Mind Body Spirit Living Podcast

Taking Time with Chris Kann - 7-16-17 - Mind Body Spirit Living Host Chris Kann takes the guest seat as the Mind Body Spirit Living show transitions off the airwaves of WRJN.  In this show, Chris recaps the show’s founding inspiration, and shares some behind-the-scenes stories, as well as what to expect next for the show. Since June, 2013, Chris Kann has been the host of the Mind Body Spirit Living radio show, a manifestation of her passion for her own personal growth journey and the desire to inform and educate others seeking to live an inspired life. Chris is also the owner of CSK Marketing, Inc., a market research company founded in 1997 (www.cskmarketing.com) and is a Registered Corporate Coach, guiding clients to more personal and career fulfillment using insights from over 30 years in business (www.chriskanncoaching.com).  Chris and business partner Markus Kasunich have created the Emotional Awareness app that is available on the App Store.  It is a tool for cultivating self awareness and em

What It Takes to Be An Entrepreneur with Markus Kasunich - 7-9-17 - Mind Body Spirit Living Being a business owner calls for a certain mindset, and a comfort level with the uncertainty and risk that is inherent in being an entrepreneur.  Do you have what it takes to take that step?  What should you think about before you venture out on your own, so that you can truly assess your readiness for business ownership? This week we are joined by our favorite coach who will share what you should consider as you contemplate a move to working for yourself. Markus Kasunich is a frequent guest on the Mind Body Spirit Living show, sharing his breadth of knowledge about achieving personal potential with our audience. He has been studying, practicing and refining holistic healing techniques for over 20 years. He has been trained in a wealth of different healing modalities, all augmenting his own natural gifts and intuitive abilities. He spent two years studying Psychology and Fine Arts at York University in Toron

The Business of Entertaining with Doug Nicholson - 7-2-17 - Mind Body Spirit Living We all enjoy a night out on the town, including a great meal, and maybe some live music and a nightcap at a local bar. Providing those experiences is the job of entrepreneurs and restaurateurs who love to create spaces for their customers to enjoy themselves with family and friends, and create memories.  How do these entrepreneurs get their inspiration to design the places that people want to congregate at?  This week we talk with a business owner who has invested in multiple businesses that focus on entertainment and fun for patrons to learn more about what this business of entertaining is all about. Doug Nicholson is the owner of the Nicholsworth Group, which includes three Downtown Racine businesses focused on eating and entertaining:  the Ivanhoe Pub & Eatery, The Brickhouse (formerly Envi Ultra Lounge), and Carriage House Liquor Co.  Nicholsworth also includes ATM Financial Services, Nicholson Property Man

The Entrepreneurial Adventure with Steve August - 6-25-17 - Mind Body Spirit Living Some people are called to be entrepreneurs early in their life, and only feel fulfilled and challenged when they are starting companies and working for themselves. They thrive on the risks and rewards that come with being a business owner, at the center of the strategy and decision-making that drives a business.  This week we get a peek into the mind of an entrepreneur who has started and successfully exited his own start-up, and worked in other ventures on his entrepreneurial adventure.  You’ll learn what challenges, but ultimately inspires, him to keep pursuing business opportunities and success. Steve August is a serial entrepreneur, success coach, digital artist and maker. Formerly the Founder and CEO of Revelation, a market research software company that he took from idea stage to a multi-million dollar exit. He has taken a lap around the C-Suite and boardrooms in private equity backed companies and his writing

A Bold Entrepreneur Amongst Giants with Sunday Muniz - 6-18-17 - Mind Body Spirit Living Running a business takes creativity and innovation, but it is an especially daunting challenge when the industry you are in has giant competitors with significantly louder voices.  What does it take to create a unique identity in this type of business environment?  This week we speak with a brave entrepreneur who has taken on the dynamics of the competitive nutrition, wellness and pharmaceutical industries to learn the secrets to her success. Sunday Muniz and her husband Jody own Nutritional Designs & Pharmacy, a resource for wellness in Racine, WI.  They are both board certified nutritionists, award-winning pharmacists, and busy parents to three active children.  A key goal of the business is to empower people in ways that can positively impact the lives of families, the community and beyond. By establishing their own independent pharmacy, they wanted a completely different business format from the large c

The Business of Creativity and Communications with Jen Dooley - 6-11-17 - Mind Body Spirit Living Starting a business from just an idea can be both a daunting task and also an overwhelming opportunity.  With a blank sheet and just the spark of entrepreneurship, anything is possible.  When that idea leads to a successful business with employees, a growing list of clients and a series of awards, it is worthy of admiration!  What does it take to build a business driven by creativity and communications and loyal clients?  This week we speak with an entrepreneur at the center of this business to find out what is at the core of its growth and success. Jennifer Dooley is the owner and founder of Dooley & Associates, a creative marketing agency based in Downtown Kenosha, Wisconsin. Dooley started the firm from a small one room home office in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin.  Dooley & Associates specializes in tailoring marketing plans, web design, search engine optimization, social media marketing, video pr

This Week's Show Archives - Mind Body Spirit Living Some people know early on that they would like to own and run a business, while others unexpectedly find themselves in the position of business owner through unplanned twists and turns.  As our “Re-Invigorating Work” series evolves, we begin discussions with entrepreneurs who share how they are both inspired and challenged in their role as entrepreneurs.  This week’s guest always aspired to own a business and saw his dream come true, in his hometown at a business he once worked at while in high school. Austin Schultz began working for Plumb Gold as a part time sales associate in 2001 while he was attending the Prairie School in Racine, WI.  He purchased Plumb Gold in 2015. He attended college at Miami University of Ohio. There he received a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Metalsmithing and Jewelry Design. Austin specializes in custom design and loves to work with colored gems. For more information about Austin and Plumb Gold, go to http://plumbgoldjewe

Loving Your Work with Chris Kann - 5-28-17 - Mind Body Spirit Living Because we spend so much of our time “at work”, most of us have a desire to feel inspired and energized by the career or profession that we choose. Not everyone has a clear vision of what that will be at the beginning of their career, but we all hope that through the decisions we make on our path, we continue to develop a better understanding of what it is that we really love to do, and ultimately find ourselves doing work we enjoy!  What can we think about at the different stages of our career that can keep us connected to what we know enriches and fulfills us in our work?  In the midst of our busy lives, sometimes we can forget, so this week, Host Chris Kann takes the guest seat to share her thoughts on how we can find our way back to loving our work. Since June, 2013, Chris Kann has been the host of the Mind Body Spirit Living radio show, a manifestation of her passion for her own personal growth journey and the desire to infor

Positive Perspectives on Re-Invigorating Work with Lori Kuhn - 5-21-17 - Mind Body Spirit Living Sometimes when we want to focus on “Re-Invigorating Work”, we have to work to put into perspective our experiences and strive to balance the positive with the challenging.  Often an objective adviser can help us to see where we are stuck, and where we might just be overemphasizing the negative, not just in work but in all aspects of our lives.  This week we look to the insights of an executive coach to learn what we often forget to reflect on when trying to become re-energized and get to a positive place in our relationship to our work. Lori Kuhn is an executive coach and the Chief Financial Officer at Thrive! Human Capital Development in Waukesha, Wisconsin.  She received her Bachelor’s in Business Administration from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Lori has a passion for creatively igniting people’s unique ability to thrive beyond their imagination.  Her expertise includes business risk consult

This Week's Show Archives - Mind Body Spirit Living At some point in the course of our careers, many of us contemplate or even fantasize about what it would be like to completely change the path that we have been following.  Though we may have years of training and experience invested into a particular job, company or industry, we can begin to consider if we might be more fulfilled listening to a voice that is telling us to take a leap and pursue something seemingly unrelated. The fear and uncertainty that inevitably come with this kind of decision often hold us back, but this week, our guest will share how she pushed through her doubts and fears to make a complete career transition after decades as an accomplished attorney. Anne Reed became CEO of the Wisconsin Humane Society in January of 2010, after almost three decades as a business litigator at the Milwaukee law firm of Reinhart Boerner Van Deuren SC. At the Wisconsin Humane Society, Anne stepped into the leadership of Wisconsin’s oldest and

Feeling Inspired and Connected in Your Work with Markus Kasunich - 5-7-17 - Mind Body Spirit Living We all hope that we spend our time doing work that inspires us and that we feel deeply connected to.  But we  can sometimes fall into routine, and lose the energized feeling that comes with embracing our work.  When that happens, how can we reclaim that connection, and find deeper meaning in the work that we do each day?  This week we will explore this helpful topic with a regular guest who always provides practical and helpful advice. Markus Kasunich is a frequent guest on the Mind Body Spirit Living show, sharing his breadth of knowledge about achieving personal potential with our audience. He has been studying, practicing and refining holistic healing techniques for over 20 years. He has been trained in a wealth of different healing modalities, all augmenting his own natural gifts and intuitive abilities. He spent two years studying Psychology and Fine Arts at York University in Toronto, Ontario,

Your Career, Your Most Valuable Asset with Mike Haubrich - 4-30-17 - Mind Body Spirit Living When you make a list the assets you “own”, that provide the most value to you and your financial health, do you list your career?  As we look at how we can “Re-Invigorate Work”, how would it change your thinking if you identified your work not just as a way to support your daily life, but as one of the most valuable components of your long term financial stability?  This week we speak with a financial expert who has written a book on this topic, and might change the way you view your work, and inspire you to get re-energized about taking ownership of your career. Mike Haubrich is the President and Founder of Financial Service Group, Inc., a Nationally registered, fee-only advisory firm founded in 1982.  His firm provides client-focused financial life planning services including retirement planning, investment portfolio management, personal risk management, elder life planning, tax strategies and preparation

This Week's Show Archives - Mind Body Spirit Living It is common for people who have been in a long-term career to lose their enthusiasm at some point in time, but what can you do early in your career to lay the foundation for sustained success and happiness?  Is it possible to plan ahead to minimize the frustrations that can build over time and lead to less satisfaction at work?  Join us as we speak with a professional in the early stages of building her career to find out how she is making choices now that she hopes will lead her to a long and happy career in journalism and communications. Paige Weslaski is the Founder & Editor-in-Chief of MilkNHoneyMagazine.com, and the 2015 Racine Area Manufacturers And Commerce (RAMAC) Young Professional of the Year award.  She is the author of “Finding Your Prince” which is available on Amazon.  Paige is a professional content writer at Image Management, and a columnist for Young Disciple Magazine, and the Racine Journal Times. Paige is a graduate of Pep

Career 180s with Mike Harris - 4-16-17 - Mind Body Spirit Living Have you ever considered making a dramatic career change that would leapfrog you from one industry to another, or from one skill set to one that is completely different?  For those who hit a career plateau or feel stalled, a significant shift might be just what is called for! The prospect of such a big decision can be scary, and yet exciting too, but requires personal reflection and forethought.  This week we speak with an entrepreneur and author who looked closer as the dynamics of making a career shift and will share what he learned to help others who are considering this option to help them feel re-invigorated about their work. Mike Harris is a proven and prolific entrepreneur with three different companies named to the Inc. 500 List of Fastest Growing Private Companies in the last 20 years. Mike is best known as the founder of Jefferson Wells, which he started in November of 1995 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.  Under his leadership as

Re-Invigorating Work with Patricia Clason - 4-9-17 - Mind Body Spirit Living For most of us, we feel lucky to feel called to pursue a particular line of work, and to get the education and experience that allows us to master that work.  There is something satisfying about doing work you know you are good at, that you feel connected to, and that allows you to feel fulfilled. But what do you do when you stop feeling fulfilled by that work; when what used to inspire you no longer does? This is particularly challenging when you have spent years cultivating a specific area of expertise, or have worked for a company for a long time, and you have never really contemplated other options.  This week we begin a series of discussions about how we can Re-Invigorate Work. How can we get back to feeling excited about what we do, or make changes that will allow us to rediscover the energy and passion that we once felt for the way we make a living? Our guest this week brings her decades of perspective as a business

Spirit Connections with Carolyn Clapper - 4-1-17 - Mind Body Spirit Living Occasionally we meet individuals who have an interesting story to tell, or who provide life insights worth sharing, outside of the course of the regular series of topics we discuss on the Mind Body Spirit Living show.  It is especially intriguing when we can connect with people who have a a perspective that is extremely unique, or who can provide us all with an illuminating view on something that we may find confusing or mysterious.  Such is the case with this week’s guest. After becoming severely ill with meningitis and being near death, she recovered to find that she was left with the ability to see beyond this world into the next. Upon realizing that she had this unique gift of connecting with Spirit, she now works with the police in the area of unsolved homicide, missing person and animal cases, and medical mysteries.  We take a closer look at her story today and how she connects with spirit. Carolyn Clapper is an Eviden

The Healing Power of Music with Angel Lawrie - 3-25-17 - Mind Body Spirit Living Music is a universal language, and speaks to people of all ages, races and cultures. The vibration and energy of music can affect people in a way that no words can.  Our guest in today’s “Someone You Should Know” discussion is blessed with the gift to use music not just for communication but for healing!  No matter your connection to music, you’ll appreciate the impact she has had on adults and children with her Grammy-nominated steel drum playing and teaching. Angel Lawrie grew up in Palmyra Ohio and fell in love with music at a very early age. She was a member of many musical ensembles during her teen years, participated in many musical events both locally and across the USA and received many awards for her playing. Angel continued her musical studies at the University of Akron, where she graduated at the top of her class, and was awarded the “outstanding Undergraduate Percussion Award”. She also studied “Hand Drummi

This Week's Show Archives - Mind Body Spirit Living When faced with unexpected challenges in life, the way we respond and the choices we make can determine the impact is has on the rest of our life.  When courage and determination are key parts of the solution, the outcomes can lead to inspiring resilience in those it touches. This week we speak with Inky Johnson, who chose to devote himself to conquering the obstacles put in his path after a career-ending injury in a college football game while at the University of Tennessee.  Join us for his story, and by his ability to overcome a childhood of poverty and violence to be someone who inspires others. Inky Johnson is a former University of Tennessee football player who grew up living in his grandparents’ two-bedroom house with 13 other family members. He slept on a pallet on the living room floor, in a neighborhood surrounded by drugs and violence in Kirkwood, Georgia. He and his family moved five times in nine years, all within Kirkwood. Stability

Wealth Building Habits with Mike Haubrich - 3-11-17 - Mind Body Spirit Living One the most important things that we can do to provide a foundation for a long and happy life is to to develop the financial means to be able to make choices about where we live and how we spend our time.  A secure financial future is not built overnight, however, and it takes many big and small habits daily to grow your personal wealth to a level that will support your vision for your later years.  This can be an overwhelming task for most people, so this week we are joined by a guest who is an expert on building personal wealth, who will provide his best insights from his long career in financial planning. Mike Haubrich is the President and Founder of Financial Service Group, Inc., a Nationally registered, fee-only advisory firm founded in 1982.  He and his team provide client-focused financial life planning services including retirement planning, investment portfolio management, personal risk management, elder life pl

Habits for a New and Better You with Byron Morrison - 3-4-17 - Mind Body Spirit Living There are many ways to live better and feel better by making different choices and practicing more healthy habits as part of a daily routine.  Because most people learn unhealthy habits from an early age, the challenges of making the shift to healthy habits begin with becoming more aware of the unhealthy patterns that have become normalized.  This week our guest shares his insights on the source of our habits, and best advice on integrating healthy habits that he learned in his own personal journey toward overall health. Byron Morrison is the author of the book ‘Become a Better You’, and Founder of Tailored Lifestyles: Habit, Nutrition and Fitness Coaching.  Byron became a coach for those seeking changes in their life after going through his own transformation from a sedentary life to one filled with physical activity and a healthy diet. Byron works with his clients to help them become more aware of prope