Best Lisa Bennett Podcasts (2025)

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"Fire and Rain" by Kristen T. Bryson 7:15

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– “Do you have any questions?” If we lost this car, at least a new one would arrive in two days. Kristen T. Bryson lives in Charlotte, North Carolina, and this is her first writing submission for publication. She was encouraged by a family friend to share her story. She has been inspired by her father-in-law's commitment to writing his memoirs and …

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"Four-minute Showers" by Dawn McCormack 7:15

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— “I cleaned it up, Mommy.” One small ocean of apple juice had been swabbed over the entire kitchen floor. Dawn McCormack, a former Spanish teacher, resides in Plainfield, Connecticut. She has been writing for many years. Short story credits include Columbus Single Scene and The Storyteller. While she is currently working on a middle-grade book, sh…

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Should We Settle in Space? - Tim Peake, Kelly Weinersmith and Alan Davies 42:46

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Brian Cox and Robin Ince blast off into a cosmic controversy as they ask, should humanity become an interplanetary species? At Harwell Campus, a space science innovation hub, they’re joined by astronaut Tim Peake, biologist and Royal Society prize winning author Kelly Weinersmith, and comedian Alan Davies to explore the science, ethics, and challen…

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Episode 146: "When My Eye Stops Twitching" And Other Ways You Know You're Rested 28:57

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In Episode 146 of Medium Lady Talks, Erin unpacks what real rest actually feels like—and what your nervous system, your motivation, and yes, even your twitching eye are trying to tell you. Based on community polls and Q&A from Instagram, Erin explores why mental and emotional burnout are so dominant, and why physical rest isn’t really the problem f…

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When to Let Go: The Emotional Side of Selling Your Business – Lessons from Jonathan Bennett 28:41

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Want a quick estimate of how much your business is worth?With our free valuation calculator, answer a few questions about your business, and you’ll get an immediate estimate of the value of your business.You might be surprised by how much you can get for it: https://flippa.com/exit --In this episode of The Exit: Host Steve McGarry sits down with Jo…

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Listen Now: Flesh and Code 8:58

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If you missed our announcement... we have a brand new podcast! Flesh and Code is a 6-part miniseries, where we investigate how technology is being used to exploit our most human desires, and the price we pay for perfect understanding. If you enjoyed our teaser, search and follow 'Flesh and Code' wherever you listen to podcasts. And if you can't w…

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"Not a Suitable Suitor" by Suzanne Cottrell 7:46

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– “Can we keep one?” Mitzi barked, poked her nose through the fence, and sniffed her wooers. Suzanne Cottrell, a member of the Taste Life Twice Writers and NC Writers’ Network, lives with her husband in rural Granville County, NC. An outdoor enthusiast and retired teacher, she enjoys reading, writing, knitting, hiking, Pilates, and belly dancing. H…

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Family, Growth, and Green Futures with Samuel Fragapane from All Green Nursery & Garden | The Front Garden EP124 41:18

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In this episode… Chris sits down with Samuel Fragapane from All Green Nursery, a family-run business with a rich 45-year history in Melbourne’s west. Samuel shares how his grandparents’ humble beginnings selling plants from their backyard evolved into a multifaceted operation spanning retail, wholesale, garden supplies, and soil production with ove…

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"Unseen Troubles" by Marcia J. Wick 8:05

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– Nothing would deter us from enjoying our well-earned evening out. Ash-gray script swirled across the textured buff pages like hazy clouds crossing the sky at dusk. Marcia J. Wick is a blind, grey-haired grandmother, retired from a professional writing career. She writes freelance if it pays, for fun if not. Her work has appeared in the Motherwell…

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201st Birthday Bonanza - Mel Giedroyc, Deborah Meaden and Nish Kumar 42:35

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Get ready for a landmark episode of The Infinite Monkey Cage as we celebrate our 201st show! Brian Cox and Robin Ince invite a lively panel of celebrity guests to pose their burning scientific questions to a top-tier team of scientists.Mel Giedroyc is tunnelling into the world of engineering, asking how we build and operate trains under some of the…

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Episode 145: Are you Proud of How Tired You Are? When Fatigue Becomes a Badge of Honour 29:25

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Is your fatigue a warning sign—or a weird kind of proof that you’re doing “enough”? In this powerful solo episode, Erin explores the deeper emotional and cultural reasons why so many of us wear exhaustion like a badge of honor. From personal reflections to insights from Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith’s Sacred Rest, this episode challenges the hustle-fuel…

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From Engineering to Exits – Christy Brown’s Journey Building & Selling Businesses 36:04

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Want a quick estimate of how much your business is worth?With our free valuation calculator, answer a few questions about your business, and you’ll get an immediate estimate of the value of your business.You might be surprised by how much you can get for it: https://flippa.com/exit --In this episode of The Exit: Steve McGarry sits down with Christy…

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"If We Could Just Get Married" by Lorraine Martin Bennett 7:24

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– “I drove your car off a mountain.” No mercy was given to two mostly broke kids trying to start two new careers and a new marriage. Lorraine Martin Bennett is a print, web and broadcast journalist from Murphy, North Carolina, who graduated with her high school journalism medal and received a scholarship to UNC Chapel Hill. Her reporting career inc…

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"We Thought We Were Safe Here" by Beth Bixby Davis 7:42

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– I felt the comfort of a giant hug, surrounded by these beautiful mountains. My heart is heavy for what others are going through. Beth Bixby Davis was born in Northern New York and moved to the Asheville area of North Carolina in the mid-1960’s where she reared her family, raised Arabian horses and had a 30-year career in nursing. Enjoying a hobby…

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Episode 144: What Type of Rest Have You Been Missing? A Deep Dive Book Review of "Sacred Rest" by Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith 27:01

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Welcome to a new episode of Medium Lady Talks, part of our Summer of Real Rest series. Today, we’re diving deep into the book that inspired the framework for this entire season: Sacred Rest by Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith. Have ou ever felt exhausted even after a full night of sleep? You're not alone—and you're not just tired, you're depleted. Dr. Dalt…

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Scaling with Purpose: Anne Mahlum’s $100M Success Story 30:43

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Want a quick estimate of how much your business is worth?With our free valuation calculator, answer a few questions about your business, and you’ll get an immediate estimate of the value of your business.You might be surprised by how much you can get for it: https://flippa.com/exit --In this episode of The Exit: entrepreneur Anne Mahlum shares her …

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"Operation New TV" by Lisa Williams Kline 7:18

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– “Let’s do it ourselves.” I punched button after button, painstakingly input the titles of programs using that archaic alphabetical system and ended up in some endless inescapable loop. Lisa Williams Kline is the author of two award-winning novels for adults, Between the Sky and the Sea and Ladies’ Day, as well as an essay collection entitled The …

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Episode 143: The Soft Work of Healing – Why Feeling Good Is Part of the Process 25:02

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This episode is your permission slip to stop grinding and start healing—gently. In this heartfelt episode of Medium Lady Talks, Erin shares a deeply personal talk on reclaiming “soft work” as a vital part of healing. Inspired by a moment with her therapist and delivered originally at the Say It Like You Claimed It event with Jam Gamble, this messag…

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Designing with Nature: Jocelyn Bennett on Native Gardens & Gold at MIFGS | The Front Garden EP124 34:07

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In this episode… Our host, Chris Weiss, chats with Jocelyn Bennett from Earthcore Landscapes, the design force behind the gold-winning Boutique Garden at the 2025 Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show. Jocelyn shares her unconventional path from engineering student to landscape designer, the challenges and triumphs of showcasing a native gar…

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The Psychology of Selling a Business with Anthony Citrolo, NYBB Group 31:14

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Want a quick estimate of how much your business is worth?With our free valuation calculator, answer a few questions about your business, and you’ll get an immediate estimate of the value of your business.You might be surprised by how much you can get for it: https://flippa.com/exit --In this episode of The Exit: What really happens when a founder d…

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"Going for the Gold" by Thomas Gery 8:00

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– “I can do that.” The words “stress,” “pressure,” “anxiety” appear on page after page. Thomas Gery, a common man with uncommon experiences lives in Berks County, Pennsylvania. He served in the U.S. Army with duty in Vietnam. As a social worker he helped children, youth, and adults in a variety of practice venues and situations throughout a work li…

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"Choices About Love" by Ginny Foard 7:35

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– “You’ve got to do something about this,” they jibed him. Of course, later they told their kids that they loved us all. Usually they added, “despite the headaches you caused us.” Ginny’s parents had storytelling in their bones. Will’s hands reenacted stories, swooping up high or spinning across the table with an ice cream spoon while he added soun…

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Eps. 160 How to Sense a Ministry Shift and Keep Growing Into It (with Kerry Smith) 1:01:21

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Join Lisa today as she interviews Kerry Smith. Kerry is the Pastor of Discipleship and Family Ministries at Good News Church in Powell, Ohio. Listen in as they discuss the nuances of leadership transitions and growth, honing in on the challenges and joys of moving through levels of leadership. PSP Eps. 78 Kerry Smith - NextGen: Impact Built to Sust…

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Episode 142: Welcome to the Summer of REAL Rest (this might hurt your feelings...) 23:08

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🎧 Self-care isn’t a vibe. It’s a practice—and it’s time to get real about it. In this powerful kickoff to the new series on Medium Lady Talks: Summer of Real Rest, Erin unpacks the uncomfortable truth about modern self-care: we’re spending our time, money, and attention in all the wrong places. If you’ve ever wondered why journaling, green smoothie…

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Fortune Favors the Brave: How Lisa Jones is Building a $50M Exit with Kindness, Grit & Systems 32:32

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Want a quick estimate of how much your business is worth?With our free valuation calculator, answer a few questions about your business and you’ll get an immediate estimate of the value of your business.You might be surprised by how much you can get for it: https://flippa.com/exit --In this episode of The Exit: Lisa Jones, founder and CEO of Shecom…

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"The Truth Comes Out" by Joel R. Stegall 7:55

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— I respected the officer and assumed he would also respect me. This was not just the assassination of the President; it was the death of hopes and dreams. Since retiring to Winston-Salem, North Carolina, Joel Stegall has completed a family history dating from the early Colonial Era. Longer (and more interesting) than any scholarly work he ever wro…

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Plantology: Passion & Planting Wisdom with Lisa Ellis & Teena Crawford | The Front Garden EP123 42:36

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In this episode… Our host, Chris Weiss, is joined by plant-loving power duo Lisa Ellis and Teena Crawford, co-authors of the groundbreaking new book Plantology. With over 60 years of combined experience in landscape design and horticulture, Lisa and Teena walk us through the five-year journey of co-writing this beautifully curated resource, packed …

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"Strike Up the Band" by Joel R. Stegall (part 1 of paired stories) 7:07

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— whatever enlisted men played, or claimed to play, an instrument An order came down to me to have the band looking sharp, sounding good, and ready to lead the parade. In his career as professor and academic administrator, Joel Stegall wrote more than 35 journal articles, book chapters, opinion pieces and other such. None of these gained him widesp…

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The Exit That Never Happened: Turning a Family Failure Into a Mission to Help Founders Exit Right with Ben Brickweg 34:09

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Want a quick estimate of how much your business is worth?With our free valuation calculator, answer a few questions about your business and you’ll get an immediate estimate of the value of your business.You might be surprised by how much you can get for it: https://flippa.com/exit --What happens when an eight-figure exit falls apart?For Ben Brickwe…

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"A Christmas Surprise" by Annette L. Brown 8:07

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– “Sweetheart, wake up! Santa’s here!” “But what I really want, Santa, is a flashlight.” Annette L. Brown is a personal essayist and creative nonfiction writer who has pieces reflecting her love of nature, family, beauty, and humor in several publications including Flash Fiction Magazine, Every Day Fiction, Bad Day Book (Parenting), and several vol…

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"The Perfect Imperfect" by Alison Rice Bruster 7:24

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– That was the plan, anyway. In that moment, we stopped feeling sorry for ourselves and remembered why we came. After a career spent finding the voices of senior business executives, Alison Rice Bruster is writing a new chapter. She holds a BA in English Literature from Queens University of Charlotte. This is her third story included in a collectio…

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Ep 159 Surprising Answers to "Where are the next Church Planters?" (with Craig Whitney and Jeff Bennett) 55:05

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Today on the show Lisa interviews Craig Whitney and Jeff Bennett of Multiply Project. With a combined 50 years of experience in church planting, Craig and Jeff have loads of knowledge to share. Today they describe their heart for finding and equipping the next church planters, helping todays leaders put boots to the ground on their desires to be a …

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Episode 141: Listen to Your Body - How to Take Care of Yourself Insight #10 with Menopause Educator Lisa Boate 1:03:50

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What if menopause wasn’t something to endure—but something to liberate? In this powerful and perspective-shifting episode of Medium Lady Talks, I’m joined by Lisa Boate—Certified Menopause Coach, Founder of Liberated Menopause Consulting and Coaching, and host of the Transforming 45 podcast. This episode is part of our “How to Take Care of Yourself…

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From $100 to a $20 Million Exit to Intuit: Nellie Akalp on Building, Selling, and Starting Again 35:36

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Want a quick estimate of how much your business is worth?With our free valuation calculator, answer a few questions about your business and you’ll get an immediate estimate of the value of your business.You might be surprised by how much you can get for it: https://flippa.com/exit --In this episode of The Exit: Nellie Akalp, founder and CEO of Corp…

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"Stuck in the Second Stage" by Kym B. Whitecar 8:08

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– My warped resentment started after Dad died. We endured eye rolls and dagger-filled glares as we saw no other option. Kym B. Whitecar lives in Indian Trail, North Carolina, where she is a member of the Charlotte Writers Club and Charlotte Lit. When she retired from education, she finally had the time to take a creative writing course, reigniting …

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Turf Tech & Trade Secrets with Dave Geltch | The Front Garden EP122 32:44

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In this episode… Chris Weiss sits down with Dave ‘Geltchy’ Geltch, General Manager of Farms at Coolabah Turf, to explore the evolving world of turf production. Dave brings a unique perspective as a landscaper-turned-farmer, offering a deep dive into the intersection of landscaping, horticulture and agriculture. The conversation spans from robotic m…

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"Just Desserts" by Robin Russell Gaiser 7:43

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– “I’ll take care of this, Honey.” Eleanor and I dragged our stocky, dark, wooden desk chairs up to our door to peer over the open transom at the long hall. Robin majored in English at The College of William and Mary. In “those days,” creative writing was absent from the heady curriculum, although Robin wrote poetry which was published in several l…

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Rethinking the Exit: Charlie Lass on Startups, Burnout, and Building for Freedom 33:48

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Want a quick estimate of how much your business is worth?With our free valuation calculator, answer a few questions about your business and you’ll get an immediate estimate of the value of your business.You might be surprised by how much you can get for it: https://flippa.com/exit --In this episode of The Exit: Charlie Lass, founder of Humble Inc.,…

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"Just a Doodle?" by Janice Luckey 7:50

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– “If the test was positive, what would I do about it?” Tipping the scales at four pounds and four ounces, our first granddaughter arrived still shimmering with heaven’s leavings. Janice Luckey, who lives in Mooresville, North Carolina, remembers when writing became a rhythm of her life. She scribbled a romance novel in a 3-ring binder in junior hi…

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Ep 158 How a Decade of Church Planting has Formed, Focused, and Fueled Me (with Krystin Gilpin) 45:34

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On today's episode Lisa is joined by church planter Krystin Gilpin. Krystin and her husband Alex moved to Kansas City in 2013 with a heart and mission for urban church planting. Revive Church just celebrated its 10th year in February of 2025! In this episode you'll get a view into the real, raw and beautiful life of church planting.…

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Episode 140: Take the Selfie - How To Take Care of Yourself Insight #9 with guest Kalee Isbell 47:46

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In this heartfelt episode of Medium Lady Talks, Erin is joined by filmmaker and memory-keeper Kalee Isbell, founder of Isbell Family Films, to explore how photography and family videos can become a vital tool in your self-care toolkit. What starts as a chat about taking more selfies quickly unfolds into a deeper conversation about postpartum depres…

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Exit-Ready: How Women-Led Businesses Can Scale, Sell, and Own Their Worth with Aggie Chydzinski and Cristy O’Connor 35:12

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Want a quick estimate of how much your business is worth?With our free valuation calculator, answer a few questions about your business and you’ll get an immediate estimate of the value of your business.You might be surprised by how much you can get for it: https://flippa.com/exit --In this episode of The Exit: Aggie Chydzinski and Cristy O’Connor,…

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"My Father Figure" by Akira Odani 8:05

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– With a friendly smile, he joked, “Akira, you caught a big fish!” Some nights, my younger brothers and I would huddle around him, pleading for his stories. Akira Odani lives in the historic city of St. Augustine, Florida. He is a member of the Taste Life Twice Writers’ Group and the Florida Writers Association. Born in Tokyo, he graduated from Int…

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Hosting Summits That Grow Your Income, Impact, and Influence with Jenny Suneson [Day 5: Hosting In Person & Virtual Events] 9:19

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Want to grow your income and visibility without relying on social media? In this session, Jenny Suneson shares how hosting virtual summits can help you expand your impact, grow your email list with aligned leads, and generate consistent revenue — all while working part-time hours. You'll walk away with actionable steps to start planning your own su…

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Craving Real Connection: How to Host Profitable In-Person Events for Your Business Niche with Lisa Avila [Day 5: Hosting In Person & Virtual Events] 10:08

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Learn how creating intentional in-person gatherings can enhance your business relationships and client conversions in ways social media alone never will. Get practical steps to host events that fit your life, connect deeply with your ideal clients, and create a supportive community that grows your business through authentic connections. Session Tak…

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Harnessing the Power of Podcast Guesting for a Social Media-Optional Business with Amanda Bennett [Day 4: In Person Networking & Podcast Guesting] 13:03

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Not sure if podcast guesting is the right strategy for you to grow your audience and your business without the social media grind? Amanda walks you through how podcast guesting helped her create long-lasting visibility, build trust with her audience, and help her (and her clients) attract aligned clients, without the pressure to be “on” all the tim…

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Network Offline Strategically & Find Your Best Clients with Payton Moran [Day 4: In Person Networking & Podcast Guesting] 19:19

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If you're looking for a way to get off social media, but need sales fast- you need to learn how to network strategically. I know, I know- networking in person often leaves something to be desired, but when done in alignment it can help you grow your business quickly. In this episode of the Make Social Media Optional Audio Summit I'll show you how t…