April Larson
(Aesthetician Guru)
I was raised in California by a single mom; as a result, I am a woman of grit who has learned to see through manipulation and find the truth. In 2001, I met my husband, and we started our family in Seattle, Washington. We moved with our four children to Boise, Idaho in 2016, after a short time in Texas. I am a wife, mother, homeschooler, and a small business owner. As a devoted Christian, I believe it is my highest calling to love God and love my neighbors.
I am fiercely passionate about “identity” and encouraging others to walk in the fullness of who they were created to be. My first priority has always been my husband and kids, walking this truth out with them but now that they are older I get the privilege of coaching, encouraging and loving other people of all walks of life and creating space to discuss some of the most challenging subjects we face today about purpose, identity, success, beauty, acceptance and what it means to rest in the truth that you are ridiculously loved no matter where you are at in your journey
Carla Allen
Certified Health Coach & Int’l Podcaster
Carla is 58 years old and is on fire for life and helping others realize that age is just a number! She has been passionate about the health and nutrition and fitness world for most of her adult life. Carla is on a mission to help change the mindsets of women that their age is not their cage. Her positive attitude about aging is contagious as she often says, “it’s never too late and you’re never too old!” She loves to encourage others that you can still achieve your optimal health, start that exercise program, try out a new hobby, or create that business you’ve been dreaming about! Carla began her health coaching business and debuted her podcast “Your Age Is Not Your Cage” in her 50’s, so she’s proof that you can do anything at any age!
Carla is now living out her childhood dream of being a radio DJ through her new podcasting journey. Her passion is talking and sharing inspirational stories of amazing, brave, bold, courageous women and men that have overcome challenges in their lives and are now thriving more than ever. Carla’s heart’s desire is for her podcast to be a space where her listeners feel empowered with a new confidence, encouraged with a renewed hope, and forever changed to want to pursue the life God has called them to with all they’ve got.
Carla has been married to her hubby, Sonny for 25 years and has two amazing adult children and a sweet daughter-in-law, along with their two sweet puppy dogs, Waylon & Boone. Carla loves Jesus, hanging out with her family, is passionate about walking, enjoys lifting weights at the gym, and she is happiest doing anything that is outdoors! She is an empty-nester that believes these years can truly be the best years of your life and she wants you to believe it for yourself too! Her motto: If you’re still here, you’re not done living! Remember… Your age is not your cage so it’s time to start living like it!
Keri Gassaway
(Certified Health & Wellness Coach & Instructor)
Keri is a Certified Health & Wellness Coach & Instructor, with a lifelong passion for food as rnedicine, rnovement. meditation & the Of getting outside, She true health. success, confidence and a joy life are within reach for all, with the right and loving guidance.
Keri loves connecting with anyone stuck in some of their health and working alongside them to find breakthroughs and solutions to create the healthiest. most authentic & vibrant version of themselves. Her desire for service to others in this capacity is driven by both her natural gifts and passions plus her own life struggles & strengtls surrounding rnental, physical, and even horrnonal health. fought through some tough rnental health battles With various family she is also on a mission to create change and awareness in this arena of healthcare. as well as teaching sorne proactive to help those who may battling a mental health condition.
Keri is a wife, mom of 4 rnostly grown children & currently living in great state of Texas. More than anything, she loves spending time with her family, being outdoors, traveling and celebrating the life and friendships has gifted her with. Both and professionally she always hopes to leave others feeling seen, heard and better than when they
Erin Caldwell
(Clinical Social Worker/Therapist, LCSW)
I was raised to believe that if you make the right choices, do the right things, and live a healthy life, that good things will happen. For my first 30 years, they did. I grew up feeling very blessed in life and wanted to study Social Work to give to others. The challenge of the fast-paced ER called to me because I thrive in crisis. I completed a master’s in social work, and went into ER long-term. I then became a wife and a mother of 4 along the way. When I was 30, my 15-month-old daughter died in a drowning accident. 3 days later I found out I was pregnant.
Struggling with a great trauma, newly pregnant and a toddler to take care of, I got EMDR treatment. It was life-changing. I was able to deal with the loss, leave it in a chapter behind me, and create a new one with hope and resilience I became a baby and toddler swimming instructor and created a specialized swim approach for babies, toddlers, and special needs children, so they can survive in the water. It was a rewarding way to bring meaning to a terrible thing that happened. Bad things happen for no reason.
How to make sense of the chaos is why I’m drawn to help healing others. It’s terrible to lose someone you love, go through divorce, or just get lost or hung up along the way.. but you can still write a new triumphant chapter.
Carrie Schmidt
(Guest)
Carrie Schmidt is the Founder & CEO of Infinite SOULutions, LLC, and a Transformational Life and Business Success Coach. She recently released her first book, Behind the Screen, which teaches a 7-Step Life Timeline System of Transformation to help readers connect to their Power, Passion, and Purpose! Carrie Schmidt provides life coaching and business consulting services that deliver her client’s total transformation. Her vision is to reach, teach, and transform over 1 million lives globally by helping raise human consciousness and mental health awareness.
Rich Bennett
(Guest Podcaster)
Professional Podcaster of three successful podcasts, reaching hundreds of thousands worldwide. He is a husband, father, businessman, Radio DJ.. he does it all and he is a blast to talk to and have a conversation with!
Rich Bennett is a Marine Corps Veteran, Professional DJ, Entrepreneur and Professional Podcaster.
Join Rich Bennett as he explores a diverse range of topics with guests from all corners of the globe. From business and art to addiction and mental health, Rich delves into thought-provoking discussions with a variety of individuals. At times, he’s joined by engaging co-hosts who bring even more depth to the conversations. Listen in as Rich shares inspiring stories from a former cult survivor, a couple who biked from Oregon to DC on a tandem bicycle, and individuals overcoming addiction and mental illness. Discover a new perspective on life with each episode of Rich’s captivating conversations.
Linda Bruno
(Guest, Pro Voice Over Artist & Coach)
A 30 year voice over industry pro, her clients include: Disney, TLC, Kia, Costco, Walmart, Samsung, Motorola, CNN, Disney Jr., Nickelodeon.. and the list goes on. Check out her demos and more info on her website: www.lindabruno.com
Her training began in Miami, Florida with the legendary voice over actress, Connie Zimet who helped with the foundation for her craft. Connie accepted the shy 18-year old into her studio and gave her the inspiration to move forward with this challenging career. Those early days of watching Connie work were truly inspirational to her.
In 1997, she moved to NYC in search of an agent and larger clients. That move led to relationships with various agents, production houses and now thanks to the Internet, worldwide clients spanning as far away as India and Singapore on a daily basis.
Now based on Long Island, New York, she shares studio space with Digital Waterworx in Melville, and love the camaraderie and stimulation of being around other creative people
Deborah Charnes
(Guest, author of “From the Boxing Ring to the Ashram)
She was riddled with chronic low back pain and digestive disorders since childhood, Deborah Chames spent 50 years exploring the world, uncovering secrets to health and happiness.
For two decades. she managed hundreds of news conferences, editorial board preg briefings. and one-on-one interviews. She worked with security, comrnunications, and advance teams for John McCain, Hillary Clinton, President Barack Obama, First Lady Michelle Obama, then-Vice President Joe Biden. Dr. Jill Biden, Bernie Sanders, megastar Jennifer Lopez, and the Vice President of EI Salvador.
In 2011 , left the high-pressure demands as an intemational corporate marketing communications strategist Moving forward, she dedicated that same energy to positive transformation—of herself and others. She vowed to never stop learning—or sharing.
Already a certified ma teacher, she added training in Ayurvedic massage therapy, nutrition, and cooking. She received certification in multiple holistic modalities and after an additional hours of specialized training became one of the first bilingual (English/Spanish) certified yoga therapists in Texas.
Coaching people of all and with many physical or emotional challenges, she seeks to boost the body, mind, and spirit through simple techniques that can practiced anywhere and anyime. To that end, she has created a dozen signature therapeutic workshops. Arnong them are Dem Bones, Gutsy Yt» Chill Out, Breath of Life, Chant and Be Happy, Tummy Bust, and Sugar Drop. All are offered in English and Spanish. Deborah has lived, worked, and studied in the U.S. and Latin Americz A travel blogger since the early WordPress days, she has published 500 mind/body and lifestyle articles. Her deep commitrnent to helping others achieve maximum well-being led her to write “Frorn the Boxing Ring to the Ashram https://a.co/d/9T9ADWG
When not writing or traveling, she enjoys hosting guests at her mini-retreat center, The Namaste Getaway in Texas Hill Country. Connect (and learn) with her on her virtual book club , social media.