Welcome back everyone! The RV is on the road to New York to speak with Dr. Rana Bitar. Originally from Syria, Rana is a hematologist, oncologist, author and poet. Her latest book entitled The Long Tale of Tears and Smiles: An Oncologist’s Journey has just come out in August 2021. Find more on www.Ranabitar.com [email protected]

Welcome back to today’s episode of the RV! Today, we are headed to the Pacific Northwest in Washington State to chat with Joann Kider. Joann is an author who has written a few novels. Her latest series, Charming Mysteries, contains two books. The first book is Oceanberry Blues which came out last July, and the second one, Tangerine Troubles, comes out this March. Joann Keder is an award-winning author of ten novels and seven short stories. You can find her work at: Joann Keder Books--

Welcome back to another episode of The RV! We are headed to Wisconsin to speak to James Bastian. James is the author of the book Wisconsin Logging Camp 1921 which was published in 2015. The sequel entitled Willa’s Pursuit is coming out September 2022. The primary inspiration began with a 1936 newspaper account of three loggers in Rusk County, Wisconsin, purportedly finding a petrified body in a hollow tree they chopped down. This report intrigued me and started a decade long search of historical records, logging camp rosters, memoirs, letters, and other newspaper articles. While the original article was ultimately found to be a hoax made up by an enterprising editor, my investigation led to a wealth of information on logging, immigration, and an appreciation for the transformational events that occurred in the era of 1920 and again in 1970. Find more on: www.wisconsinloggingcamp.com

Welcome back to another episode of The Relatable Voice! The RV is Virginia -bound to speak to Douglas Rappaport. Douglas is a classically-trained musician, former video game producer and author. His latest book, Dead People has just come out. Dead People is about that idea, imagining an alien race visiting the Earth long after humans inhabited it and recreating the world with a smattering of dead people from all different time periods. But by doing this, the aliens also accidentally bring back bad people (murderers, rapists, evil dictators) and need these bad people taken out of this new world. Hence they hire Mild McMahon, a former professional football player, now hitman, tasked with taking out these bad people in exchange for possibly bringing back his mother who wasn’t lucky enough to be reincarnated by this alien race.

Terri Jay is an author, speaker, clinician, entertainer and more. I am an intuitive, medium, animal communicator, horse whisperer, medical and veterinary intuitive, remote viewer, map dowser, and She communicates with people who cannot such as those in a coma, PVS, TBI's, severe Alzheimer's, dementia, severe Autism, neuromuscular diseases, strokes and more.  Find more on : www.terri.jay.com

Welcome back to another episode of the RV! Today, we are headed towards Maine to speak to David Sawyer. David is an entrepreneur and founded the firm Safer Places Inc. He talks about Social Media Screening Tips – What to look for? What to overlook? What to act on? David gives amazing advice for people who are job-hunting right now.  Website: https://www.saferplacesinc.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/safer-places-inc./ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saferplaces YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnjv0ok_L7tq6-EVMKSpu9w

We are back on the road in the RV! On today’s episode, we are in Utah to speak to Aundrea Demille. Aundrea has her own consulting firm, has written a book called “Is it Racism? How to Heal the Human Divide”. She also hosts her own podcast called Wake Up Stories. find more on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wakeupstories/ Instagram: @aundrea_d_ Twitter: @aundrea_demille LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aundrea-d-she-her-980788201/

Welcome back to another episode of The Relatable Voice! Today, we are headed to Massachusetts to chat with Honoria Dasilva Kilgore. Honoria is an attorney and an independent educational consultant.  Find more: www.personalcollegecounseling.com

Hans Kullberg is an Author, specializing in Children’s Books and Parenting Books. Hans is a loving father of 4 children – Hansito, Sofia Lolita, Aviva Lilia and Liliana– and prides himself on being a father first and foremost, cherishing every moment of his fatherhood journey. His greatest pleasures of parenthood are bringing smiles and joy to his children and he loves watching them learn and grow. Due to the untimely tragedy of losing his daughter Aviva at 10 months old, Hans is motivated to share the beautiful story of her life, character and personality through Baby Aviva Orangutan Diva and bring smiles to children all over the world, creating positive impact while turning sorrow into inspiration. Find more: Twitter: @AvivasDaddy Instagram: @AvivasDad Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/BabyAviva Hashtag (All Platforms): #BabyAviva Website: www.hanskullberg.com

We are headed to Brooklyn New York to speak to Gary Morgenstein. Gary is a playwright and author. He’s published six novels and has a new play coming out in April called A Tomato Can’t Grow in the Bronx.  

Welcome back to today’s episode of The Relatable Voice! The RV is headed to New York to chat with Jenny Manion. Jenny is an energy healer, intuitive coach and author. Her book “A Short Path to Change: 30 Ways to Transform your Life” is out now. After healing myself of 7 years of chronic pain and several chronic diseases in 3 weeks - Jenny was awakened to her passion to help others tap into their own unlimitedness of being and to heal their lives in whatever way is needed. She truly understands how energy and emotions affect our lives and how we can use the power of our minds to heal. for more information: https://jennymannion.com/media-press/

Welcome to another episode of the RV! On today’s trip, we are heading to Illinois to speak to Michael Pickard. Michael is an author with a background in technology who has published over 8 books. His newest book is called “Forward and Back”, which debuts this month February 2nd .  Michael is a husband, a father, and a grandfather (G.Pa) to three precious G.Kids. Madison, Lucas, and Kayla. He used to have a heart but they stole it. He was born and raised in Chicago, Illinois and settled in Highland Park, a suburb about 30 miles due north of the city. He's enjoying his third career as an author. Michael is inspired by ideas. What is, what isn’t, and what could be. He's at his best when he apply his imagination. In creative writing, that means deep fictional characters. The worlds they occupy, whether here on Earth or in outer space. Humans or aliens in all shapes, sizes, and materials. Michael would be honored if readers visited his catalog at http://www.gerfnit.com. They'll find nine novels (paperback and ebook), a collection of short stories, and a children’s book, which was written at the request of his middle G.Kid, Lucas. You can visit his catalog or novels and short stories at: http://www.gerfnit.com On Twitter, @gerfnitauthor

 We are back again with another episode of The RV! On today’s trip, we are headed to Israel to chat with Avigail Gimpel. Avigail is a teacher and an author. She recently published her fist book “HyperHealing”, based on many years of research and practice both as a mother of a good number of kids diagnosed with ADHD, as well as a classroom teacher of children struggling with ADHD symptoms. Her second book HyperHealing, Show me the Science is expected to be published in the next few months.  

We are back today with another episode of the RV! We are on route towards Sarasota, Florida to speak to Cristina Matta. Cristina is an ESL instructor, a blogger and an author. Her first book is called “Never Shaken: Tales of Survival”, which is a collection of women’s survival stories. She has also published a new young adult mystery novel entitled Tremor in the Hills. Find more about Cristina on @cristina_matta_k (Instagram) @CristinaAMatta (Twitter) tremorinthehills.com (blog) [email protected] (email) This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp

Welcome back to the Relatable Voice! On today’s episode, we are headed to California to speak to Reenita Malhotra Hora. Originally from Mumbai India, Reenita is a founder, marketing leader and writer. She has not only one but two books coming out next year. One is called Playtime in Bagh and the other is called “Operation Mom - How I got my mom a life and a man”. 

Welcome to another episode of the RV. We are on the road to Clearwater, Florida to chat with Kelly Caleb. Kelly is a mental health therapist and the author of the” Now Cow Helps book series”, centered around a Cow who teaches mindfulness and other positive skills to the other animals she meets. She has four books published of the projected 10 book series all of which are available on Amazon as well as other select bookstores. Book 1: Now Cow Helps Drama Llama: A Mindful Tale for Anxiety Book 2 Now Cow Helps Bad Habit Rabbit: A Mindful Tale for Changing Bad Habits Book 3 Now Cow Helps Lost My Shoe Caribou: A Mindful Tale for Personal Responsibility Book 4 Now Cow Helps Fighter Spider: A Mindful Tale for Coping with Anger Ten percent of profits from the Now Cow Helps book series goes to Operation Jacks Village (operationjacksvillage.org), a non-profit charity to promote child and adolescent mental health and suicide prevention. Kelly has a YouTube channel Now Cow and Friends where her first book “Now Cow Helps Drama Llama: A Mindful Tale for Coping with Anxiety'' is available for viewing. Join the adventure today! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0RZHILk5PJCZ8WYa3Clegg Amazon Author Page https://amazon.com/author/kellycaleb Instagram #nowcowdramallama Twitter @nowcowdramalla1

Shelley Kenow and Fran Smith talk about inclusion and what we can do to encourage friendships and social connections in an inclusive classroom. Shelley is the author of the book "Those Who "Can't ..." Teach and Fran is an advocate for those in long term facilities. If you want to watch their program and learn more about this, don't miss their weekly episodes called Fridays with Fran on youtube. Find Shelley at www.shelleykenow.com

A. Gavazzoni is the Brazilian author of a trilogy named Hidden Motives (Behind The Door #1, Lara´s Journal #2 and The Brilliant Game #3), and the Where The Road Goes Series: Sketches of Life #1 and just released Life Has Other Plans #2. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lucia-matuonto/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lucia-matuonto/support

Author R. A. Revis was born and raised in Las Vegas, Nevada and has been a fan of fantasy novels for almost as long as he has been able to read. His first novel, The Dark Times Saga: The Black Forest, is fueled by his fascination of the paranormal and the supernatural, including his love of ancient history and religions. The Dark Times Saga: The Black Forest, will leave you breathless and waiting for book two as it takes you deep into the mind of R. A. Revis. Visit The Relatable Voice website: https://www.luciamatuonto.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lucia-matuonto/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lucia-matuonto/support

We are back again with another episode of The Relatable Voice. Today, the RV is heading to Columbus Ohio to speak with Heather Mathes. Heather is a retired professional model, and is now working in the world of nutrition, fitness and wellness. Her book “Paid to Be Perfect: The Secret to Finding Your Perfect” is out now. Heather Mathes began modeling in 1988. She continued modeling professionally after graduating from the Ohio State University with a B.S. in Marketing in 1993 before signing her first contract fit modeling with a major national retailer in 1996. After a 10-consecutive-year fit modeling contract, as well as modeling for other companies outside of her contract, she retired to become a mom in 2008. She then came out of retirement in 2016 at the age of 46 to continue fit modeling for the same company at the exact measurements she was in her twenties, not because she was under contract, but because she had developed health and wellness methods that kept her weight from fluctuating. These methods and more are what she shares in her book Paid to Be Perfect. She lives in Columbus, Ohio with her husband, her son, and her dog. Visit http://paidtobeperfect.com/ The Relatable Voice Podcast website: https://www.luciamatuonto.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lucia-matuonto/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lucia-matuonto/support

Sivan Hong authors and illustrates the children’s book series The Super Fun Day Books, including “Benny J. and the Horrible Halloween”, “George J. and the Miserable Monday” and "Emily D. and the Fearful First Day". Her inspiring books focus on neurodiverse children, who overcome their challenges with perseverance and bravery. Sivan also serves as a Trustee on the Boards of the Westport Public Library, the Rita Allen Foundation and the ASPCA. When she’s not working, Sivan enjoys being a wife to her lovely husband and a mother to their two wonderful children. They have a dog and cat, and live in Connecticut. You can follow Sivan on Instagram at @sivan_hong_author. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lucia-matuonto/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lucia-matuonto/support

Shelley is a wife, mother, dog lover, special education teacher, speaker, and education consultant. She believes that while we each know who we are today, we don’t know who we will be tomorrow. The example she uses to shed light on this is the caterpillar turning into the butterfly. Shelley believes in promoting acceptance, inclusion, and having no limits when it comes to people with special needs and their potential. Shelley was a special educator for over two decades and helped her students accomplish more than doctors, teachers, peers, and family members thought those students ever would. She believes in making the world better for all, one IEP at a time. Visit: http://www.shelleykenow.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lucia-matuonto/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lucia-matuonto/support

Amy Nordhues is a survivor of both childhood sexual abuse and sexual abuse as an adult at the hands of a mental health professional. She is a passionate Christ-follower and expert on the healing God provides. She has a BA in psychology with minors in sociology and criminology. Her devotions have been published in The Secret Place (Judson Press) and include: A Big Softy, Winter 2018, Fixer Upper, Summer 2019, No, Thank You, Summer 2021 and Unveiled, Fall 2021. Her essay, Give Me a Sign, won 2nd place at the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference Foundation Awards. She blogs at www.amynordhues.com. A married mother of three, she enjoys spending time with family, writing, reading, photography, and all things comedy. Learn more on http:www.amynordhues.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lucia-matuonto/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lucia-matuonto/support

Rick E Cutts was born in 1978 in Chicago Illinois. He grew up in a creative household, and his parents always encouraged him to read and often presented puzzles or thought-provoking questions to make him think. That is where his passion for mysteries and trying to guess how a story ends started. Most of the time, he guesses the endings and wishes for more unpredictable endings. That same passion is what led Rick to write his own stories with plenty of twist and turns that have readers guessing all the way through! - Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lucia-matuonto/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lucia-matuonto/support

Tim McCarthy has a Master’s Degree in Education and a Grandmaster rank in the martial arts. He has combined his years of experience as a classroom teacher and administrator (in both public and private schools) with even more years of experience teaching and developing martial arts programs to create a simple plan for the education of children. He has spent years researching developmental child psychology, chosen the best studies, and distilled them into simple, understandable language. He then drew on his vast knowledge of activities that help children become stronger physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually, and arranged them according to the capabilities of children at each age. His unique perspective combining Eastern and Western educational philosophy creates a powerful road map for raising balanced children in an increasingly unbalanced world. If you want to create the brightest future for your child, take advantage of this rare collection of information and over 400 fun activities that give you a simple, organized, easy plan to follow. Find more on: https://4d-2d.com/ Check the RV website : https://www.luciamatuonto.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lucia-matuonto/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lucia-matuonto/support

Robin Perry Braun is the founder and President of Integrated Life Strategies, Inc. She has spent more than 25 years accruing and integrating tools to address the deepest and most stubborn mental, emotional, spiritual issues that humans develop. She has developed a certified modality and trains new practitioners all over the world to use her expansive toolbox in healing and wellness. Her toolbox includes a christ-based set of spiritual tools unlike any existing model in the market currently. Her own experience overcoming a 14-year battle with an eating disorder and then marriage to a sex-addict has made her a bulldog when it comes to finding healing solutions. Her science-based and laser-precise methods bring up the roots of issues related to addiction, anxiety, depression, obesity, disease and anything else. She has an incredible track record of helping people change their future and have what their heart desires, as well as manifest their destiny by removing blockages. She has successfully implemented Law of Attraction principles in a manner unlike any other Attraction speaker or coach. Find more on : --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lucia-matuonto/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lucia-matuonto/support

Welcome back to another episode of The Relatable Voice. Today, we are chatting with Ziva Bakman-Flamhaft in New York City. Originally from Israel, she is a published author, including her memoir War Widow: How the Six Day War Changed My Life.  Visit: www.zivabakmanflamhaft.com or www.warwidowbook.com  This episode is sponsored by Formatted Books https://formattedbooks.com/?ref=38&campaign=TheRV&FormattedBooks --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lucia-matuonto/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lucia-matuonto/support

Bari Ross is a twelve-year head and neck cancer survivor. In Stronger with Two: The Inspiring True Story of a Husband and Wife Winning the Battle Against Cancer Together, author Bari Ross offers a fascinating and surprisingly transparent account that gives insight and understanding for handling any health crisis. Debuting as a #1 New Release on Amazon, this timely and riveting memoir does not just tell Ross’ story – it is a spiritual and practical guide to harnessing the power of self-determination and collective unity to overcome a seemingly impenetrable obstacle. She is the past volunteer chair of Winship Cancer Institute’s Patient & Family Advisors (PFA). Ross is a member of the Emory Healthcare PFA Council and a Winship Peer Partner. Ross also serves as a Patient Advocate on the National Cancer Institute’s Head & Neck Metastatic and Recurrent Task Force and Patient Advocate Screening Committee Member. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lucia-matuonto/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lucia-matuonto/support

Today, we are on the road headed to Stuttgart, Germany to speak to the UK native Grace Grossmann. Grace is a well-being coach, a yoga instructor and the author of the book “Chill Out and Cheer Up: A 10 step guide”. As a writer, yoga instructor, wellness coach, Grace Grossmann has a passion for helping people find peace within. She finds sense through writing and strength through God. She believes people are too pressurised to find happiness when it all comes down to loving themselves and others. Her mission is to show people it is OK to feel anxiety and stress; it can help you grow when handled with care and compassion. Her non-fiction books include humorous and humble accounts of Grace's spiritual journey to show that reality is always going to hit, but you can get through it. She connects with the reader in an encouraging and lighthearted way through a steady flow of engaging content including practical exercises, questions and good laughs. This episode is sponsored by Formatted Books https://formattedbooks.com/?ref=38&campaign=TheRV&FormattedBooks --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lucia-matuonto/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lucia-matuonto/support

Anouk was born in Amsterdam in 1979. Together with her three-year older brother she had a happy upbringing by both their parents. She moved to Ireland in 2003 to live with her Irish boyfriend. This is still where she lives with her now husband and their two children. She loves to dance and listen to music as loud as possible. Reading and going on a journey into a different world is something she has enjoyed from the instant she could read. Besides loving to read from a young age she always had an active imagination. She used to and still does tell herself stories when she lies in bed awake. She has a very positive, happy outlook in life, regardless of the curve balls life throws at her. Since she was diagnosed with two long-term incurable illness and is no longer able to walk Her ability to look for solutions to achieve a desired result has come in extremely helpful. In her stories she incorporates her desire to look for solutions to achieve the wanted outcomes. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lucia-matuonto/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lucia-matuonto/support

Antonia has been writing since childhood. Born to an entertainment family — her father a comedian and actor, her mother a big band singer — she began acting as a child. Antonia moved to Alabama to start a family where she was the Executive Director of a non-profit Arts Organization and the Greater Birmingham Humane Society. While still acting on occasion, she is a law professor at Birmingham School of Law and an Enrolled Agent/Master Tax Advisor. https://antoniagavrihel.com instagram.com/antoniagavrihel facebook.com/antoniagavrihel . Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lucia-matuonto/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lucia-matuonto/support

Zara Miller is a published author, writer and blogger. She is a graduate of Middlesex University London where she studied International Relations. Her debut YA novel I am Cecilia attracted the eye of prominent speaking conferences such as Career Grad Festival and Association of Writers and Writing Programs. She writes for The Teen Magazine where she handles culture and student sections and works for her publishing house New Degree Press as an author coach, guiding new talent towards publishing successfully. Find more : https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/sunset-in-la-paz-by-zara-miller#/ Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lucia-matuonto/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lucia-matuonto/support

Steven Kolbe studied at NOCCA and LSU in Louisiana before earning his undergraduate and graduate degrees in English from Kansas State University. He started his writing career as a lowly student worker for the prestigious literary journal The Southern Review. If you received a formal rejection letter in the mid-2000s, he probably sealed the envelope. He has published fiction, poetry, and nonfiction in various newspapers, magazines, and journals since that time. He lives in Southwest Kansas with his wife and three children. His debut novel How Everything Turns Away is available in ebook and paperback formats from The Wild Rose Press. Find more on https://stevenjkolbe.com/about/ . Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lucia-matuonto/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lucia-matuonto/support

Gabriel's latest works of fiction are THE LAST CONCEPTION and ZEN MASTER TOVA TARANTINO TOSHIBA: THE ILLUSTRIOUS AND DELUSIONAL ABBESS OF SATIRE. Previous fiction includes BUDDHA'S WIFE, SAINT CATHERINE'S BABY, THE SKIN OF LIONS, and JUST A HEARTBEAT AWAY. He has written for numerous magazines, newspapers and journals throughout North America, Europe, Africa and Asia; has 14 books published in the U.S. and continues to write fiction, non-fiction and screenplays. His latest work of non-fiction is A B.R.A.V.E. YEAR: 52 WEEKS BEING MINDFUL. Dr. Constans has worked as a trauma counselor in a variety of situations and environments, most notably with local and international non-profit organizations such as hospice, the coroner's office, hospitals, state prisons, the Center for Street Children and the Ihangane Project (both in Rwanda). His classes on grief, loss, hope and transformation, can be found at The Figley Institute and Quantum Continuing Education Online. Gabriel's favorite writers include Deena Metzger, Isabel Allende, Wallace Stegner, Toni Morrison, Bell Hooks, Zora Neale Hurston, Dave Eggers, Ann Petry, Carlos Ruiz Zafon, Alice Walker, Barbara Kingslover, Joan Tewkesbury and James Baldwin. Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lucia-matuonto/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lucia-matuonto/support

Travis is a travel blogger, a community architect and builder, a remote work specialist, a singer-songwriter, a dolphin whisperer, and, after spending time in over 50 countries—he has released his travel memoir, "Not That Anyone Asked: A Travel Memoir about Sex, Drugs, Love and Finding Purpose." You can reach him through his website www.traviswking.com or at [email protected] for all writing and business inquiries. This episode is sponsored by Formatted Books. Visit https://formattedbooks.com/?ref=38&campaign=TheRV&FormattedBooks --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lucia-matuonto/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lucia-matuonto/support

"Many thousands of years ago, creatives were considered the most important people in the communities. Stories, songs, poems, and paintings were all considered sacred tools and moral compasses from which people learned and receive guidance. But the importance of creativity has been forgotten along with storytelling and it's important role within a community" -Liam Jenkins For ten years I have worked in a number of PR, communications and marketing agencies. With a selection of articles published in Insurance, IT & Health and Safety trade magazines. Writing for me is both a form of escapism and cathartisism, but greater than that I'm driven by the notion that my stories can inspire a younger generation. I believe that the world needs a new influx of modern day fairy stories; stories laced with peril, triumph and moral dilemmas. I also believe that with rise of technology and mass consumerisation, these stories are getting lost. Old fairy stories can seem to be outdated and un-relatable. That's how Dylan McFinn was created. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lucia-matuonto/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lucia-matuonto/support

J.S. began writing as a child to cope with his night terrors. Thus, began his love for creating short stories of horror, suspense, and adventure. As a junior in high school, his brother Fernando burrowed one of his stories to be turned into his English lit class. Mrs. Jaeger, Fernando’s teacher, was disturbed and mortified by what she read and submitted the story into a statewide contest. Fernando won! He received a plaque that said, “Future Authors of America,” one-hundred dollars in cash, and an interview with the local newspaper. When asked what inspired him to write about a kid who eats other kids in the neighborhood, he turned to J.S. and said, “My brother?” The reporter didn’t know whether to laugh or call the police. Find more on Instagram: @jscastrowriter --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lucia-matuonto/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lucia-matuonto/support

Ben Levin has been in love with stories ever since he was a little boy and has written many throughout his life. “Stories just constantly pop into my mind like magic, and I feel a need to share them with other kids,” says the teenager. Published author of the multiple book series Nellie’s Friends, written for grammar school readers, Ben also authored Ollie and the Race for early readers. His breakout novel, In the Hole, offers to give hope and inspiration to young adults and their families who face homelessness and economic insecurities during this challenging time in history as we collectively face a global pandemic. Ben’s greatest wish is “to bring joy through my writing to kids all over the world.” Born in Lexington, Massachusetts, the New England native currently lives in Montvale, New Jersey with his parents, his little brother Jake, and their two dogs, Stark and Sherlock. Visit : https://benlevinauthor.com This episode is sponsored by PodGO. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lucia-matuonto/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lucia-matuonto/support

Madison, or Maddie to her friends, believes that creativity breeds creativity. Her greatest hope is that, in reading this book, you will find these stories relatable and become inspired by them. Maybe you’ll start painting, or maybe you will take that vacation you’ve been dreaming about. Either way, she hopes it encourages her readers to live their authentic life, as writing has taught her to. What I Gave You is a true coming of age story. You’ll learn alongside Maddie about getting through the toughest parts of life (so far) and coming out stronger than ever. This book was her way of growing up. Maddie is almost thirty and even though she doesn't see herself as a "grown up," she feels like she's finally on the path towards her destiny. Go follow her on Instagram to keep up with her daily life and get all the updates on her insightful book. Also, go check out her YouTube for a refreshingly relatable author experience. Maddie takes you alongside her expat life in Macau and she's so much fun to watch! She's young, but she's one to keep an eye on. This episode is sponsored by Podgo. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lucia-matuonto/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lucia-matuonto/support

Madeleine P Wober aka Maddie Sparkles is an Intuitive Healer (working with the angels & spirit guides ), Voice Actor, Inspirational Poet & Transformational Empowerment Coach, illuminates the path of living magically. She runs Living Magically workshops globally, has a vibrant, Facebook community and offers Angel & Oracle card readings for healing in any area of your life. She has been featured on ABC, NBC, FOX, Ticker News, Authority Magazine, Brainz, Thrive Global, Podcasts & Radio. This episode is sponsored by Formatted Books. Visit: https://formattedbooks.com/?ref=38&campaign=TheRV&FormattedBooks --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lucia-matuonto/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lucia-matuonto/support

Dr. Maneesha Ahluwalia is a Certified Life Coach and Board Certified Infectious Disease and Internal Medicine physician. She is also the coauthor of The Warrior Women Project. This episode is sponsored by Formatted Books. Visit https://formattedbooks.com/?ref=38&campaign=TheRV&FormattedBooks --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lucia-matuonto/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lucia-matuonto/support

Gramps Jeffrey has 4 kids and 6 grandchildren and looks at how the kids are growing up as a baby boomer trying to understand how the world has evolved since he was 3 years old. As the author of the acclaimed business book "The Secrets of Retailing...How to Beat Walmart" and a contributor to The Huffington Post of over 100 articles on how to help the nonprofit world and also help grow small businesses, Gramps' commentary is quite timely in the challenging world we live in. Visit: http://www.grampsjeffrey.com/ .

Luisa Ramondo, affectionately known for her Italian heritage and nurturing traits, makes her literary debut with “Beyond the Cobblestones,” a passion project that’s been in the works for years. Inspired by tales of her mother’s journey from the villages of Italy to the bustling cities of America. She is an award-winning real estate agent who lives in the Philadelphia area with her husband and three sons. When she’s not writing or selling houses, Luisa can be found on the tennis courts, on a yoga mat, or in the kitchen. Luisa is known for her natural cooking abilities and effortless entertaining skills. Scents of tomato and basil drift through her welcoming home as she regularly delights her friends and family with Sunday dinners – experiences she’s carried from her own youth that have inspired this lively tale. Visit www.luisalivornoramondo.com. This episode is sponsored by Formatted Books --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lucia-matuonto/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lucia-matuonto/support

Thomas Nastek has been writing novels of fiction since 2003. His writing often reflects old-fashioned values, Christian/Catholic themes, and inspiring messages of hope. thomas grew up in a Catholic family where the foundations of his beliefs were seeded, however they did not fully develop until later in life. He is active in his parish and teaches the faith. Find more: http://www.woundedcrowpublishing.com/ This episode is sponsored by Formatted Books. Visit https://formattedbooks.com/?ref=38&campaign=TheRV&FormattedBooks --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lucia-matuonto/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lucia-matuonto/support

Dr. Anneloes Smitsman is a leader and pioneer in the development of the architecture of creating civilizations that enhance the wellbeing of both person and planet. In this she is a treasure trove of ingenuity and wisdom. She is one whom leaders in social evolution regard as the person who has the genius to implement the revolutionary solutions and visions that can advance the necessary development of both people and planet. Anneloes is the co-author of the Amazon #1 Bestseller “The Quest of Rose”. Dr. Richard Harris is a Vascular Surgeon who loves words and has always written. Richard set out to write two novels together about 4 years ago and this is the first. The second is a historical romance and will be available when Richard finds some time and a small cottage by the sea to finish this lovely and tragic tale. He hopes you will enjoy “Imagine” and that it sparks a few thoughts. Richard is the author of the book “Imagine”. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lucia-matuonto/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lucia-matuonto/support

Bilingual communications expert Sandy Rodriguez writes on topics ranging from finance to entertainment for different media outlets in both the U.S. and Mexico. She appears as a host in videos for lifestyle website En Cinco and multimedia company Heart of Hollywood Motion Pictures. Sandy is a former editorial coordinator for Mexican newspaper Reforma, one of the most influential publications in Latin America, and has translated tens of books from English to Spanish for major publishing houses. These include medical, self-help, and business books, novels, and titles focused on spirituality or personal growth by popular authors such as Louise Hay, Nick Vujicic, and Neale Donald Walsch. Sandy Rodriguez is the author of award-winning self-transformation book Choose to Prevail. Find it at https://www.amazon.com/Choose-Prevail-Unexpected-Insights-Challenges/dp/1098327780/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=  This episode is sponsored by Formatted Books. https://formattedbooks.com/?ref=38&campaign=TheRV&FormattedBooks --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lucia-matuonto/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lucia-matuonto/support

Richard Harris is best known as one of Australia’s top Vascular Surgeons and for spearheading the rebuild of a major metropolitan public hospital. Richard believes in equal access to the best possible healthcare, quality care delivered not only in Australia but around the world.   Apart from surgery, Richard has been a musician, a backpacker, a poet, and a painter.  He loves to travel and has ventured to over 80 countries so far.   It has been a hard couple of years for many. Richard lost his wonderful partner and mother of his 2 gorgeous children in early 2020 to breast cancer.    Lockdown has not allowed for travel so Richard has found comfort in one of his other passions - writing.   He is a writer who fell in love with words a long time ago. He has always had a yearning to set some dreams, adventures, and love down on paper.  His first book Imagine: A Novel does just that. Richard’s dreams for what a truly compassionate world could look like are woven into a beautiful love story and journey around the world which has been inspired by Lennon’s iconic song Imagine. Visit https://www.richardaharris.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lucia-matuonto/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lucia-matuonto/support

Suzanne Casamento is the author of the books Fingerprints and Choosing Tally. Her latest book is called All the Moments in Between. She says: I recently got rid of my car, apartment, and just about everything I own and launched a digital nomad journey. My plan is to travel the world by attending writer's retreats and of course, share what I learn along the way. Please visit https://www.suzannecasamento.com/ to find out where I am and what I've discovered. This episode is sponsored by Formatted Books, visit https://formattedbooks.com/?ref=38&campaign=TheRV&FormattedBooks --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lucia-matuonto/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lucia-matuonto/support