Join Life Coach Genna and grief author Noelle Carlin in Life and Death, where open, honest conversations explore life, death, and everything in between. Learn more about Genna at www.gennamariecoaching.com and find her on Instagram @gennamarielifecoaching Check out Noelle’s book, The Hope Left Behind: Journal of a Grieving Daughter, at https://a.co/d/1FM2r61 and follow her on Instagram @noelleecarlin
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The podcast for readers, writers, and those that teach them. Join Tehyma in reading her monthly book club pick, listen to her share stories of her journey as an author, and get tips on how to use each book pick in your classroom. Email the show host at [email protected].
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I, like many dyslexics, (sadly) grew up thinking I was stupid. I don’t want anyone else thinking they are dumb, less valued than those around them, or not good enough because their brain isn’t “normal.” That’s why I created the Dyslexia Is Our Superpower Podcast. Episode by episode a community of badass dyslexics has formed to show the world that dyslexia truly is a superpower. So whether you are a family member or educator of an awesome dyslexic or whether you have dyslexic superpowers your ...
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The Wellness Connection Podcast is presented by Hale Wellness: Bringing Quality Living to Everyday Life. Each week we'll share insights from our personal wellness journeys and conversations with interesting people who are engaging and bringing wellness to the community.
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From Crisis to Care: Support Services for Survivors
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46:33In the third and final episode of our Sexual Assault Awareness Month series, your hosts Genna and Noelle sit down with Katie, the Advocacy Manager on the PAAR Victim Response Team. Katie walks us through what happens when someone reaches out for support — from the first call to the compassionate, trauma-informed services her team provides. This epi…
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It Starts with Us: Building a Culture of Consent and Safety
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41:46We’re continuing our month-long series for Sexual Assault Awareness Month. In our second episode, your hosts Genna and Noelle are joined by Will, the Director of Education at PAAR (Pittsburgh Action Against Rape). Will shares how his team leads crucial conversations around creating safe environments, setting boundaries, and using effective interven…
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Sexual assault changes you — not just in the moment, but in every relationship that follows. Intimacy, trust, friendships, family, dating… it all feels different. This week, Diane bravely joins us to share her story. She talks about the deep ripple effect of her experience and how she’s had to rebuild her sense of safety, identity, and connection. …
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Welcome back to Life and Death with Genna and Noelle! Today, it’s just the two of us having a much-needed check-in—talking about life, big transitions, and preparing for all the changes ahead. From the excitement (and chaos) of getting ready for a baby to the curveballs life continues to throw, we’re diving into it all. So whether you’re out for a …
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Beneath the Surface: Rachel's Story of Endurance, Endometriosis, and IVF
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43:54This week on the podcast, we’re joined by Rachel, who shares her powerful journey through IVF and living with endometriosis. From navigating pain and uncertainty to holding onto hope, Rachel opens up about the emotional and physical toll — and the strength it took to keep going. Her story is one of resilience, honesty, and the realities many face b…
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A Realistic and Positive Perspective on Raising a Child with Special Needs
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42:46This week, we’re joined by Carri—a mother of two young men, one of whom lives with autism and verbal apraxia. Carri shares her honest, hopeful perspective on receiving a diagnosis, navigating lifelong support, and celebrating growth along the way. She also opens up about the impact on the whole family, including siblings, and how she balances mothe…
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Aimee's Story -- Divorce, Motherhood, and Finding Herself Again
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40:26In this episode of Life and Death, we sit down with Aimee, a single mother who navigated the emotional and practical challenges of a difficult divorce while raising her two daughters. Aimee opens up about the struggles of redefining her identity, the resilience it took to move forward, and the lessons she’s learned along the way. From co-parenting …
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Grief, Growth, and the Fight for Tomorrow: Cara's Story
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48:29On this episode of Life and Death, Genna and Noelle welcome Cara to the podcast. Together, they explore the complexities of losing a parent when the relationship wasn’t always easy, and how that shaped Cara’s grief journey. Cara also shares her experience of facing breast cancer from a unique perspective and how it led her to become a passionate ad…
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Bonus Episode: A Deeply Personal Conversation
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14:09Some conversations are harder than others, but that doesn’t mean they shouldn’t be had. In this special bonus episode of Life and Death, it’s just the two of us—one listening, one sharing—holding space for an open and honest discussion about sexual assault. This is a deeply personal episode, one that unpacks the layers of trauma, survival, and the …
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From Foster Care to Fearlessness: Hadiyah's Story of Resilience
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43:33In this Life and Death episode, Genna and Noelle talk with Hadiyah, a 25-year-old who shares her journey through foster care. Despite challenges, she’s achieved remarkable growth and resilience. Her story inspires hope and courage in overcoming adversity. To report abuse, call Childline 1-800-932-0313. Learn about fostering at adoptuskids.org.…
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Mike’s Playbook: Beating Cancer & Coaching at Pitt
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52:15On this episode, we sit down with Mike, a childhood cancer survivor and football coach at the University of Pittsburgh. To learn more about the amazing work that Make-A-Wish does for children and their families, please visit www.wish.org.By noelleecarlin
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Grieving the Same Two People Differently: Neal and Noelle's Shared Journey of Losing Their Parents
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45:13Genna and Noelle are joined by a very special guest: Noelle's brother, Neal. Together, they discuss how siblings can grieve in their own unique ways and the life adventures that have shaped Neal's perspective on navigating love, loss and growth.By noelleecarlin
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Ellie’s Journey: From Family Bonds to Finding Independence
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38:04Noelle's 19-year-old niece, Ellie, joins us to talk about navigating divorce as the eldest of 3 children and finding her independence at University. To donate to Ellie's Marathon fundraiser, please follow this link: https://2025tcslondonmarathon.enthuse.com/pf/ellie-trumanBy noelleecarlin
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Genna and Noelle chat with Jasmine about navigating relationships, dating, and networking in her thirties. DISCLAIMER: Contains adult content, including discussions about and intimacy.By noelleecarlin
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Honoring Her Legacy: Mia's Journey of Loss and Love
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31:33In this heartfelt episode of Life & Death, Genna and Noelle talk with Mia, a 19-year-old who lost her mother to breast cancer at 9. Mia shares her journey of navigating grief, keeping her mother’s memory alive, and finding strength through storytelling. Join us for an inspiring conversation on love, loss, and healing.…
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Join us for this quick demonstration of Box Breathing with our most recent guest, Cathy (IG: uplift_strong)By noelleecarlin
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Uplifting Strength: Cathy’s Journey of Fitness, Compassion, and Resilience
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33:18Genna and Noelle sit down with Cathy, a yoga instructor, personal trainer, and founder of Uplift Strong, a fitness business dedicated to empowering women to achieve their goals with compassion and strength. You can get more information about Uplift Strong at Cathy’s website www.upliftstrong.com or Instagram @uplift_strong…
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Welcome to the Life and Death Podcast! Hosted by Genna, a Life and Relationship Coach and Certified Educator, and Noelle, a Grief Author, Life & Death dives into the raw and transformative experiences that define the human journey. Each week, we'll welcome guests to share their personal stories of love, loss, and/or the challenges that shape our li…
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In this episode, Tehyma has a conversation with the author of The Weight of Blood, Tiffany D. Jackson. They discuss writing rituals, tough topics in classrooms, and Jackson’s novels. Check out our affiliate sponsor GLO Melanin https://www.glomelanin.com/discount/TEHYMA75457 and receive 15% off when you use our listener code: TEHYMA75457 Please subm…
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In this episode, Tehyma revisits the top 5 episodes of 2022 and looks forward to all that 2023 will bring to the podcast. Check out our affiliate sponsor GLO Melanin https://glomelanin.com/ and receive 15% off when you use our listener code: TEHYMA75457 Please submit all feedback and questions to the show email. Podcast website: https://livingliter…
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In this episode, Tehyma explains the history of epistolary novels and explores how they show up in contemporary fiction, including The Weight of Blood by Tiffany D. Jackson. After tips for using this writing form in your own work and in your classroom, the January book pick is announced. Check out our affiliate sponsor GLO Melanin https://glomelani…
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The Weight of Blood by Tiffany D. Jackson
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38:51In this episode, Tehyma explains where the heck she’s been all month, shares her excitement at the impending NaNoWriMo campaign, and discusses this month’s book: The Weight of Blood by Tiffany D. Jackson. Check out our affiliate sponsor GLO Melanin https://glomelanin.com/ and receive 15% off when you use our listener code: TEHYMA75457 Please submit…
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In this episode, Tehyma briefly explains the woes of September life for educators, closes out the discussion on Clap When You Land with quotes from the autor, and announces October’s book pick. Please submit all feedback and questions to the show email. Podcast website: https://livingliterallypodcast.buzzsprout.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.…
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In this episode, Tehyma discusses her planning for the coming NaNoWriMo challenge, gives a spoiler free book review of Clap When You Land by Elizabeth Acevedo, ways you can use it in your classroom, and digs deep into the themes covered in the novel. To be included in the next episode, please write in by September 17th, 2022. Podcast website: https…
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In this episode, Tehyma gives teaching tips for utilizing Concrete Rose in the writing classroom, responds to listener letters, and announces September’s book pick. Please submit all feedback and questions to the show email. Podcast website: https://livingliterallypodcast.buzzsprout.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/livelitpodcast/ Twitter: …
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In this episode, Tehyma shares a first time experience as a writer, gives a spoiler free book review of Angie Thomas’s Concrete Rose and tips on how to use it in the classroom, and digs deep into themes and characters in the novel. Participate in the next episode by writing in with your thoughts on the book and answers to Tehyma’s questions about t…
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In this episode, Tehyma gives updates on the revision of her novel, gives teachers some writing instruction tips, responds to listener letters about Gilded, and announces August’s book pick. Please submit all feedback and questions to the show email. Podcast website: https://livingliterallypodcast.buzzsprout.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com…
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In this episode, Tehyma shares her journey using NaNoWriMo.org as motivation in her novel writing, gives a spoiler free review of Gilded and tips to use it in the classroom, and digs deep into the themes and characters of the novel. Participate in the next episode by writing in with your thoughts on the book and answers to Tehyma’s questions about …
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In this preview episode, Tehyma introduces herself, gives a description of what you can expect from this podcast, and announces July’s book pick.By Tehyma Noelle
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Episode 111: Rebecca Ginger informs us about dyscalculia and shares the power of pictures and stories when it comes to remembering important numbers.
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1:07:25"Have fun with education. Please have some fun with it and don't think if they (students) are having fun they aren't learning."-Rebecca Ginger Click here to check out Becky's website for more information on the fun way of learning times tables.
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Episode 110: Adam Searle shares his dyslexic story which is one of persevering, believing in oneself, and not giving up on your dreams.
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40:09"Still go ahead. Don't let your dyslexia slow you down." -Adam Searle Check out Adam's website here. And his Facebook page here. He is welcome to people reaching out via his website or FB.
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Episode 109: Jillian Kaster chats about the journey of accepting herself and going from ashamed of her dyslexia to proud of it.
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35:13"I had so much shame built around this (dyslexia). Even as a teacher I was scared to tell my kindergarteners that I struggled too because I was worried what if they tell their parents and then their parents are going to know and then I'm going to get in trouble or they will find me out." -Jillian Kaster Click here to check out the awesome article J…
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Episode 108: Book publisher Julie Salisbury tells one story after another highlighting her dyslexic journey and why she believes dyslexia is a gift.
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1:07:44"My stance about dyslexia is that it is not a learning difficulty. It's not a learning disability, it's a teaching disability." -Julie Salisbury Here is the link to get in touch with Julie and share your dyslexic story.
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Episode 107: Dyslexia Awareness Special Edition Part 6: Dyslexic teen superhero Noelle Brownlee
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25:05"You can't let people convince you that you are not smart, because you are very smart. You just learn a little bit differently." -Noelle Help make Queen Andrea's house a reality. Noelle needs 10,000 votes. To support her is quick and easy. Go to this link, click on Support then create an account and follow the steps :-)…
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Episode 106: Dyslexia Awareness Special Edition Part 5: Dyslexic teen superhero Kai Seymon
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38:31Dyslexic and autistic 14 year old Kai and his mum Jo chat about all things dyslexia and entrepreneur. Kai's website can be found here. I'm very excited to announce one of Kai's fidgets has been selected to be one of multiple items in our holiday box specifically for dyslexic superheros.
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Episode 105: Dyslexia Awareness Special Edition Part 4: Dyslexic pre-teen superhero Laylee Wishork
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20:15"(Dyslexic Kid) you're the same as me. We may be different, but we have dyslexia that just makes us more unique." -12 year old Laylee Wishork
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Episode 104: Dyslexia Awareness Month Special Edition Part 3: Dyslexic teenager superhero Diezel Kupsch
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36:39"For those out there that do have dyslexia or anything else just try your best and never give up." -14 year old Diezel Kupsch Click here for Diezel's website.
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Episode 103: Dyslexia Awareness Month Special Edition Part 2: Dyslexic pre-teen superhero Zaida Jo Billups
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36:39"What I'm not the best at doesn't take place of what I'm amazing at." -Zaida Jo, age 10 Check out Zaida Jo's short story: The Beautiful Brain of Zaida Jo I’m Zaida Jo and I am 10.9 years of age. I was born (or gifted as my mom says) with something called, Dyslexia! To me it’s a big word that most know little about-but it’s dyslexia awareness month,…
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Episode 102: Dyslexia Awareness Month Special Edition Part 1: Dyslexic teenager superhero Magnolia Rubinstein
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32:16“I would try to find different ways to work around your problems. Don’t just try one way and then expect it work after trying hard. We like to think if you try hard you can do anything, but sometimes it doesn’t work that way and you have to find a different way to do things to succeed.” -15 year old Magnolia Rubinstein…
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Episode 101: Jonathan Mooney shares his journey of discovering dyslexia is a superpower.
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40:48"We've all been lied to. We've been told by school that we've got to get good at everything to live a successful life. You've got to be good at spelling, math, history, chemistry and that is a lie. Successful human beings don't get good at everything. They get good at something. They build their life around their strengths, interests, and talents a…
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