Best Kandas Rodarte Podcasts (2025)

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299: Image Cycling Aligns Subconscious With True Desires | Ursula Mentjes 43:51

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Image Cycling - Ursula Mentjes, five-time bestselling author and business growth expert, reveals how to align your subconscious with true desires instead of ego-driven goals. Ursula grew up on a small Minnesota farm, then scaled from outside sales rep to president of a $27 million company in five years before launching her own seven-figure coaching…

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How Artists Sell Art Without a SINGLE Salesy Post | Miriam Schulman 44:26

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Learn how to sell art online without feeling salesy from Miriam Schulman, author of Artpreneur. Discover proven marketing strategies for artists, how to sell art on email, and why traditional business advice doesn't work for creative entrepreneurs selling art online. About Miriam Schulman Miriam Schulman is the author of Artpreneur: The Step-by-Ste…

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How Artists Sell Art Without a SINGLE Salesy Post | Miriam Schulman 43:12

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Learn how to sell art online without feeling salesy from Miriam Schulman, author of Artpreneur. Discover proven marketing strategies for artists, how to sell art on email, and why traditional business advice doesn't work for creative entrepreneurs selling art online. About Miriam Schulman Miriam Schulman is the author of Artpreneur: The Step-by-Ste…

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Thank Yourself Daily: Self-Gratitude for Gen X Women | Christie Going 37:17

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Self-care is not selfish and thanking yourself is essential for Gen X women. Licensed massage therapist Christie Going joins Kandas Rodarte to discuss why women struggle with self-gratitude, how to thank yourself daily, and practical self-care tips including their 30-day fitness challenge, hydration hacks, and why Snoop Dogg's "I want to thank myse…

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Thank Yourself Daily: Self-Gratitude for Women Over 40 | Christie Going 36:03

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_*]:min-w-0 !gap-3.5"> Self-care is not selfish and thanking yourself is essential for women over 40. Licensed massage therapist Christie Going joins Kandas Rodarte to discuss why women struggle with self-gratitude, how to thank yourself daily, and practical self-care tips including the 30-day fitness challenge they both completed, hydration hacks,…

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Overcome Stage Fright | Mahlena-Rae Johnson 39:34

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How to overcome stage fright as a woman entrepreneur and leader. Speaker and author Mahlena-Rae Johnson shares her 3-step framework (relax, relate, release) to help introverted women leaders conquer public speaking anxiety and step into their power on stage with confidence. In episode 296 of Gratitude Geek, I sit down with Mahlena-Rae Johnson—speak…

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Overcome Stage Fright | Mahlena-Rae Johnson 38:20

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How to overcome stage fright as a woman entrepreneur and leader. Speaker and author Mahlena-Rae Johnson shares her 3-step framework (relax, relate, release) to help introverted women leaders conquer public speaking anxiety and step into their power on stage with confidence. In episode 296 of Gratitude Geek, I sit down with Mahlena-Rae Johnson—speak…

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I Cut Off My Breasts Before Cancer Could Kill Me | Merit Kahn 46:22

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What if you could prevent breast cancer before it starts? And what if you could turn that journey—plus divorce and life's biggest challenges—into comedy gold? Comedian Merit Kahn joins host Kandas Rodarte to share her powerful story as a BRCA1 previvor who chose preventative mastectomy at age 40. Merit transformed her experience into a one-woman co…

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I Cut Off My Breasts Before Cancer Could Kill Me | Merit Kahn 47:36

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What if you could prevent breast cancer before it starts? And what if you could turn that journey—plus divorce and life's biggest challenges—into comedy gold? Comedian Merit Kahn joins host Kandas Rodarte to share her powerful story as a BRCA1 previvor who chose preventative mastectomy at age 40. Merit transformed her experience into a one-woman co…

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I Survived Abuse and Cancer—Here's What Healed Me | Deb Davis 56:52

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In episode 294, I chat with Deb Davis, breast cancer thriver and author of "The Faces of Transparency: What We Reveal," about healing, transparency, and self-advocacy. Deb shares her journey through abuse, breast cancer recovery, and the power of breaking silence. Together they explore three game-changing self-care practices, why transparency matte…

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I Survived Abuse and Cancer—Here's What Healed Me | Deb Davis 55:38

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In episode 294, I chat with Deb Davis, breast cancer thriver and author of "The Faces of Transparency: What We Reveal," about healing, transparency, and self-advocacy. Deb shares her journey through abuse, breast cancer recovery, and the power of breaking silence. Together they explore three game-changing self-care practices, why transparency matte…

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Holistic Cancer Recovery Tools Your Doctor Won't Mention | Christie Going 50:08

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When you're diagnosed with cancer, your oncologist will tell you about chemotherapy, radiation, and surgery. But what about the complementary therapies that could help you manage side effects, reduce pain, and heal more completely? In this revealing conversation, Kandas sits down with licensed massage therapist and reflexologist Christie Going to d…

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Holistic Cancer Recovery Tools Your Doctor Won't Mention | Christie Going 48:54

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When you're diagnosed with cancer, your oncologist will tell you about chemotherapy, radiation, and surgery. But what about the complementary therapies that could help you manage side effects, reduce pain, and heal more completely? In this revealing conversation, Kandas sits down with licensed massage therapist and reflexologist Christie Going to d…

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I Chose the Harder Surgery & It Saved My Life | Erica Neubert Campbell 50:07

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What happens when you choose the harder path? Award-winning writer Erica Neubert Campbell shares her transformative breast cancer journey with host Kandas Rodarte in this powerful October breast cancer awareness episode. After watching her mother battle and lose her fight with breast cancer, Erica faced her own diagnosis with hard-won wisdom—choosi…

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I Chose the Harder Surgery & It Saved My Life | Erica Neubert Campbell 48:53

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What happens when you choose the harder path? Award-winning writer Erica Neubert Campbell shares her transformative breast cancer journey with host Kandas Rodarte in this powerful October breast cancer awareness episode. After watching her mother battle and lose her fight with breast cancer, Erica faced her own diagnosis with hard-won wisdom—choosi…

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How Resilience Built a Thriving Therapy Practice | Luba Patlakh 40:44

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Join us in this inspiring episode featuring Luba Patlakh, the Founder & Director of Kidology, Inc. As a resilient entrepreneur, Luba shares her remarkable journey from Manhattan broadcast journalism to establishing a thriving pediatric speech therapy practice. Discover how resilience is not just a personal trait, but a pivotal entrepreneurial super…

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How Resilience Built a Thriving Therapy Practice | Luba Patlakh 41:58

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Join us in this inspiring episode featuring Luba Patlakh, the Founder & Director of Kidology, Inc. As a resilient entrepreneur, Luba shares her remarkable journey from Manhattan broadcast journalism to establishing a thriving pediatric speech therapy practice. Discover how resilience is not just a personal trait, but a pivotal entrepreneurial super…

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Surprising Ways LEGO Creativity Boosts Curiosity and Confidence | Eric Archer 41:41

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LEGO isn't just child's play—it's a tool for curiosity, confidence, and connection. In episode 290 of Gratitude Geek, host Kandas Rodarte sits down with Eric Archer, a middle school history teacher, lifelong LEGO builder, and dad of four, to explore how creativity with bricks shapes problem-solving skills and family bonding. From LEGO's new "She Bu…

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Surprising Ways LEGO Creativity Boosts Curiosity and Confidence | Eric Archer 42:55

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LEGO isn’t just child’s play—it’s a tool for curiosity, confidence, and connection. In episode 290 of Gratitude Geek, host Kandas Rodarte sits down with Eric Archer, a middle school history teacher, lifelong LEGO builder, and dad of four, to explore how creativity with bricks shapes problem-solving skills and family bonding. From LEGO’s new “She Bu…

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289: How Gen X Women Entrepreneurs Can Build Connection Through Podcasting | Alesia Galati 55:06

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Podcasting can feel scary, exciting, and life-changing all at once. On episode 289 of Gratitude Geek, I sit down with Alesia Galati of Galati Media, who helps women entrepreneurs find their voice and share it with the world. We get real about imposter syndrome, explore how gratitude and connection sustain a podcasting journey, and celebrate margina…

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How Women Entrepreneurs Can Build Connection Through Podcasting | Alesia Galati 53:52

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Podcasting can feel scary, exciting, and life-changing all at once. On episode 289 of Gratitude Geek, I hang out with Alesia Galati of Galati Media, who's all about helping women entrepreneurs find their voice and share it with the world. We laugh, we get real about imposter syndrome, and we dig into how gratitude and connection can sustain a podca…

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From Cult Survivor to CEO | Lydia Knight 47:27

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What if your darkest chapter became the foundation for your greatest success? In this episode of Gratitude Geek, Kandas Rodarte sits down with Lydia Knight, a cult survivor who rewrote her life and rose to become a 7-figure CEO and executive coach. Lydia shares how she transformed indoctrination into empowerment, why curiosity is more powerful than…

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From Cult Survivor to CEO | Lydia Knight 48:41

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What if your darkest chapter became the foundation for your greatest success? In this episode of Gratitude Geek, Kandas Rodarte sits down with Lydia Knight, a cult survivor who rewrote her life and rose to become a 7-figure CEO and executive coach. Lydia shares how she transformed indoctrination into empowerment, why curiosity is more powerful than…

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Self-Care Survival | Deb Davis, Nicole Havelka and Di Hilstad 46:19

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Running your own business is rewarding, but let's be honest—it can also be exhausting, overwhelming, and sometimes downright soul-sucking. In this episode of Gratitude Geek, I chat with three powerhouse solopreneurs—Deb Davis, Nicole Halveka, and Di Hilstad—about survival-level self-care strategies for women over 40. From setting boundaries and ask…

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Self-Care Survival for Gen X Women | Deb Davis, Nicole Havelka and Di Hilstad 47:33

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Running your own business is rewarding, but let’s be honest—it can also be exhausting, overwhelming, and sometimes downright soul-sucking. In this episode of Gratitude Geek, I chat with three powerhouse solopreneurs—Deb Davis, Nicole Halveka, and Di Hilstad—about survival-level self-care strategies for women over 40. From setting boundaries and ask…

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Why Chasing Joy Is Better Than Chasing Money | Gretchen Schoser 55:27

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How one entrepreneur turned a mental health crisis into a mission-driven business Is money really the measure of success—or is joy the real currency of entrepreneurship? In episode 286 of Gratitude Geek Podcast, host Kandas Rodarte talks with Gretchen Schoser, founder of Schoser Talent and Wellness Solutions and co-host of the award-winning podcast…

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Why Chasing Joy Is Better Than Chasing Money | Gretchen Schoser 56:41

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Is money really the measure of success—or is joy the real currency of entrepreneurship? In episode 286 of Gratitude Geek Podcast, host Kandas Rodarte talks with Gretchen Schoser, founder of Schoser Talent and Wellness Solutions and co-host of the award-winning podcast Sh!t That Goes On In Our Heads. After surviving a mental health crisis, Gretchen …

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3 AI Tools I Use Everyday | Kandas Rodarte 19:36

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In this solo episode of Gratitude Geek, I tackle a controversial claim about artificial intelligence: "The underlying purpose of AI is to allow wealth to access skill while removing from the skilled the ability to access wealth." – @jeffowski I call BS. Instead, I share how AI actually levels the playing field and helps solopreneurs like me grow th…

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285: 3 AI Tools I Use as a Gen X Woman Entrepreneur | Kandas Rodarte 20:50

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In this solo episode of Gratitude Geek, I tackle a controversial claim about artificial intelligence: “The underlying purpose of AI is to allow wealth to access skill while removing from the skilled the ability to access wealth.” – @jeffowski I call BS. Instead, I share how AI actually levels the playing field and helps solopreneurs like me grow th…

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How Sharing Your Story Can Win Clients and Build Confidence | Robert B. Foster 53:11

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Are you missing out on clients because you're not telling your story? In this episode of Gratitude Geek, Kandas Rodarte talks with Robert B. Foster—speaker, coach, and author of Shut Up and Grind—about the power of storytelling to grow your business and boost your confidence. Robert shares how to turn your life lessons into your most valuable marke…

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How Sharing Your Story Can Win Clients and Build Confidence | Robert B. Foster 54:25

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Are you missing out on clients because you’re not telling your story? In this episode of Gratitude Geek, Kandas Rodarte talks with Robert B. Foster—speaker, coach, and author of Shut Up and Grind—about the power of storytelling to grow your business and boost your confidence. Robert shares how to turn your life lessons into your most valuable marke…

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Is Your Business Franchisable? Tips to Scale with Heart | Brittney Lincoln 45:49

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Franchise strategist Brittney Lincoln shares what female solopreneurs need to know about scaling through franchising, building systems, and leading with heart. === Franchising isn't just for big corporations—it's a growth strategy female solopreneurs can use to scale smart and with heart. In episode 283 of Gratitude Geek, I sit down with franchise …

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283: Is Your Business Franchisable? Tips to Scale with Heart | Brittney Lincoln 47:03

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Franchising isn't just for big corporations—it's a growth strategy female solopreneurs can use to scale smart and with heart. In episode 283 of Gratitude Geek, I sit down with franchise strategist and connector Brittney Lincoln, founder of Females in Franchising and VP at Limitless Franchise Growth. We dig into what makes a business franchisable, h…

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What If Your Biggest Doubts Are Actually Superpowers? | Dawn Ledet 44:05

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Struggling with self-doubt as a solopreneur? Self-trust coach Dawn Ledet reveals how your mindset, inner dialogue, and follow-through skills can unlock success after 40. So many female entrepreneurs over 40 are held back not by lack of talent or hustle—but by self-doubt and second-guessing. In this episode, self-trust coach Dawn Ledet shares how yo…

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282: What If Your Biggest Doubts Are Actually Superpowers? | Dawn Ledet 45:19

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Struggling with self-doubt as a solopreneur? Self-trust coach Dawn Ledet reveals how your mindset, inner dialogue, and follow-through skills can unlock success after 40. So many female entrepreneurs over 40 are held back not by lack of talent or hustle—but by self-doubt and second-guessing. In this episode, self-trust coach Dawn Ledet shares how yo…

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281: Business After Breast Cancer | Deb Krier 50:37

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What happens when cancer crashes into your life and your livelihood? In episode 281 of the Gratitude Geek podcast, I sit down with entrepreneur and cancer thriver Deb Krier for a candid conversation about living with Stage 4 breast cancer while still showing up for your clients, your business, and yourself. Deb and I skip the glossy “fight hard” cl…

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Business After Breast Cancer | Deb Krier 49:23

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What happens when cancer crashes your life and your livelihood? In episode 281 of the Gratitude Geek podcast, I sit down with entrepreneur and cancer thriver Deb Krier to talk candidly about living with Stage 4 breast cancer while still showing up for your clients, your business, and most importantly—yourself. Deb and I don't sugarcoat anything. We…

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280: Joy-Driven Success in Your Life & Business | Kimberley Mitchell 51:47

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What if joy isn’t a fleeting feeling but the ultimate business strategy? In episode 280, Air Force veteran, mental health advocate, and transformational leader Kimberly Mitchell — known as the "Joy Warrior" — shares her Journey to Joy System. Kimberly reveals how healing your inner world and rewriting limiting beliefs can unlock unstoppable success…

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Joy-Driven Success: Transform Your Life & Business | Kimberley Mitchell 50:33

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What if joy isn't a fleeting feeling but the ultimate business strategy? In episode 280, Air Force veteran, mental health advocate, and transformational leader Kimberly Mitchell — known as the "Joy Warrior" — shares her Journey to Joy System. Kimberly reveals how healing your inner world and rewriting limiting beliefs can unlock unstoppable success…

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279: Financial Clarity for Solopreneurs | Ahuva Gruen 44:15

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In this powerful episode of Gratitude Geek, I sit down with Ahuva Gruen — a fractional CFO (that’s Chief Financial Officer, your business’s financial brain!) and financial clarity coach for small businesses. We break down why clarity, not just cash, is the real secret weapon for solopreneurs. Ahuva shares her journey from childhood wig sales and ca…

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Financial Clarity for Solopreneurs | Ahuva Gruen 43:01

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Ever feel like your bank account is speaking a language you don't understand? It's time to stop panicking and start profiting. In this powerful episode of Gratitude Geek, I sit down with Ahuva Gruen — a fractional CFO (that's Chief Financial Officer, your business's financial brain!) and financial clarity coach for small businesses. We break down w…

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278: How to Tell Your Business Story on TV | Michelle Rupp 50:56

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Telling your business story on TV isn't just about publicity — it’s about creating a legacy. In this powerful episode, Emmy Award-winning journalist and media strategist Michelle Rupp joins me to break down how to leverage your story to gain earned media, build trust, and create real community change. We unpack Michelle's own experience of televisi…

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How to Tell Your Business Story on TV | Michelle Rupp 49:42

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Telling your business story on TV isn't just about publicity — it's about creating a legacy. In this powerful episode, Emmy Award-winning journalist and media strategist Michelle Rupp joins me to break down how to leverage your story to gain earned media, build trust, and create real community change. We unpack Michelle's own experience of televisi…

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277: Audiobook Narration Leads to Second Act Success | Paul Heitsch 56:53

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What happens when you pivot careers after 40 and land your dream gig? Paul Heitsch knows. A former composer and sound engineer, Paul stepped into audiobook narration later in life—and now he’s narrated over 380 titles, including the Omega Force sci-fi series by Joshua Dalzelle (episode 265). In this candid conversation, Paul shares how he built a t…

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Audiobook Narration Leads to Second Act Success | Paul Heitsch 55:39

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What happens when you pivot careers after 40 and land your dream gig? Paul Heitsch knows. A former composer and sound engineer, Paul stepped into audiobook narration later in life—and now he's narrated over 380 titles, including the Omega Force sci-fi series by Joshua Dalzelle (episode 265). In this candid conversation, Paul shares how he built a t…

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276: 7 Brain Surgeries, 1 Mission (Advocating for Invisible Condition Patients) | Jeff Pearson 51:26

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Jeff Pearson looks perfectly healthy—but his brain tells a very different story. In episode 276 of Gratitude Geek, host Kandas Rodarte chats with Jeff, a speaker, nonprofit founder, and host of Invisible Condition on e360tv. Born with hydrocephalus, Jeff has endured seven brain surgeries, six of them in just over a decade. But instead of giving up,…

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7 Brain Surgeries, 1 Mission (Advocating for Invisible Condition Patients) | Jeff Pearson 50:12

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Jeff Pearson looks perfectly healthy—but his brain tells a very different story. In episode 276 of Gratitude Geek, host Kandas Rodarte chats with Jeff, a speaker, nonprofit founder, and host of Invisible Condition on e360tv. Born with hydrocephalus, Jeff has endured seven brain surgeries, six of them in just over a decade. But instead of giving up,…

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275: How to Rewrite Your Fear | Fletcher Ellingson 59:48

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In this emotionally grounding episode of Gratitude Geek, Kandas Rodarte welcomes back author and mindset coach Fletcher Ellingson to explore how we can build emotional resilience in a world that feels increasingly chaotic. We dive into Fletcher’s signature framework from his book The Practice of Feeling Good — and unpack how fear is often just a st…

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How to Rewrite Your Fear | Fletcher Ellingson 58:34

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In this emotionally grounding episode of Gratitude Geek, Kandas Rodarte welcomes back author and mindset coach Fletcher Ellingson to explore how we can build emotional resilience in a world that feels increasingly chaotic. We dive into Fletcher's signature framework from his book The Practice of Feeling Good — and unpack how fear is often just a st…

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274: The ONLY Video Strategy Gen X Women Solopreneurs Need | Jason Zygadlo 50:44

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Are you a Gen X woman solopreneur looking to stand out in 2025? Discover how video can transform your business, build real connections, and help you shine in a crowded market—no matter what you’ve overcome. Jason Zygadlo joins me for episode 274 of Gratitude Geek to explore the power of personalized video, authentic branding, and how his nonprofit …