This episode is for everyone.  If you're a servicemember or vet, give this a listen.  If you're not, please listen too.  For this first episode of the new season, I got to sit down with Tyler C. and Marland C., both themselves veterans.  We're all just talking about Memorial Day, what it means to us, and what it means to America, as we share some stories, laughs and sentiment.This is a totally unscripted, raw conversation about something very important to each of us.  Give it a listen and let it resonate.  Then use our words from this episode to go out and do a little more this year than simply thank someone for their service.

This episode is for everyone.  If you're a servicemember or vet, give this a listen.  If you're not, please listen too.  For this first episode of the new season, I got to sit down with Tyler C. and Marland C., both themselves veterans.  We're all just talking about Memorial Day, what it means to us, and what it means to America, as we share some stories, laughs and sentiment. This is a totally unscripted, raw conversation about something very important to each of us.  Give it a listen and let it resonate.  Then use our words from this episode to go out and do a little more this year than simply thank someone for their service.

Memorial Day Flashback

*Flashback Episode* Today's episode is the conclusion of our two-part special about race in America in 2021.  This episode will be much different than part one.  This is a very different perspective on this difficult topic, which you will realize early on.  I presented this topic in a two-parter to highlight these differences in opinion.  Still, episodes like this are a big reason why I created this podcast.  A place for us to have these difficult conversations and express what we think and feel honestly, without judgement.

*Flashback Episode* Today's episode is the conclusion of our two-part special about race in America in 2021.  This episode will be much different than part one.  This is a very different perspective on this difficult topic, which you will realize early on.  I presented this topic in a two-parter to highlight these differences in opinion.  Still, episodes like this are a big reason why I created this podcast.  A place for us to have these difficult conversations and express what we think and feel honestly, without judgement.

Flashback- A Conversation About Race - Part 2 (Quentell)

*Flashback Episode* Today's episode is the first of a two-part special about race in America in 2021.  It's an honest conversation between two people of different backgrounds expressing where we are as a country concerning this sobering topic.  Episodes like this are a big reason why I created this podcast.  A place for us to have these difficult conversations and express what we think and feel honestly, without judgement.

*Flashback Episode* Today's episode is the first of a two-part special about race in America in 2021.  It's an honest conversation between two people of different backgrounds expressing where we are as a country concerning this sobering topic.  Episodes like this are a big reason why I created this podcast.  A place for us to have these difficult conversations and express what we think and feel honestly, without judgement.

Flashback- A Conversation About Race-Part 1 (Tyler)

Steve Smith

The Narragansett Tribal Farm is a major initiative of the Narragansett Indian Tribe and is poised to provide substantial benefits not only to the rest of the tribe, but to much of the local Rhode Island community as well.  Steve Smith is the primary point of contact for the fast-growing farm and we talked about some of these benefits, as well as a little of the history of the farm and what the future holds.

The Narragansett Tribal Farm is a major initiative of the Narragansett Indian Tribe and is poised to provide substantial benefits not only to the rest of the tribe, but to much of the local Rhode Island community as well.  Steve Smith is the primary point of contact for the fast-growing farm and we talked about some of these benefits, as well as a little of the history of the farm and what the future holds.

The Narragansett Tribal Farm (Steve Smith)

This is the conclusion of my conversation with Emilee Mae.  Emilee is a writer, editor and yoga instructor based out of Central Minnesota.  She is Editor-in-Chief of a lifestyle magazine called Lake Country Journal and will publish her first narrative nonfiction book later this year about traveling solo, mental health and navigating her twenties.  Emilee is also the co-owner of an apparel brand, Outfit My Life, an outdoor brand of which proceeds from its sales go to mental health initiatives.Emilee is very active in providing support and inspiration to others, whether through her writing or boots on ground assistance to those who really need it, both nationally and internationally.Blog: writerlyfe.comMagazine: lakecountryjournal.comBusiness: outfitmylife.com

This is the conclusion of my conversation with Emilee Mae.  Emilee is a writer, editor and yoga instructor based out of Central Minnesota.  She is Editor-in-Chief of a lifestyle magazine called Lake Country Journal and will publish her first narrative nonfiction book later this year about traveling solo, mental health and navigating her twenties.  Emilee is also the co-owner of an apparel brand, Outfit My Life, an outdoor brand of which proceeds from its sales go to mental health initiatives. Emilee is very active in providing support and inspiration to others, whether through her writing or boots on ground assistance to those who really need it, both nationally and internationally. Blog: <a href="http://writerlyfe.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">writerlyfe.com</a> Magazine: <a href="http://lakecountryjournal.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lakecountryjournal.com</a> Business: <a href="http://outfitmylife.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">outfitmylife.com</a>

Growing From Travel and Advice for New Writers (Emilee Mae)

For today's episode I sat down with Emilee Mae.  Emilee is a writer, editor and yoga instructor based out of Central Minnesota.  She is Editor-in-Chief of a lifestyle magazine called Lake Country Journal and will publish her first narrative nonfiction book later this year about traveling solo, mental health and navigating her twenties.  Emilee is also the co-owner of an apparel brand, Outfit My Life, an outdoor brand of which proceeds from its sales go to mental health initiatives.Emilee is very active in providing support and inspiration to others, whether through her writing or boots on ground assistance to those who really need it, both nationally and internationally.

For today's episode I sat down with Emilee Mae.  Emilee is a writer, editor and yoga instructor based out of Central Minnesota.  She is Editor-in-Chief of a lifestyle magazine called Lake Country Journal and will publish her first narrative nonfiction book later this year about traveling solo, mental health and navigating her twenties.  Emilee is also the co-owner of an apparel brand, Outfit My Life, an outdoor brand of which proceeds from its sales go to mental health initiatives. Emilee is very active in providing support and inspiration to others, whether through her writing or boots on ground assistance to those who really need it, both nationally and internationally.

Travel, Writing & Mental Health (Emilee Mae)

For today's episode, I talked to Transformative Life-Coach, Christy Simmons.  Christy has faced certain challenges in her life that many of us would hope to never have to deal with.  She grew from the pain of these traumatic experiences and eventually changed her whole outlook on life.  She is now a Transformative Life-Coach and Motivational Speaker.  She devotes much of her time to helping others and owns her own business.  Take a few minutes to hear her story.

For today's episode, I talked to Transformative Life-Coach, Christy Simmons.  Christy has faced certain challenges in her life that many of us would hope to never have to deal with.  She grew from the pain of these traumatic experiences and eventually changed her whole outlook on life.  She is now a Transformative Life-Coach and Motivational Speaker.  She devotes much of her time to helping others and owns her own business.  Take a few minutes to hear her story.

Finding Happiness After Trauma (Christy Simmons)

Douglas Gobeille

For today's episode I am joined again by Professor Gobeille to talk more things physics.  This time we're covering nuclear energy.  Is it safe?  Is it dangerous?  If a nuclear power plant were attacked with conventional weapons, would we be safe?  Also, what is radiation?  What is nuclear radiation?  These terms tend to evoke fear from many and I think it's time we clear the air about what these things are and what they are not.

For today's episode I am joined again by Professor Gobeille to talk more things physics.  This time we're covering nuclear energy.  Is it safe?  Is it dangerous?  If a nuclear power plant were attacked with conventional weapons, would we be safe?  Also, what is radiation?  What is nuclear radiation?  These terms tend to evoke fear from many and I think it's time we clear the air about what these things are and what they are not.

Understanding Nuclear Power and Radiation (Prof. Douglas Gobeille)

In 1859 the planet was struck by a concentrated blast of charged particles from our Sun.  It affected our world like a giant EMP.  It became known as the Carrington Event.  I sat down with Professor Douglas Gobeille of the University of Rhode Island to find out more about this phenomenon.  A noted Physicist, Prof. Gobeille helped shed some light into this.  How exactly did this occur?  How did it affect us back then?  And most importantly, could it happen again and how would it affect our world today if it did?

In 1859 the planet was struck by a concentrated blast of charged particles from our Sun.  It affected our world like a giant EMP.  It became known as the Carrington Event.  I sat down with Professor Douglas Gobeille of the University of Rhode Island to find out more about this phenomenon.  A noted Physicist, Prof. Gobeille helped shed some light into this.  How exactly did this occur?  How did it affect us back then?  And most importantly, could it happen again and how would it affect our world today if it did?

Why Everyone Should Know About The Carrington Event (Prof. Douglas Gobeille)

For today's episode I'm talking the Russian invasion of Ukraine with returning guest, Tyler C.  Tyler often does not have the same opinion as I do which I feel makes the episodes more interesting and inciteful.  Conversations like this are why I made the podcast.  To be able to share our honest opinions on heavy topics like this without rudeness or judgement.  It's been so long since I had an episode like this, I'm glad we got to do it.

For today's episode I'm talking the Russian invasion of Ukraine with returning guest, Tyler C.  Tyler often does not have the same opinion as I do which I feel makes the episodes more interesting and inciteful.  Conversations like this are why I made the podcast.  To be able to share our honest opinions on heavy topics like this without rudeness or judgement.  It's been so long since I had an episode like this, I'm glad we got to do it.

Ukraine Conversation

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For today's episode, I sat down with Dr. Puja Aggarwal to talk neurological disorders.  Dr. Aggarwal is a Board-Certified Neurologist and Epileptologist.  She is also a Certified Burnout and Growth Mindset Expert.  As a busy physician with a family, Dr. Aggarwal hired a mindset expert to help her four years ago.  Now she helps busy professionals struggling to keep up with it all.  Dr. Aggarwal received her MD (Medical Doctor) degree from Northeastern Ohio Medical University.  She completed her residency in Neurology at Ohio State University and a fellowship at Cornell University New York Presbyterian Hospital in Epilepsy.If you would like to reach out to Dr. Aggarwal, you can find her online at:https://www.zenfulbrain.comDisclaimer: The information including but not limited to the audio from this podcast episode and text contained within the episode notes and on the Good Faith Idea Exchange website is for informational purposes only.  The aforementioned material is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.  Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment and before undertaking a new healthcare regimen. 

For today's episode, I sat down with Dr. Puja Aggarwal to talk neurological disorders.  Dr. Aggarwal is a Board-Certified Neurologist and Epileptologist.  She is also a Certified Burnout and Growth Mindset Expert.  As a busy physician with a family, Dr. Aggarwal hired a mindset expert to help her four years ago.  Now she helps busy professionals struggling to keep up with it all.  Dr. Aggarwal received her MD (Medical Doctor) degree from Northeastern Ohio Medical University.  She completed her residency in Neurology at Ohio State University and a fellowship at Cornell University New York Presbyterian Hospital in Epilepsy. If you would like to reach out to Dr. Aggarwal, you can find her online at: <a href="https://www.zenfulbrain.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.zenfulbrain.com</a> Disclaimer: The information including but not limited to the audio from this podcast episode and text contained within the episode notes and on the Good Faith Idea Exchange website is for informational purposes only.  The aforementioned material is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.  Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment and before undertaking a new healthcare regimen.

Treating Neurological Disorders and Burnout (Dr. Puja Aggarwal)

For today's episode I was able to sit down with Prof. Landes again to talk more about media's effects on society.  This time, we talked about created and perceived media realities, which essentially follows how media can alter our perceptions of reality.  We talked about the effects this has on society and given current events, how this relates to our perceptions of war.

For today's episode I was able to sit down with Prof. Landes again to talk more about media's effects on society.  This time, we talked about created and perceived media realities, which essentially follows how media can alter our perceptions of reality.  We talked about the effects this has on society and given current events, how this relates to our perceptions of war.

Created and Perceived Media Realities (Prof. Stephen Landes)

Diane Kern

Today's episode is a flashback to early last season.  I sat down with Dr. Diane Kern from the University of Rhode Island to talk about her work helping young people dealing with trauma.  We're talking about trauma of all types, including PTSD.  In season 1 I did an episode with a boots on ground professional helping veterans with trauma.  So, I figured it fitting to do an episode dedicated to understanding and helping children dealing with trauma.

Today's episode is a flashback to early last season.  I sat down with Dr. Diane Kern from the University of Rhode Island to talk about her work helping young people dealing with trauma.  We're talking about trauma of all types, including PTSD.  In season 1 I did an episode with a boots on ground professional helping veterans with trauma.  So, I figured it fitting to do an episode dedicated to understanding and helping children dealing with trauma.

Flashback: Helping Students with Trauma (Dr. Diane Kern)

Amanda Catarzi

Today's episode is a gem from Season 2.  Sex trafficking is a rapidly growing concern in our society and my guest was raised in a cult and is a survivor of sex trafficking.  She later went undercover in the U.S. and around the world busting sex trafficking rings.  She's done remarkable things, from writing federal legislation, to negotiating with warlords in foreign countries for children.Her name is Amanda Catarzi and she has a remarkable story to tell.If you or someone you know is a victim of sex trafficking call the National Human Trafficking Hotline: 1 (888) 373-7888If you would like to get in touch with, or learn more about Selah Freedom, find them online, at: www.selahfreedom.com

Today's episode is a gem from Season 2.  Sex trafficking is a rapidly growing concern in our society and my guest was raised in a cult and is a survivor of sex trafficking.  She later went undercover in the U.S. and around the world busting sex trafficking rings.  She's done remarkable things, from writing federal legislation, to negotiating with warlords in foreign countries for children. Her name is Amanda Catarzi and she has a remarkable story to tell. If you or someone you know is a victim of sex trafficking call the National Human Trafficking Hotline: 1 (888) 373-7888 If you would like to get in touch with, or learn more about Selah Freedom, find them online, at: <a href="http://www.selahfreedom.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.selahfreedom.com</a>

Flashback: Surviving Sex Trafficking (Amanda Catarzi)

This is the conclusion of my two-parter with Prof. Landes.  I strongly recommend you guys listen to this one.  He tackles the rise of social media, algorithms, mass media motives, China’s tech “Great Wall,” the importance of different perspectives, and much more.

This is the conclusion of my two-parter with Prof. Landes.  I strongly recommend you guys listen to this one.  He tackles the rise of social media, algorithms, mass media motives, China’s tech “Great Wall,” the importance of different perspectives, and much more.

Media's Effects on Culture and Society Part 2 (Prof. Stephen Landes)

For today's episode, I sat down with Professor Stephen Landes from the University of Rhode Island to talk about media.  Mass media, social media and other forms of this communication and the effects it has had on our society and culture from both a historical standpoint and in the present.

For today's episode, I sat down with Professor Stephen Landes from the University of Rhode Island to talk about media.  Mass media, social media and other forms of this communication and the effects it has had on our society and culture from both a historical standpoint and in the present.

Media's Effects on Culture and Society Part 1 (Prof. Stephen Landes)

Katie Manley

This is the second and final part of my interview with Katie Manley, a veteran of the medical field, with over twenty years of experience.  In this conclusion, we talk about COVID and its impact on hospitals around the country.  Katie has a unique perspective on this matter, having worked in several ER's and her current position as a Flight Nurse, transporting patients all over the country.

This is the second and final part of my interview with Katie Manley, a veteran of the medical field, with over twenty years of experience.  In this conclusion, we talk about COVID and its impact on hospitals around the country.  Katie has a unique perspective on this matter, having worked in several ER's and her current position as a Flight Nurse, transporting patients all over the country.

COVID and Hospitals in 2022 (Katie Manley)

Now more than ever, our medical professionals face challenges and dangers beyond what many of us can truly understand.  My guest today is Katie Manley.  Though she is my age, Katie has been in the medical field for 20 years.  She has worked in Emergency Rooms around the country and is currently a Flight Nurse and Paramedic.  I think it's important we hear and understand just what these incredible humans are faced with and how we as regular citizens might help them.

Now more than ever, our medical professionals face challenges and dangers beyond what many of us can truly understand.  My guest today is Katie Manley.  Though she is my age, Katie has been in the medical field for 20 years.  She has worked in Emergency Rooms around the country and is currently a Flight Nurse and Paramedic.  I think it's important we hear and understand just what these incredible humans are faced with and how we as regular citizens might help them.

Challenges of an ER/Flight Nurse (Katie Manley)

SEASON PREMIERE: Welcome to Season 3!  For this first episode of the new season, I'm talking environmental contamination and its effects on the environment at large, as well as our local communities.  Summer is an Enivronmental Scientist at Brown University as well as a graduate of the school.  She also holds a degree at the University of Rhode Island and is pursuing another, which is how we met.  This episode is more of an educational and informative one, less on the political side.

SEASON PREMIERE: Welcome to Season 3!  For this first episode of the new season, I'm talking environmental contamination and its effects on the environment at large, as well as our local communities.  Summer is an Enivronmental Scientist at Brown University as well as a graduate of the school.  She also holds a degree at the University of Rhode Island and is pursuing another, which is how we met.  This episode is more of an educational and informative one, less on the political side.

Enivronmental Contamination (Summer Gonsalves)

NEW EPISODES START NEXT WEEK!Flashback: Back in Season 2, I sat down with Dietician Adrianne Delgado to talk health and wellness and to answer the question, how healthy are we really?If you'd like to know more about Adrianne or speak to her directly:Website: www.bodymetrixhealth.comIG and FB: @bodymetrixhealthPodcast: Nourish, Eat, RepeatBook: https://www.amazon.com/Nourish-Eat-Repeat-womans-healthier/dp/1733363904

NEW EPISODES START NEXT WEEK! Flashback: Back in Season 2, I sat down with Dietician Adrianne Delgado to talk health and wellness and to answer the question, how healthy are we really? If you'd like to know more about Adrianne or speak to her directly: Website: <a href="http://www.bodymetrixhealth.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.bodymetrixhealth.com</a> IG and FB: @bodymetrixhealth Podcast: Nourish, Eat, Repeat Book: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Nourish-Eat-Repeat-womans-healthier/dp/1733363904" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.amazon.com/Nourish-Eat-Repeat-womans-healthier/dp/1733363904</a>

Flashback: How Healthy Are We Really? (Adrianne Delgado)

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