ken's remarkable journey from a life-changing football injury to becoming a groundbreaking quadriplegic attorney and motivational speaker. Learn about his book, "I Dream of Things that Never Were," and how he overcame adversity with determination and high expectations. Don't miss Ken's insights on perseverance and achieving dreams against all odds! www.k...
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Nov. 13, 2024

From Hollywood Dreams to Historical Realities Neil Laird's Journey

Send us a text Join us on the Living the Dream podcast with Curveball as we dive into the fascinating world of documentary filmmaking with multi-award-winning executive producer Neil Laird. Discover Neil's journey from small-town Pennsylvania to becoming a veteran in historical documentaries, with over a thousand hours of television for networks like National Geographic, Discovery, and BBC. Learn about his transition into writing novels, where he creatively explores time travel and ancient histo...
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Nov. 8, 2024

From Darkness to Diamond Bianca's Inspiring Journey

Send us a text In this inspiring episode of the Living the Dream podcast, Curveball sits down with Bianca Blaque Diamond Johnson, an award-winning author, entrepreneur, and founder of the Ability Music Network. Bianca shares her journey from overcoming a challenging childhood and blindness to becoming a prolific writer and poet. Discover how she uses AI to bring her songwriting to life and learn about her mission to create a supportive community for visually impaired musicians. Tune in for an up...
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Nov. 4, 2024

Unlocking Government Grants Matthew Lesko's Insider Tips

Send us a text In this enlightening episode of the Living the Dream podcast, host Curveball welcomes government program expert and author Matthew Lesko. Discover how to access government grant assistance with insights from Lesko, who has dedicated nearly five decades to helping individuals navigate these opportunities. Learn about the resources available for rent, IRS debt reduction, starting a business, and even acquiring $1 homes through the Urban Homestead Act. Matthew shares his passion for...
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Oct. 25, 2024

Mastering Branding and Advertising with Emanuelle Rose

Send us a text Welcome to the Living the Dream podcast with Curveball, where inspiration meets motivation. In this episode, we're joined by Emanuelle Rose, CEO of Strategic eMarketing, to explore the latest in branding, advertising, and digital marketing. Discover how AI is revolutionizing marketing strategies, learn best practices for engaging Gen Z, and find out how to balance automation with personalization. Plus, Emanuelle shares insights into choosing the right marketing agency and tips fo...
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Oct. 18, 2024

From Struggles to Songs: Randie O'Neill's Journey

Send us a text Join us on the Living the Dream podcast with Curveball, where we engage in an inspiring conversation with Randie O'Neil, an adolescent intervention specialist and award-winning songwriter. Randie shares her journey from a challenging upbringing with alcoholic parents to becoming a beacon of hope through her music and counseling work. Discover how her music addresses critical issues like domestic violence and addiction, and learn about her latest holiday single. Tune in to hear Ra...
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Oct. 16, 2024

Laughing Through the Darkness Comedy and Mental Health

Send us a text In this heartfelt episode of Living the Dream with Curveball, host Curveball sits down with stand-up comedian Dave Mowry, who shares his incredible journey of using comedy as a tool for coping with severe mental illness. Dave reveals how he went from a successful business career to battling undiagnosed bipolar disorder, and how through humor, he found a way to transform his life and help others do the same. Listen in as Dave discusses the healing power of laughter, his teaching pr...
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Sept. 16, 2024

Revolutionizing E-Commerce with Eitan Koter The Power of Shoppable Video

Send us a text https://headliner.app in your In this episode of Living the Dream with Curveball, we dive into the transformative world of video commerce and digital marketing with Eitan Koter, a thought leader with over 20 years of experience. Eitan, the co-founder and co-CEO of Vimmi, shares his journey in the tech industry, his insights on the convergence of media and commerce, and the innovative solutions Vimmi provides to brands and retailers.
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Sept. 11, 2024

From healthcare Leader to Podcaster Richard Craft's Inspiring Journey

Send us a text In this episode of Living the Dream with Curveball, host Curveball sits down with Richard Craft, a podcast host and former healthcare leader. Richard opens up about the challenging period he faced after being laid off just before the pandemic, and how he struggled with self-worth and identity. He shares his journey from depression to finding a new purpose through podcasting, which has allowed him to help others discover their true self-worth beyond professional roles.Richard talks...
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Sept. 9, 2024

Overcoming Narcissistic Abuse: Martina Gruppo's Inspiring Journey

Send us a text In this episode of Living the Dream with Curveball, host Curveball sits down with English author Martina Gruppo, who shares her compelling story of living through and overcoming a relationship with a covert narcissist. Martina opens up about how her lack of boundaries allowed the relationship to persist for so long and how she ultimately found the strength to leave and rebuild her life.
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Aug. 26, 2024

The Gratitude Strategy: Transforming Workplace Culture with Lisa Ryan

Send us a text In this episode of Living the Dream with Curveball, we explore the transformative power of the gratitude strategy with entrepreneur and speaker Lisa Ryan. Lisa shares her journey from being laid off to building a successful speaking business centered on gratitude. We delve into the practical steps of her gratitude strategy, the impact it has on workplace culture, and how it can help retain top talent. Lisa also discusses the challenges and opportunities of managing a multi-generat...
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Aug. 23, 2024

From the Depths of Addiction to the Heights of Recovery: Shannon Schlett's Inspiring Journey

Send us a text In this powerful episode of Living the Dream with Curveball, host Curveball welcomes addiction wellness and peer coach Shannon Schlett. Born inside a prison and raised in North Dakota, Shannon shares her harrowing journey through addiction and her inspiring path to recovery. From growing up in a tumultuous household to battling her own demons, Shannon's story is one of resilience and transformation. PodMatch PodMatch Automatically Matches Ideal Podcast Guests and Hosts For Interv...
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Aug. 14, 2024

Living the dream with podcast host and mental health advocate/psychiatrist Dr. Fred Moss

Send us a text In this episode of Living the Dream with Curveball, host Curveball engages in a profound conversation with Dr. Fred Moss, a psychiatrist, podcast host, and the founder of Welcome to Humanity. Dr. Moss shares his unique perspective on mental health, emphasizing the importance of human connection and authentic communication in the healing process. https://drfred360.com/ Please be sure to follow, rate, review, and share thi episode to as many people as possible.
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Aug. 9, 2024

Living the dream with conscious rapper and mental health advocate Rich Vysion

Send us a text In this episode of Living the Dream with Curveball, host Curveball delves into the powerful intersection of music and mental health with Bronx-born conscious rapper Rich Vysion. Rich shares his personal mental health journey and how he uses his music to empower others, reminding them of their self-worth and purpose. Learn about his transformative experiences, from facing cyberbullying to overcoming suicidal thoughts, and how these challenges inspired his mission to bridge the gap ...
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Aug. 2, 2024

Living the dream with seasoned leadership coach Aneace Haddad

Send us a text In this episode of Living the Dream with Curveball, host Curveball dives into the world of leadership and personal development with seasoned leadership coach Aneace Haddad. With 15 years of experience coaching top executives from multinational companies, Aneace shares his transformative journey from the tech industry to executive coaching. Discover the unique insights he has gained from working across different cultures and the profound impact of midlife changes on leadership abil...
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July 29, 2024

Living the dream with disability advocate and CEO of Aspiritech Tara May

Send us a text In this episode of Living the Dream with Curveball, host Curveball explores the inspiring world of neurodiversity with Tara May, the CEO of Aspiritech. Discover how this nonprofit tech service organization, where 95% of the employees are autistic, is revolutionizing the tech industry through kindness and psychological safety. Tara delves into the origins of Aspiritech, the concept of neurodiversity, and shares invaluable advice for companies looking to transform their work culture...
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July 26, 2024

Living the dream with international keynote speaker, award-winning author, and business menter Katrena Friel

Send us a text In this episode of Living the Dream with Curveball, host Curveball interviews Katrena Friel, an international keynote speaker, award-winning author, and business mentor with 25 years of experience. Katrena shares her insights on personal and professional development, emphasizing the importance of creating a personal brand and avoiding burnout. Discover how her unique program helps individuals transition from their current jobs to thriving personal brand businesses with multiple in...
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July 17, 2024

Living the dream with digital marketing expert and SEO queen Z Scott

Send us a text In this episode of Living the Dream with Curveball, host Curveball dives into the world of digital marketing and SEO with the dynamic Z Scott, also known as the SEO Queen. Z shares her inspiring journey from growing up immersed in technology to founding the SEO Queen brand, which has helped clients generate over $250 million in revenue. Discover the essentials of search engine optimization, the power of digital PR, and how AI is revolutionizing the SEO landscape. Z also gives a sn...
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July 15, 2024

Living the dream with Certified Experience Economy Expert, author, and the founder and CEO of ExPeers Diane Hopkins

Send us a text In this episode of Living the Dream with Curveball, host Curveball sits down with Diane Hopkins, the founder and CEO of Xperes. Diane is a marketing guru with extensive experience in marketing communications, customer design strategy, and is a certified Experience Economy expert. Join us as Diane shares her journey from a traditional marketing career to becoming one of the first chief experience officers in the healthcare industry in the U.S., and eventually founding her own consu...