Going North Podcast

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Ep. 907 – A Leader's Leap Into Dystopian Fiction with Dr. C.C. Robinson (@drcristy) Dec 10, 2024

Show notes

"I saw people in their apocalypse, their version of the apocalypse. They not only survived it, but they did so with hope and with courage, forgiving each other and working together across the lines where they normally would have been at odds." – C.C. Robinson

Today's featured award-winning, bestselling author is a mom, wife, third-generation Indiana University graduate, and nonprofit leader, Dr. Cristy (C.C.) Robinson. Dr. Cristy and I had a fun on a bun chat about her books, her journey from medical training to establishing a nonprofit in post-civil war nations, and tons more!!!

Key Things You'll Learn:

What inspired Dr. C.C. to become a writer

Dr. C.C.'s top 3 leadership lessons from being a pastor

The challenges and learning process of transitioning from nonfiction to fiction writing

Why character development is essential in fiction

Why storytelling is integral to fostering hope and inspiring future generations

Dr. C.C.'s Site: https://www.ccrobinsonauthor.com/

Dr. C.C.'s Book: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0CQD3PX2H/allbooks

The opening track is titled, "Set Sail" by Sparks Dynamite. To listen to and download the full track, click the following link. https://planetastroproductions.bandcamp.com/track/set-sail-intro

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Ep. 825 – One Woman's Story of Survival & Courageous Leadership in Syria with Dr. Amani Ballour (@AmaniBallour): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-825-one-womans-story-of-survival-courageous-leadership-in-syria-with-dr-amani-ballour-am/

Ep. 698 – "From Scrubs to Award-Winning Stories" with Debra Blaine (@debrablainemd): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-698-from-scrubs-to-award-winning-stories-with-debra-blaine-debrablainemd/

Ep. 410 – "Research Scientist Turned Urban Fantasy Author" with Kristi Charish (@kristicharish): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-410-research-scientist-turned-urban-fantasy-author-with-kristi-charish-kristicharish/

Ep. 378 – "Writing Adventures with The Dialogue Doctor" with Jeff Elkins (@Jffelkins): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-378-writing-adventures-with-the-dialogue-doctor-with-jeff-elkins-jffelkins/

Ep. 897 – Death's Pale Flag with Dr. Gary Simonds (@garyrsimonds): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-897-deaths-pale-flag-with-dr-gary-simonds-garyrsimonds/

#LocalAuthor Bonus Ep. – “The Wise Man” with Michele Chynoweth (@AuthorMichele): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/localauthor-bonus-ep-the-wise-man-with-michele-chynoweth-authormichele/

#Bonus Ep. – "From Prizewinning Dystopian Thrillers to Prizewinning Historical Fiction" with Alice McVeigh (@astmcveigh1): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/bonus-ep-from-prizewinning-dystopian-thrillers-to-prizewinning-historical-fiction-with-alice-mcveigh-astmcveigh1/

Ep. 340 – "A Single Light" with Tosca Lee (@ToscaLee): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-340-a-single-light-with-tosca-lee-toscalee/

Ep. 480 – "Applying Your God-given Passions to Everyday Life" with Marnie Swedberg (@MentorMarnie): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-480-applying-your-god-given-passions-to-everyday-life-with-marnie-swedberg-mentormarnie/

Ep. 605 – "Love Is" with Kim Sorrelle: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-605-love-is-with-kim-sorrelle/

194 – "A Badass Butterfly Conversion" with Rev. Dr. Jane Galloway: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/194-a-badass-butterfly-conversion-with-rev-dr-jane-galloway-chaostoclarity/

Ep. 876 – Nurturing Through Narrative with Dr. Lisa Dorsey: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-876-nurturing-through-narrative-with-dr-lisa-dorsey/

Ep. 906 – From Pizza Dough to a Pizza Legacy with Erica D'Arcangelo (@edarcdesilva) Dec 02, 2024

Show notes

“I just really became inspired to write down my grandfather's story because he went through such a struggle. He came here with nothing and built something for our family, and I thought that was very special.” – Erica D'Arcangelo

Today’s featured author is a mom, wife, marketing expert, and CEO of Web Content Development, Erica D'Arcangelo. Erica and I had a fun on a bun chat about her first book, “A Story About Pizza”, the importance of storytelling, her plans for future projects, and more!

Key Things You’ll Learn:

Her motivation behind writing her 1^st book

Why marketing your business is a must

What business setback Erica faced that set her business back up for success

Why it’s important to reassess goals and have a support system

Erica’s Site: https://www.astoryaboutpizza.com/

Erica’s Book: https://a.co/d/0PBFBOA

The opening track is titled, “Set Sail” by Sparks Dynamite. To listen to the full track and download it, click the following link. https://planetastroproductions.bandcamp.com/track/set-sail-intro

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Ep. 714 – “Drink Wine and Be Beautiful” with Kimberly Noel Sullivan (@KimberlyinRome): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-714-drink-wine-and-be-beautiful-with-kimberly-noel-sullivan-kimberlyinrome/

#Holiday Bonus Ep. – “Bird of Paradise” with Emily Johnson (@elhughes01): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/holiday-bonus-ep-bird-of-paradise-with-emily-johnson-elhughes01/

Ep. 799 – Love, Laughter, and Mafia Inspired Novels with Marianna Buffolino: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-799-love-laughter-and-mafia-inspired-novels-with-marianna-buffolino/

Ep. 865 – Bringing Sunshine Back To My Mind with Dr. Momoko Uno: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-865-bringing-sunshine-back-to-my-mind-with-dr-momoko-uno/

275 – “How Thoughts Become Things” with Dr. Marina Bruni (@DrMarinaBruni): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/275-how-thoughts-become-things-with-dr-marina-bruni-drmarinabruni/

Ep. 454 – “Twenty-One Olive Trees” with Laura Formentini (@FormentiniLove): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-454-twenty-one-olive-trees-with-laura-formentini-formentinilove/

Ep. 334.5 (Holiday Bonus) – “The Business of Immortality” with Sahara Foley (@SaharaFoley): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-3345-holiday-bonus-the-business-of-immortality-with-sahara-foley-saharafoley/

Ep. 442 – “Jungle Jean” with Geralyn Gendreau (@geralyngendreau): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-442-jungle-jean-with-geralyn-gendreau-geralyngendreau/

Ep. 905 – Leadership Lessons From A Resourceful Human Results Professional with Brenda Neckvatal (@brendaleads) Nov 26, 2024

Show notes

“The path to success is never a straight line. And it's also never what you think it is.” – Brenda Neckvatal

Today’s featured bestselling bookcaster is an award-winning HR professional, serial entrepreneur, and transformational speaker, Brenda Neckvatal. Brenda and I had a fun on a bun chat about her books, what inspired her to become an author, the importance of investing in yourself, and more!!

Key Things You’ll Learn:

How Brenda uses her HR expertise in her businesses

What major setback Brenda had that actually became a setup for her success

Her top 3 lessons from starting, running, and growing her podcasts

Brenda’s Site: https://yobrenda.com/

Brenda’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B096KQJX85/allbooks

Brenda’s Podcast, “Solving People Problems”: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/solving-people-problems/id1743879451

The opening track is titled, “Set Sail” by Sparks Dynamite. To listen to the full track and download it, click the following link. https://planetastroproductions.bandcamp.com/track/set-sail-intro

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193 – “The Quest For Purpose” with Dr. Ken Keis (@crgleader): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/193-the-quest-for-purpose-with-dr-ken-keis-crgleader/

226 – “A Company Culture that Transforms” with Diana George (@ByGeorgeHR): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/226-a-company-culture-that-transforms-with-diana-george-bygeorgehr/

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Ep. 632 – “The Career Toolkit” with Mark Herschberg (@CareerToolkitBk): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-632-the-career-toolkit-with-mark-herschberg-careertoolkitbk/

Ep. 904 – From The Bronx To The Navy And Back As A Cowboy with Dilgilio Rodriguez (@dilgilio) Nov 23, 2024

Show notes

“You gotta throw a little spice into whatever it is that you're doing, regardless of whether everybody's got the same idea.” – Dilgilio Rodriguez

Today’s featured author is a US Navy veteran, black belt mixed martial artist, defensive tactic instructor, and The Last City Cowboy, Dilgilio Rodriguez. Dilgilio and I had a fun on a bun chat about his books, how his rich life experience shapes his creative work, and more!!

Key Things You’ll Learn:

How Dilgilio ended up in the Navy and made the transition to civilian living

How he got the name, “The Last City Cowboy”

What inspired him to become a musician and dive deeper into his craft as an author

How he remains positive in massively negative environments

What major life lesson he learned from all his years practicing martial arts

Dilgilio’s Site: https://www.thelastcitycowboy.com/

Dilgilio’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CFV7ZC49?binding=paperback&qid=1719447775&sr=1-1&ref=dbs_dp_rwt_sb_pc_tpbk

The opening track is titled, “Set Sail” by Sparks Dynamite. To listen to the full track and download it, click the following link. https://planetastroproductions.bandcamp.com/track/set-sail-intro

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Ep. 903 – Somewhere in Minnesota with Jayna Locke (@jaynalocke | @jaynatweets) Nov 22, 2024

Show notes

“I literally have been writing all my life, and it's just really in the last five or six years that I finally knuckled down and said, ‘I really want to do something with this. I really want my stories out there.’” – Jayna Locke

Today’s featured award-winning author is a mom, blogger, lifelong lover of fiction, and content marketing strategist, Jayna Locke. Jayna and I had a fun on a bun chat about her books, the importance of community in writing, the value of dedicating small amounts of time daily to writing, and more!

Key Things You’ll Learn:

What inspired the stories in her latest anthology, “Somewhere in Minnesota; Short Stories”

How settings enhance storytelling and create a sense of place

How deadlines can put a dead end to your uncreativeness

Why you must maintain your creative passions amidst life's busyness

Jayna’s Site: https://jaynalocke.com/

Jayna’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0CVGRNMVD/allbooks

The opening track is titled, “Set Sail” by Sparks Dynamite. To listen to the full track and download it, click the following link. https://planetastroproductions.bandcamp.com/track/set-sail-intro

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Ep. 902 – How To Be Passion Struck & Ignite Your Most Intentional Life with John R. Miles (@John_RMiles) Nov 19, 2024

Show notes

“Sometimes being right means being alone and realizing the consequences of what it means to be right. I had to stick up for my core values, even if it meant facing consequences.” – John R. Miles

Today’s featured award-winning, bestselling bookcaster is a US Navy veteran, high-performance coach, keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and the CEO of Passion Struck, John R. Miles. John and I had a chat about his book, “Passion Struck: Twelve Powerful Principles to Unlock Your Purpose and Ignite Your Most Intentional Life”, some leadership lessons learned from high-stakes environments, the psychology of progress, and more!!

Key Things You’ll Learn:

What it means to be Passion Struck

How to use rejection to fuel your determination

Why integrity is a must for genuine success

His top 3 lessons from starting, running, and growing his podcast

John’s Site: https://passionstruck.com/

John’s Book: https://a.co/d/390da2H

John’s Podcast, “Passion Struck with John R. Miles”: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/passion-struck-with-john-r-miles/id1553279283

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Ep. 901 – How To Have Difficult Conversations In A Divided World with Justin Jones-Fosu (@iworkmeaningful) Nov 18, 2024

Show notes

“Even when we're closed-minded, we should never stop being open-hearted.” – Justin Jones-Fosu

Today’s featured bestselling author is a father, husband, TEDx speaker, social entrepreneur, and meaningful work researcher, Justin Jones-Fosu. Justin and I had a fun on a bun chat about his latest book, “I Respectfully Disagree: How to Have Difficult Conversations in a Divided World”, the value of empathy, his five pillars of respectful dialogue, and more!

Key Things You’ll Learn:

The five pillars of respectful dialogue

The importance of inclusion for everyone, not just specific groups

Some strategies for engaging in difficult conversations

The role that curiosity and open-mindedness play in conversations

Justin’s Site: https://howtorespectfullydisagree.com/

Justin’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B07N49X8XK/allbooks

Justin’s TEDx Talk: https://youtu.be/Ml52Brr7AeA?si=5cKIx0qgiHvi-Irv

The opening track is titled, “Set Sail” by Sparks Dynamite. To listen to the full track and download it, click the following link. https://planetastroproductions.bandcamp.com/track/set-sail-intro

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Ep. 900 – Biggest Dream Come True with Dr. Michael D. Finkley Nov 13, 2024

Show notes

“Pursue your dreams. Don’t allow anyone, not even yourself, to take that away from you.” – Dr. Michael D. Finkley

Today’s featured award-winning author is a speaker, educator, DEI Facilitator, Grammy Nominated Artist, and the host of the award-winning, Michael Finkley Show. Dr. Mike and I had a fun on a bun chat about his new book, “Biggest Dream Come True: The Power of Pursuing Your Dreams and Reaching for the Stars”, the journey from a struggling student to a successful author and educator, how faith plays a major role in his life and more!

Key Things You’ll Learn:

How Dr. Mike turned his experiences into motivation for others with his latest book

What inspired Mike to start his show

The top three lessons he learned from starting, growing and running his podcast

How his "red carpet experience" helps others to create lasting memories

Dr. Michael’s Site: https://www.michaelfinkleyshow.com/

Dr. Michael’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/s?i=stripbooks&rh=p_27%3AMichael+D.+Finkley&s=relevancerank&text=Michael+D.+Finkley&ref=dp_byline_sr_book_1

The Michael Finkley Show: https://www.youtube.com/@MichaelFinkleyShow/videos

The opening track is titled “Set Sail” by Sparks Dynamite. To listen to the full track and download it, click the following link. https://planetastroproductions.bandcamp.com/track/set-sail-intro

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Show notes

“I knew at 48 that the job was killing me, and if I stayed to 55, I didn't know if I would live to be 55.” – Tim Eggebraaten

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Show notes

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