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Tell Me Your Story
Hosted by Richard Dugan · EN
Im Richard Dugan, host of 'Tell Me Your Story”, NEW PARADIGMS FOR A NEW WORLD... To bring as many different points of view, from around the circle, into your view, to assist you in expanding your life and living. To assist in the positive evolution of mankind and bringing about a greater awareness of self and others in order to create the kind of world YOU want. A world in which we all can search for, find and fulfill our 'first best destiny'. GIVING YOU CHOICES AND KNOWLEDGE OF THOSE CHOICES TO MAKE YOUR DREAMS COME TRUE... You deserve to know 'the truth' about who you are, because that 'truth will set you free'. Knowing your past is fine. Knowing who you are now is greater. And knowing who you want to be and how to bring about that transformation is what 'Tell Me Your Story' is about. THE ONE THING YOU HAVE TO GAIN...IS...THE NEW WORLD YOU WANT! Since 2007, we've been producing TMYS, available at richarddugan.com/radioshow. My dream is to syndicate 'Tell MeYourStory' and take it on the road. Traveling to all parts of the world, talking with people who are living, working and playing in new ways that are changing the world, one person at a time. I have been interviewing for over 30 years, talking with thousands of; authors, musicians, light workers, metaphysicians, spiritualists, co-creators, body, mind and light workers, new thought people, visionaries, revolutionaries, inovators. We all have a story and mine is no greater or lesser than yours. Born and raised in Phoenix, Arizona. I was legally blind from birth. In spite or because of that, I went through 13 years of school not knowing what I wanted to do and so I went to Communtiy College and worked in the AV Department. I found out about a job with 'Sun Sounds' Radio Reading Service, for the blind and visually impaired. I not only became a client, I started working there August 29, 1979 and never “looked” back. On March 6, 1996, I received a lens implant and went from 20/200 or worse to 20/80 overnight. Within just a few months, I was learning to drive a car. A dream I had given up in acceptance of the way I was, legally blind. And that was 'ok'. Bicycling was just fine for me. Then my marriage of 15 years came to an end and I met Amrita Ma. We married and moved to her home town of Santa Barbara and we both started a new life 5 minutes for her childhood home. We've been to Ireland twice and dream of living there one day very soon. I dreamed I would drive, travel to far away places, share the love with someone with a very open, loving heart, live by the sea, have my own radio show, teach others my craft, meet new and exciting souls. I am working on 2 books and more. What are your dreams?........ I will share more thoughts later. RD
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Robyn Vogel - Come Back To Love
Yesterday01:12:17Tap to summarizeRobyn Vogel - Come Back To Love by Richard Dugan
Transcribe →Dr. Lois P. Frankel - NICE GIRLS STILL DON’T GET THE CORNER OFFICE
Yesterday01:17:54Tap to summarizeDr. Lois P. Frankel - NICE GIRLS STILL DON’T GET THE CORNER OFFICE by Richard Dugan
Transcribe →Susie Singer Carter - National Walk for Long-Term Care Reform
Yesterday01:07:49Tap to summarizehttps://www.roar4ltc.org/roar-2026-walk No Country for Old People, a Nursing Home Exposé." The 3-part docu-series has evolved into a grassroots national movement called ROAR 4 LTC (Respect, Oversight, Advocacy, and Reform for Long-Term Care), and now we’re organizing the first-ever National Walk for Long-Term Care Reform happening across the country on September 27, the first National Long-Term Care Reform Day - a new national day that we have formally initiated! Families, caregivers, healthcare workers, advocates, and community members across the nation (24 states are committed to date!) are coming together to raise awareness and push for better care, accountability, transparency, and dignity for aging and vulnerable Americans I would be so grateful for the opportunity to return to your show to discuss the growing movement, why this issue now touches nearly every generation and provide others the opportunity to help create real change. Thank you again for helping amplify this conversation from the beginning. Susie Singer Carter Filmmaker/Co-Founder of ROAR 4 LTC Subscribe to my Substack "The Power of the People is Stronger than the People with
Transcribe →Cherita O’dell - Good God
1w ago01:12:41Tap to summarizegoodgodbycherita@gmail.com A Single Girl’s Rocky Path to Finding True Love (Author Cherita O’dell) Hello I wanted to introduce you to Cherita O'dell, an author and speaker whose work sits at the intersection of faith, modern dating, and the quiet burnout many women are carrying right now. Cherita is the author of “Good God!: A Single Girl’s Rocky Path to Finding True Love.” It’s a faith-based book, but not a glossy or preachy one. She writes for women who love God and still wrestle with timing, waiting, and the feeling that life didn’t unfold the way they expected. One of her core messages is that dating isn’t just a romantic decision, it’s a spiritual one, and that idea tends to stop people mid-scroll. What makes Cherita especially compelling is her lived experience. She qualified for the 1996 Olympic Games and was sidelined by injury just before competing — an early lesson in identity, disappointment, and trusting purpose when plans fall apart. That perspective now shows up in how she speaks about relationships, resilience, and surrender in a way that feels grounded, honest, and relatable. Cherita is thoughtful on air, easy to talk with, and doesn’t rely on platitudes. She speaks candidly about faith, desire, waiting, and wholeness without guilt or pressure to wrap things up neatly. Her work resonates with single women navigating today’s dating culture, faith-based audiences craving more honest conversation, and producers looking for guests who bring both depth and warmth. If you’re exploring guests around relationships, spirituality, women’s empowerment, or personal growth, I’d be happy to see if Cherita might be a fit. For more information, visit the online press kit at CheritaOdell.OnlinePresskit247.com and public site goodgodhelpmeout.com. For interviews with Cherita, send requests to anita@wasabipublicity.com. About Cherita: Cherita O'dell is a transformational speaker and author of “Good God!: A Single Girl’s Rocky Path to Finding True Love,” a faith-based book for women navigating waiting, dating, and purpose. A former Olympic athlete and licensed real estate broker, she blends spiritual wisdom, resilience, and real-life experience to help individuals and organizations rethink identity, timing, and trust. Through Speak Life, Cherita challenges audiences to stop asking God to bless their plans, and start making decisions God can bless. Born in Barbados and educated at Rice University and Interamerican University of Puerto Rico, she brings warmth, clarity, and conviction to every conversation. Visit: goodgodhelpmeout.com. TOPIC/pitch: https://onlinepresskit247.com/upload/cheritaodell/a-single-girl-s-rocky-path-to-finding-true-love-author-cherita-o-dell-pitch-1774627972.docx RADIO ONE PAGE PREP: https://onlinepresskit247.com/upload/cheritaodell/radio-one-pager-1771359429.docx PRESS KIT WITH SOCIAL MEDIA, IMAGES, BIO, ETC: https://cheritaodell.onlinepresskit247.com/ SOCIAL MEDIA: https://www.facebook.com/cheritaodellspeaks https://www.linkedin.com/in/cherita-odell https://www.youtube.com/@cheritaodellspeaks https://www.instagram.com/cheritaodellspeaks/ BIOS: https://cheritaodell.onlinepresskit247.com/about.html IMAGES: https://cheritaodell.onlinepresskit247.com/image-gallery.html WEBSITE: https://www.goodgodhelpmeout.com/ Amazon link: https://www.amazon.com/Good-God-Single-Girls-Finding-ebook/dp/B0FBY53THQ EMERGENCY, PREP & CLIPS: If you cannot connect, first contact backup press info provided. If that doesn't work or if you need prep or clips, contact
Transcribe →Joshua Pritikin, Ph.D. - Religion Unburdened by Belief-youtube
2w ago01:20:05Tap to summarizeIn New Book, Ph.D. Psychologist Asks How Tightly We Should Hold Any Belief—Whether Religious, Spiritual, or Personal—and Finds the Answer Is Less Than You Think What if the issue isn’t what we believe, but how tightly we hold our beliefs? At a time when so many people are questioning inherited frameworks, exploring mindfulness or psychedelics, and looking for meaning outside rigid institutions, quantitative psychologist Joshua Pritikin, Ph.D., offers a thought-provoking perspective: that growth and insight may depend less on finding the “right” beliefs than on learning to relate to belief itself with more openness and flexibility. His new book Religion Unburdened by Belief: The Way of Open Inquiry explores how tightly held beliefs can shape identity, emotional reactions, and even our sense of reality — and how loosening that grip can create space for greater clarity, resilience, and personal transformation. Drawing from psychology, spirituality, and Internal Family Systems, he offers a framework for examining beliefs without discarding the search for meaning. Other points he can speak to include: 3 ways to adjust your beliefs for greater clarity, growth, and insight 5 rules for exploring consciousness safely Why we want AI to be conscious (and what it says about us) Tired of asking “what’s true?” Stop fact-checking and do this instead. If this is of interest, I’d be glad to connect you with Joshua for an interview tailored to your audience. WHAT IF OUR PROBLEM ISN’T WHAT WE BELIEVE, BUT HOW FIRMLY WE BELIEVE IT? A New Book Asks How Tightly We Should Hold Any Belief—Whether Religious, Spiritual, or Personal—and Finds the Answer Is Less Than You Think Religion Unburdened by Belief: The Way of Open Inquiry, by Joshua Pritikin, Ph.D., Praised by Kirkus Reviews as “counterintuitive yet compelling” Releases June 15, 2026 There’s increasing recognition that the beliefs we hold—about ourselves, what we’re striving for, and even reality—may be quietly limiting how we think, feel, and grow. But while much has been said about what to believe or disbelieve, far less attention has been paid to a more fundamental question: how tightly should we hold any belief at all? Pritikin argues that a minimal set of beliefs is still needed—but only those that make exploration possible. In his new book Religion Unburdened by Belief: The Way of Open Inquiry, quantitative psychologist Joshua Pritikin, Ph.D., offers a provocative framework for doing exactly that. Drawing from psychology, philosophy, and the study of consciousness, Pritikin challenges a deeply ingrained assumption: that personal growth, insight, and meaning come from finding and holding onto the “right” ideas. Instead, he argues, transformation comes not from adopting the right beliefs, but from loosening our attachment to belief itself—and learning to navigate experience with disciplined, open inquiry. The result is a shift not just in what we think, but in how we relate to our thoughts, emotions, and sense of self. Beliefs held too tightly can narrow perception, reinforce identity, and amplify emotional reactions. But when approached with flexibility, they can be examined, tested, and even strategically adjusted—opening the door to new ways of thinking, feeling, and experiencing the world. The book introduces a structured yet accessible method for exploring this idea in practice. Borrowing from Internal Family Systems (IFS), Pritikin shows how different “parts” of the mind hold different beliefs—often as a way to protect us. By understanding and working with these parts, readers can begin to shift beliefs in a way that feels safe, intentional, and sustainable.
Transcribe →Nizam Missaghi MD - Passport to Freedom - From Tehran to Triumph
4w ago01:15:02Tap to summarizePASSPORTTOFREEDOMBOOK.COM DR.MISSAGHI@GMAIL.COM Born an American citizen but raised under Iran’s theocracy, Dr. Nizam Missaghi grew up with a secret that could save his life — or cost him everything: a hidden U.S. passport. In his powerful new memoir Passport to Freedom: From Tehran to Triumph, Missaghi offers a firsthand perspective on life inside authoritarian rule and what it truly means to choose freedom. Please refer to the press release below for additional information, and let me know if you would like to see a copy of Passport to Freedom for interview and/or review purposes. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Passport to Freedom: From Tehran to Triumph Shares American Doctor’s High-Stakes Escape from Iran “Nizam’s journey from a child climbing stairwells during missile attacks in Tehran to becoming a top physician in the United States is not just a personal triumph — it is a story of what happens when human potential is finally allowed to breathe.” — Rainn Wilson, Actor and author of the foreword to Passport to Freedom WESTPORT, Conn., April 21, 2026 — A gripping memoir of faith, identity and the fragile line between belonging and exile — where freedom is never guaranteed, and survival depends on who dares to help you carry it — Passport to Freedom: From Tehran to Triumph shares the story of Dr. Nizam Missaghi’s harrowing escape from Iran as a child. Born in the United States and taken back to Iran as an infant, Missaghi grew up free on paper but trapped in practice. At 7 years old, he was expelled from school for the first time in Tehran — not for misbehavior or poor grades, but for belonging to a faith the Islamic Republic refused to recognize. In post-revolutionary Iran, being Baha’i meant fractured futures: no university, no profession, no way to support a family. Yet hidden in a dresser drawer was a golden ticket: a United States passport quietly renewed every five years in secret. As adolescence gave way to urgency, Missaghi had to decide whether hope was worth the risk of escape. With surveillance closing in and many doors slammed shut, he faced an unthinkable choice: remain invisible or gamble everything on a document that could save or destroy him. He can discuss: · Life under the Islamic Republic · Escaping Iran · Religious persecution · Born American, raised under theocracy At a time when authoritarian regimes cloak oppression in the language of culture and faith, Missaghi’s unbelievable journey reminds us what is lost when conscience is outlawed — and why America remains a refuge worth choosing. Passport to Freedom: From Tehran to Triumph Publisher: Regalo Press Release date: September 22, 2026 ISBN (paperback): 979-8895654736 Available from https://us.amazon.com/Passport-Freedom-Nizam-Missaghi-M-D/dp/B0GRJB1T74 ### TIP SHEET The press release above may be published in part or entirety by any print, broadcast, or internet/digital media outlet, or used by any means of social media sharing. Reviews, photos, links to previous interviews and Q&As are available upon request. ABOUT THE AUTHOR Nizam Missaghi, M.D., is an Iranian-American physician. He left his native Iran after the completion of high school due to being deprived of access to higher education as a religious minority in the Islamic Republic. He completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Virginia and pursued his medical education at Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine. After completion of his residency in anesthesiology, he moved to the Phoenix metro area, where he is a founding member of Grand Canyon Anesthesia and a clinical assistant professor of anesthesiology at the University of Arizona School of Medicine and Midwestern University.
Transcribe →Andra Douglas - Changing Cadence
Apr 3001:07:49Tap to summarizeWith flag football officially heading to the Olympics, there’s a bigger story that hasn't been told about the women who play football. Andra Douglas is one of those women. A former national champion in rugby and quarterback in women’s tackle football, she later became a creative executive at Atlantic Records—and for nearly two decades owned the two-time national champion New York Sharks women’s pro football team. She’s been at the center of a sports world most people don’t even realize exists. Until now. As women’s football finally gets its Olympic spotlight, Andra can speak candidly about: The business, politics, and culture behind women’s sports How her career spans both professional sports and the music industry Her personal experience as a female athlete in an often-misunderstood sport Her new novel, Changing Cadence, is part memoir, part novel, and follows a woman facing the end of her career in women’s tackle football, while her mother adjusts to life in Florida at an assisted living community. As both women navigate change, an unexpected connection forms between a New York football team and a group of small-town seniors. Andra Douglas’ story is both heartfelt and humorous, and her experience in the world of women’s sports is sure to delight and inspire your audience. Billie Jean King called her book, "more than a sports story; it is a love letter to those who are committed to being their authentic selves." Andra is thoughtful, funny, and not afraid to challenge the narrative—exactly the kind of voice that sparks a real conversation.
Transcribe →Stuart Grauer - The Way to Pancho s Kitchen
Apr 3001:16:12Tap to summarizeAt a time when teacher burnout is rising, and many are questioning their future in the profession, nationallyrecognized educator Stuart Grauer is offering something rare: a path back topurpose. In his new book, The Way to Pancho’s Kitchen: A Trail Guidefor Small School Leaders, Grauer blends field-tested lessons withvivid storytelling — from the Grand Canyonto Baja — to help learning community leaders reclaim the roots of education and sustainit for life. Please refer to the press release below foradditional information, and let me know if you would like to see a copy ofThe Way to Pancho’s Kitchen for interview and/or reviewpurposes. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Award-Winning Educator Stuart Grauer Releases NewBook on the Art of Small School Leadership ENCINITAS, Calif.,April 15, 2026 — Nationally recognized educator Stuart Grauer, Ed.D., Fulbright Fellow and founderof the Small Schools Coalition, is announcing his new book, TheWay to Pancho’s Kitchen: A Trail Guide for Small School Leaders.Published by The Worthy Educator Press and available now, this isGrauer’s third book. Drawing on true stories from the Grand Canyon to Baja to school communities across the country, the book isdescribed as an essential “trail guide” for the next generation ofeducational visionaries, exploring the art and soul of leading smallschools. “Seven years in the making, this book grew out ofan epic journey of reflection, writing and conversation witheducators around the world,” said Grauer. “Through vivid stories, fromBaja and the Grand Canyon to forests, classroomsand communities closer to home, the book explores what becomes possible whenschools are built as human-scale communities rooted in curiosity, connectionand the wisdom of the natural world.” Early readers have hailedthe book as “elegant,” “poignant” and “captivating.” Grauer’s expertise in education leadership isrecognized nationally and globally. A Fulbright Educational AdministrationFellow (2007), he is the founder of the Small Schools Coalition,which serves as an influential educational model for hundreds ofindependent schools across the United States and around the world.His ASCD SmartBriefs have ranked among the most widely read of the yearnationwide. He is a regular Chairman of School Evaluation Committeesfor the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and hastaught at both U.S. International University and the Universityof California, San Diego, specializing in international education andteacher development. Before founding The Grauer School in 1991, heserved as principal of the International School of Basel in Switzerlandand as founding assistant director of Fairbanks Country Day. He wasawarded the Arthur E. Hughes Career Achievement Award for 2014 (the University of San Diego’s School of Leadershipand Education Sciences’ highest alumni honor) and was named Peacemaker of the Yearby Rotary International. The Way to Pancho’s Kitchen: A Trail Guide forSmall School Leaders Publisher: The Worthy Educator Press Release Date: March 9, 2026 ISBN-13: 979-8234005632 Available from https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GS4PJVXN and IngramSpark TIP SHEET The press release above may be published in partor entirety by any print, broadcast or internet/digital media outlet,or used by any means of social media sharing. Reviews, photos, links to previous interviews andQ&As are available upon request. visit www.grauerschool.com
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Body of Health PODCAST 05 10 Shocking Habits to Reset Your Health PT II
Apr 2600:48:23Tap to summarize10 Shocking Habits to Reset Your Health By Dennis J. Henson "We spend our whole lives seeking comfort—climate control, soft chairs, easy food. But what if the secret to living longer is actually making yourself uncomfortable... just for a few minutes a day?" 1. Cold Showers (Thermal Shock) •The Shock: It triggers "Cold Shock Proteins" and a massive dopamine spike. •The Benefit: It wakes up your immune system instantly and forces your vascular system to contract, acting like a pump for your blood. 2. Sauna (Heat Shock) •The Shock: The opposite of cold. It mimics a fever, which is the body's natural way of killing invaders. •The Benefit: Triggers Heat Shock Proteins (HSPs) which repair damaged DNA and fold proteins correctly. It is a "cellular cleanup" crew. 3. Intermittent Fasting (Metabolic Shock) •The Shock: It convinces your body that food is scarce. •The Benefit: Triggers Autophagy (self-eating). Your body starts scavenging and eating its own damaged, weak, or senescent cells for fuel, leaving only the strong ones. 4. Breath Retention (Oxygen Shock) •The Shock: Deliberate "Intermittent Hypoxia" (low oxygen). •The Benefit: It panics the system into producing more red blood cells and improves your tolerance to CO2, making your energy delivery more efficient. 5. HIIT / Sprints (Energy Shock) •The Shock: Pushing your heart rate to max capacity for 30 seconds. •The Benefit: It shocks the mitochondria (your energy power plants) into growing stronger and multiplying to handle the demand. 6. The Niacin Flush (Vascular Shock) •The Shock: Taking high-dose Vitamin B3 (Nicotinic Acid). •The Benefit: It causes an intense, visible "flush" (redness/heat) that forces your tiniest capillaries to dilate fully and dump stored toxins that other detoxes can't reach. 7. Rebounding (Gravitational Shock) •The Shock: Changing the G-force on your body (acceleration and deceleration). •The Benefit: It physically opens and closes the check valves in your lymphatic system, forcing lymph fluid to drain and detoxify without stressing your joints. 8. Cayenne Pepper (Chemical Shock) •The Shock: The Capsaicin acts as a mild irritant to the gut and tissues. •The Benefit: It revs up your metabolism to cool the body down and increases blood flow to the stomach lining, actually helping to heal ulcers rather than cause them. 9. Sulforaphane / Broccoli Sprouts (Toxic Shock) •The Shock: This compound is technically a mild "toxin" to the body. •The Benefit: It triggers the Nrf2 Pathway—the body's master antioxidant switch. You are shocking your system into building a "super-defense" shield that lasts for days. 10. Morning Sunlight (Circadian Shock) •The Shock: A blast of photons to the retina within 30 minutes of waking. •The Benefit: It triggers a Cortisol Spike (the good kind) that acts as a "Start" button for every organ in your body and sets your sleep timer for that night.
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Body of Health PODCAST 04 - 10 Shocking Habits to Reset Your Health-youtube
Apr 2600:51:51Tap to summarize10 Shocking Habits to Reset Your Health By Dennis J. Henson Here is a scripted Q&A session designed for our program. The Host (you) plays the role of the ‘Questioning Sceptic’ who loves comfort, setting the Guest (me) up to deliver the hard truths. Host: "We spend our whole lives seeking comfort—climate control, soft chairs, fast food. But what if the secret to living longer is actually making yourself uncomfortable... just for a few minutes every day?" Host: "Our returning guest today is Dennis Henson. Now Dennis, you sent over a list of topics that frankly looks… terrifying. You’re saying that 'Comfort is the enemy of health.' What do you mean by that?" Guest: "Exactly that. We spend our lives seeking relaxation, climate control, soft chairs, and fast food. But biologically, to be healthier and live longer, you have to shock your systems. It’s called ‘Hormesis’. Introducing short, sharp stressors, causes your body to over-compensate, becoming stronger and healthier." But let’s pause here for a moment. I need to interject a voice of reason. When we talk about 'shocking' your systems, we aren't playing games. These are real physical stressors. Host: Yes! If you have a heart condition, high blood pressure, or any underlying health issue, some of this could be too much for you to handle. We want you to be healthy, not in the hospital. So, before you try any of these techniques, please consult your physician. Now that that’s out of the way, let’s dive into today’s topic. Number one is something I avoid at all costs. You want us to take Cold Showers Or to bath in ice water.?!" Guest: "Yes! Specifically, for a ‘Thermal Shock’. This triggers 'Cold Shock Proteins' and a massive dopamine spike. It wakes your immune system and forces your vascular system to contract, essentially acting like a booster for your blood." Host: "Brrr. Alright, well number two is the opposite. You listed Sauna. Isn’t that mainly for relaxing?" Guest: "Well not just relaxing. It Creates a ‘Heat Shock’ Mimicking a fever, the body's natural way of killing invaders. This ‘Heat Shock’ acts like a 'cleanup crew,' by repairing damaged DNA and fixing impaired proteins." It also triggers a profound physical purge. The deep, profuse sweating literally flushes toxins and heavy metals out through your pores, detoxifying your body from the inside out. Host: "Okay, hot and cold. Got it. Now, number three is about food. You’re suggesting we stop eating?" Guest: Yes! But not all together, only for short windows of time. This is called ‘Metabolic Shock’. Intermittent Fasting convinces your body - food is scarce, triggering Autophagy, where your body devours its own damaged cells, leaving behind only the strong ones." Host: "That sounds intense. But this next one sounds a little weird... you think we should stop breathing?" Guest: Not all together! "It’s called ‘Oxygen Shock’ - Intermittent Hypoxia. You do this by... taking deep, rhythmic breaths to lower carbon dioxide, then exhaling fully and holding that 'empty' state until the urge to breathe becomes intense. The body responds to this temporary air starvation by producing more red blood cells and improving your tolerance to CO2, making energy delivery much more efficient." Host: "Okay - that makes sense. Number five is exercising, but you specify 'High Intensity.' Can’t we just jog?" Guest: "You could-- but you really need an ‘Energy Shock’. Sprints or ‘High-Intensity--Interval Training’ pushes your heart rate to its capacity. This shocks your mitochondria—your energy power plants— into growing stronger and multiplying to handle the demand. A slow jog doesn't do that."
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