Smart Women Talk Radio

Join us as we’ll discuss: How the lack of community and ritual has affected culture.The two things we need to release our personal grief.The beauty that is allowed when we share our grief with others. Francis Weller, MFT, is a psychotherapist, writer and soul activist who has developed a style he calls soul-centered psychotherapy, synthesizing diverse streams of thought from psychology, anthropology, mythology, alchemy, indigenous cultures and poetic traditions. He received a B.A. from the University of Wisconsin Green Bay and two Master’s Degrees from John F. Kennedy University. He has taught in the SF Bay Area and his writings have appeared in anthologies and journals exploring the confluence between psyche, nature and culture. He leads trainings in community building, men’s initiation programs and grief rituals and is available for onsite workshops and private consultations. To learn more about Francis go to http://www.enteringthehealingground.com/.

Join us as we’ll discuss: The simplest investment strategy works best over the long haul.Reining in expectations and being realistic are crucial.Confidence is the main obstacle in taking control of your investments. William O. Hall, III (Bill) is President, of Plimsoll. Mr. Hall is the former CEO and President of W.P. Stewart Asset Management, N.A. and Executive Officer of W.P. Stewart & Co., Ltd. Mr. Hall has over 25 years of experience in the investment and wealth management business. Prior to joining W.P. Stewart, Mr. Hall was Managing Director of H.M. Payson & Co., a private trust company in Portland, Maine He was also a founder and managing principal of Hazzard & Hall, CPA’s, PA. Mr. Hall holds a Bachelor degree from the University of Richmond and a Masters in Finance from Bentley College and is a Chartered Financial Analyst, a Certified Public Accountant and a Certified Financial Planner. Mr. Hall serves as Vice Chairman of Maine Education Services and Southern Maine Community College. He

Join us as we’ll discuss:How and why to set intention before meditation.How different mantras are used for different meditations.Commonly used terms in meditation that most of us have not yet learned. (FYI prana, pranayama, chi, chakras, asanas, mulabandha, mantra) Ajayan Borys (aka Henry James Borys) has been exploring and teaching a variety of meditation practices since 1970. He studied in residence under Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, founder of the Transcendental Meditation Program® and spent a decade teaching the TM Program®. In the mid-90s, he studied with Mata Amritanandamayi or Ammachi, (A-ma-chi), known as the “hugging saint” serving as the meditation teacher at her ashram in Kerala, India. He has taught throughout North America, Australia, Europe and India, Ajayan has gained international renown as a consummate teacher. Upon his return the US, he founded a uniquely effective program of meditation, called Effortless Mind®. To learn more about Ajayan go to http://www.ajayan.com .

Join us as we’ll discuss: The two most important questions you need to ask in order to have a Brand that attracts clients.How to shift from overwhelm to productivity instantly.How your relationship to money affects your Personal Brand and your Business Brand. Ruth Klein is CEO of her firm, Expert Celebrity Branding, and is a best-selling author of six books which have been translated into Mandarin, Portuguese, Chinese and Russian.She has been interviewed in O:The Oprah Magazine, CNBC, Prevention Magazine, Washington Post Online, ABC, NBC, Fox and CBS as well as many others.Ruth is a Creative Brand Strategist and Productivity Coach and works with conscious entrepreneurs, authors and experts to help them gain much more visibility and become a thought leader in their industry, so that they can do their “magic” and attract their Ideal Clients and the Media..no longer being the “best kept secret.” She helps her clients create Personal and Business Brands that create financial and spirit-rich businesses.Ruth hold

Join us as we’ll discuss:The three basic steps of taking in the good - have a positive experience, extend it, and absorb it.How Dr. Hanson discovered the concept of “hardwiring happiness.”.The benefits of positive emotions. Rick Hanson, Ph.D., is a neuropsychologist and author of Hardwiring Happiness: The New Brain Science of Contentment, Calm, and Confidence (from Random House in October, 2013; in 4 languages), Buddha’s Brain: The Practical Neuroscience of Happiness, Love, and Wisdom (New Harbinger; in 24 languages), Just One Thing: Developing a Buddha Brain One Simple Practice at a Time (New Harbinger; in 12 languages), and Mother Nurture: A Mother’s Guide to Health in Body, Mind, and Intimate Relationships (Penguin). Founder of the Wellspring Institute for Neuroscience and Contemplative Wisdom and an Affiliate of the Greater Good Science Center at UC Berkeley, he’s been an invited speaker at Oxford, Stanford, and Harvard, and taught in meditation centers worldwide. To learn more about Dr Hanson go to http

What the “New Story” is and why it’s relevant.Our current ‘Planetary’ mind – and how it has evolved from the ‘Modern’ mind.How our ‘catastrophe inspires creativity.’ David Christopher left behind lucrative corporate and aviation careers to address his lifelong desire for answers to humanity’s eternal question of our place in the Universe. The dialogues he created in The Holy Universe are the result of fifteen years of deep immersion in the works of new thought leaders such as Brian Swimme, Thomas Berry, Miriam MacGillis, James Lovelock, and many others, including celebrated Big History academicians such as David Christian, Cynthia Stokes Brown, and Fred Spier. Christopher wrote the book in part for people like him who call themselves “spiritual but not necessarily religious.” He lives in Northern California. To learn more about David go to www.theholyuniverse.com.

Join us as we’ll discuss: You don't have to settle for being the way they way you are.You can transform yourself into anyone you choose to be.Change is simple, change your shoes! Jodi Lovitt is a practicing philosopher, speaker, metaphysician, and teacher of self creation. Ms Lovitt combines her vast knowledge and expertise in traditional and non–traditional therapies, to help her clients resolve blocks and empower them to create their best selves and live authentic lives. Although, her work can address all areas of a client’s life (mental, emotional, physical, financial and spiritual) she specializes in helping women through life's transitions i.e. divorce, death, loss of career, mid life, empty. Ms. Lovitt preaches to her clients "Life is not over, it's just beginning." Ms. Lovitt a modern day sage encourages her clients to believe that ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE! A native of Los Angeles, California, she travels throughout the country spreading her wisdom and new thought philosophies always encouraging her c

Join us as we’ll discuss:The four reasons to mentor youth.How our generation is breaking the legacy of female competition.The five benefits of being a mentor. Karilee Halo Shames (SHAmez) received her MSN (Master of Science in Nursing) and her PhD in Holistic Studies. Positions she has held throughout her career include:Inpatient Psychiatric Unit CoordinatorAssistant Professor, Nursing at Florida Atlantic UniversityPrivate Practice RN 25 years counselingCalifornia Coordinator, Director-at-Large, and Public Relations Chair for the American Holistic Nurses Association. In her personal life, Karilee has co-raised three great kids into fine adults with her husband of four decades, Dr. Richard Shames. She has made lasting friendships with women all over the world and is dedicated to female empowerment. To learn more about Karilee go to http://amazingmentorsbook.com/.

Join us as we’ll discuss:How to find and use your innate creativity to heal your relationship with money.Luna's mission to inspire women to embrace money as a powerful tool that can be used to make a difference in the world, starting with your own life.The key to transforming your mindset and your current financial practices (or lack thereof) is to leverage your creativity and be willing to practice new skills. Luna Jaffe is the Founder and CEO of Lunaria Financial, Ltd, a boutique advisory firm providing holistic money management and financial planning for clients with portfolios ranging from $500k to $10+ million. Luna is the author of Wild Money: A Creative Journey to Financial Wisdom; Wild Money: A Financial Field Guide and Journal and Zguide to Money: A Sassy Woman's Visual Financial Field Guide.After years working for a traditional, male-dominated financial services firm, Luna wanted to create a firm where that integrates compassionate guidance, financial wisdom, and a creative spirit into financial pl

Join us as we’ll discuss: How to get clear on your WHY.Hit the pause button & Choose Powerfully.Your Powerful Persona Formula. Valery Satterwhite provides advocacy, mentoring, life planning and personal empowerment for people who want to stay on top efficiently managing fame and dealing with the unique challenges that come with a high-profile. She helps her clients manage the stress and pressure that comes with their fame, celebrity, privilege and success. She inspires, motivates and galvanizes people like you into the highest version of themselves – no matter what – in a fast paced high pressured environment. Valery is a Certified Master NLP Practitioner, Certified Emotional Intelligence Facilitator and author of books including Money Moxie: How to Transcend the Paradox of Privilege and Liberate Your True Worth and her latest book to be published early in the fall, The Fame Game: How to Slay the Dragon. She’s the host of Blog-Talk Radio’s 50 Shades of Fame and Fortune that airs live Tuesdays at 2pm Pa

Join us as we’ll discuss: An important distinction between teams and families.How to better understand team member’s communication styles to foster trust, cooperation and results.Well defined Roles and Responsibilities promote accountability. Allison Tabor is a Certified Professional Coach, Licensed DISC and One Page Business Plan Consultant and Facilitator with over 23 years of firsthand business ownership expertise, specializing in Communications and Strategic Planning. Allison empowers CEO's, Senior Management and Business Owners to achieve and maintain greater success through the use of practical and effective assessments, customized executive coaching, powerful and provocative consulting in various challenge areas. Assisting clients from start-up’s to multi-million dollar established companies, Allison is a highly regarded "thinking partner" empowering executives and their teams by bringing out the best in their communication, performance and satisfaction. Allison is also the Women Presidents' Organizat

Join us as we’ll discuss: The Power of Collaborating.The Power of Women in Business.How to stay strong and avoid burnout, overwhelm and stress, in order to generate your life’s dream. Kim Boudreau Smith is a Business Consultant, Speaker and International Best-Selling Author. Her company is dedicated to support women entrepreneurs to start living their Life’s dream! Through “Power UP” she provides the resources to encourage achievement and get the wanted results-Success & Freedom! Helping over 1,000 people successfully achieve healthier lifestyles with her first business, Kim is taking this extensive business knowledge and paying it forward. Helping women entrepreneurs avoid the pitfalls and enjoy the successes. Kim is a passionate believer and has a desire to motivate and support others to achieve their best through taking action and achieving extraordinary results. To learn more about Kim go to www.powerupinsideout.com

Join us as we’ll discuss: How to become very clear about what you want for your retirement abroad.How to take time to research your first choice AND alternatives. See if other places will better meet your needs.It is important that you don’t just visit a location, but that you visit it with an eye for how it would be to live there. Ann Hoffman took her first trip when she was six weeks old and grew up a military brat. She lived in Japan for three years, explored Marrakesh and camped on the banks of the Yukon. Ann's spent over four months in Australia, lived like a local for three months in Ecuador, seven in Mexico and one in Paris. She's rambled through over 30 countries and her bucket list includes horseback riding in Mongolia, a river trip on the Mekong, and walking the ice in Antarctica. Ann's joy comes from sharing her love of living internationally and how it’s possible to have the retirement of your dreams. To learn more about Ann Hoffman go to http://www.enjoylivinginternationally.com.

Join us as we’ll discuss:3 Steps to increase your sports knowledge and sound credible in just 5 minutes a day.How to define a productive conversation – and make better use of your time.How sports conversations help women play bigger and increase their influence. Jen Mueller, America’s Expert Talker is rarely at a loss for words. She pursued a career in sports broadcasting after repeated comments of “talks too much” from teachers and family members. She’s spent more than a decade honing her speaking skills as a sports broadcaster and sideline reporter. You can see her throughout Mariners season on ROOT Sports and hear her on the sidelines of Seahawks games on 710 AM radio is Seattle. Jen founded Talk Sporty to Me in 2009 after identifying a communication void in the workplace that could be filled with sports conversations. To learn more about Jen Mueller go to http://TalkSportytoMe.com.

Join us as we’ll discuss:3 Steps to increase your sports knowledge and sound credible in just 5 minutes a day.How to define a productive conversation – and make better use of your time.How sports conversations help women play bigger and increase their influence. Jen Mueller, America’s Expert Talker is rarely at a loss for words. She pursued a career in sports broadcasting after repeated comments of “talks too much” from teachers and family members. She’s spent more than a decade honing her speaking skills as a sports broadcaster and sideline reporter. You can see her throughout Mariners season on ROOT Sports and hear her on the sidelines of Seahawks games on 710 AM radio is Seattle. Jen founded Talk Sporty to Me in 2009 after identifying a communication void in the workplace that could be filled with sports conversations. To learn more about Jen Mueller go to http://TalkSportytoMe.com.

Join us as we’ll discuss:Why staying centered helps you balance your Life and also evolve your Soul.Ways to stay centered by nourishing your own body, mind, heart and Soul.How evolving your Soul and enjoying your Life impacts everyone in your life and beyond. As a Certified Hypnotherapist, Advanced Akashic Records Teacher, and Life & Soul Balance Coach, Barbara Schiffman excels at translating scientific theories, New Thought perspectives and ancient wisdom into supportive tools to help people experience more balance, peace and joy in their lives. A highly-regarded Hollywood script consultant turned author and speaker, Schiffman is an insightful and gifted teacher whose specialty is balanced, successful living. Her books and coaching programs -- especially “Living in Balance for Boomers: Secrets to Making the Most of the Second Half of Life” -- are empowering life improvement manuals for people of every age and interest. To learn more about Barbara Schiffman go to http://www.BarbaraSchiffman.com.

Join us as we’ll discuss:Don’t hesitate - Recalibrate.Don’t think your life is set – you can change it.Easy technique to see how far away from living your purpose you are now. Allen Vaysberg is a successful entrepreneur who within the IT consulting industry built several multi-million dollar businesses. Although he was living the "American Dream", deep inside he knew something needed to change because even with all his successes, he still felt unfulfilled. He discovered that in order to live a fulfilled life he needed to pursue his soul’s purpose. By taking charge of his destiny and following his dreams Allen finally found peace and felt complete. Today he inspires individuals to live their essence and assists them to re-calibrate their lives. He does so through many different mediums including his coaching practice “Recalibrate Your Life” To learn more about Allen Vaysberg go to www.recalibrateyourlife.com. 06/11/13

Join us as we’ll discuss: Grandmothers today are nothing like grandmother stereotypes.Grandmothers are changing the world.Grandmothers can help. Photojournalist Paola Gianturco has documented women’s lives in 55 countries and created five books as philanthropic projects. Her images have been exhibited at the United Nations, UNESCO, The US Senate, The Field Museum/Chicago, and The International Museum of Women.Paola has been a guest on The Oprah Winfrey Show, CNN, NPR and Voice of America programs plus many other TV and radio shows. Her pictures have appeared in the New York Times, Washington Post, Marie Claire and more.Paola was a principal in the first women-owned advertising agency in the U.S.; co-developed and taught executive institutes on Women and Leadership at Stanford University; and served on the board of The Association of Women's Rights in Development.She chaired the Board of The Crafts Center/Washington DC (which worked with low income artisans in 79 countries), serves on the Board of Internat

Join us as we’ll discuss:How to identify and overcome self-limiting beliefs.How to break through negative programming NOW.Master the “Power of 5” to accomplish your goals and objectives with velocity. Lisa Jimenez has helped thousands of people break through fear and self-limiting beliefs to get into ACTION and achieve their goals. Her programs help people build belief, retrain the brain, and create the mind-set they need to win in business and life.Lisa’s best-selling books Conquer Fear! and Don’t Mess With the Princess! have sold over 100,000 copies and are published in 7 languages.Through her doctoral studies in Psychology, growing a successful business herself, and her matchless experience of being a single mom of three children, Lisa offers a dynamic, real-world program that your people will love and relate to!Lisa’s programs teach your people how to develop the self-view they need to instantly overcome any objection, challenge or set back. They’ll learn how to stay focused, fired up, and in action in t

Join us as we’ll discuss:How men can “get in the game” and become active allies and advocates for women in leadership roles.Anne’s perspective on Sheryl Sandberg’s LEAN IN movement.Her top five recent moments that show women are gaining momentum. Anne Doyle has been on the front lines of women’s progress for decades – as a journalist, auto executive, elected official, mother, and author of POWERING UP! How America’s Women Achievers Become Leaders. She began her career as a TV news and sports broadcaster. Inducted into the Michigan Journalism Hall of Fame for leadership role in opening sports locker rooms. As Ford Motor Company executives was named one of the “100 Leading Women in the Auto Industry.” Anne is a single Mom who took an early retirement from the corporate fast track and began working on her book and ran for office. Today, she is an Auburn Hills City Councilwoman, global traveler and keynote speaker who is passionate about women and girls – everywhere -- achieving their full potential. To learn