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The Public Access Podcast
Hosted by Rusty Diamond, C.H. · EN
Get ready for Rusty Diamond, the podcast host who'll blow your mind. Since the mid-'90s, Rusty has done stand-up comedy, pro wrestling, hypnosis, public access TV, filmmaking, and countless other adventures. On The Public Access Podcast, he sits down with fascinating guests from every walk of life, sharing hilarious stories, wild experiences, and conversations that challenge the way you see the world. You'll laugh, think, and occasionally ask yourself, "How the hell did we get here?" This is the show you've been waiting for.
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661 - The Brutal Truth About Publishing with Yvonne Mason
4w ago00:52:41Tap to summarizeThe Public Access Podcast 661 - The Brutal Truth About Publishing with Yvonne MasonAward-winning author, publisher, podcast host and former licensed bounty hunter Yvonne Mason joins Rusty Diamond for a conversation about independent publishing, book scams, editing, audiobooks, artificial intelligence and what separates a finished author from somebody who keeps talking about writing.Yvonne runs Midnight Publishing and has helped build a catalog of more than 150 titles. She explains why she does not charge authors upfront, what happens behind the scenes of book formatting and cover design, how she selects audiobook voices and why she will not accept a manuscript written entirely by AI. They also talk about libraries, true crime, children’s books, author expectations and the uncomfortable truth that publishing a book does not guarantee fame, television appearances or millions of sales.Success begins when the book stops sitting on your computer and becomes something another human being can actually read.Follow Yvonne:Midnight Publishing:https://midnight-publishing.orgAll Things Books and Publishing:https://allthingsbooksandpublishing.riverside.comEmail:midnight_publishing@yahoo.comYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@yvonnemasonInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/yvonnemason1TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@yvonnemason266Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/55G2DX8I3Auys3vlbl7XPVFacebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/8060258607351514Follow Rusty:https://rustydiamond.nethttps://the-public-access-podcast.pages.dev/https://hypnosisisgreat.comhttps://worldclasscustoms.comPlease follow The Public Access Podcast, rate the show and share this episode with an author, writer or unfinished-manuscript collector.
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660 - The 9/11 Cancer Stories America Needs to Hear with Craig Sotkovsky
4w ago01:06:27Tap to summarizeThe Public Access Podcast 660 - The 9/11 Cancer Stories America Needs to Hear with Craig SotkovskyCraig Sotkovsky has lived through cancer, addiction, financial collapse, failed businesses, major surgeries, grief, divorce and enough hard pivots to break most people.But he is still here.In Episode 660 of The Public Access Podcast, Rusty Diamond sits down with author, speaker, 9/11 volunteer responder and lung cancer survivor Craig Sotkovsky for a raw conversation about survival, trauma, nervous system regulation, rebuilding your identity and learning to move when life destroys the original plan.Craig also shares his upcoming project documenting the stories of 9/11 responders, cancer patients and survivors across the United States ahead of the 25th anniversary of September 11.This is not a polished motivational speech. It is two people talking honestly about cancer, emotional attachment, psychedelic experiences, addiction, business failures, grief, travel, personal responsibility and the ability to pivot before life makes the decision for you.• Craig’s experience as a 9/11 volunteer responder• Surviving lung cancer and having part of his right lung removed• The mental and financial impact of cancer• Learning to regulate the nervous system• Trauma, memory and emotional attachment• Starting over after losing businesses and property• Studying epigenetics, NLP and human behavior• Psychedelics, meditation and altered states• Living as a digital nomad in Mexico• Craig’s 9/11 cancer-story documentary project• Why adaptability may matter more than having the perfect plan• Turning survival into serviceCraig is traveling across the United States to document the experiences of 9/11 responders, cancer patients and survivors.Donate or learn more:https://www.gofundme.com/f/documenting-september-11th-cancer-stories-around-the-usaWebsite:https://www.craigsotkovsky.comGoFundMe:https://www.gofundme.com/f/documenting-september-11th-cancer-stories-around-the-usaRusty Diamond:https://rustydiamond.netThe Public Access Podcast:https://the-public-access-podcast.pages.dev/Hypnosis Is Great:https://hypnosisisgreat.comWorld Class Customs:https://worldclasscustoms.comIf this conversation gave you something to think about, please like, comment, share and subscribe.Sharing this episode can help Craig’s project reach 9/11 responders, cancer survivors and families whose stories deserve to be heard.Tell us in the comments:What has life forced you to pivot away from, and what did you build afterward?This episode contains personal experiences and opinions involving cancer, trauma, psychedelics, mental health and wellness. It is provided for conversation and entertainment and is not medical or mental-health advice. Speak with a qualified professional before changing any treatment, medication or health plan.
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659 - Hollywood, Healing & Human Potential with Felicia Linsky
4w ago01:27:43Tap to summarizeThe Public Access Podcast 659 - Hollywood, Healing & Human Potential with Felicia LinskyAward-winning Hollywood makeup artist, transformational consultant, speaker, bestselling author, and six-time cancer survivor Felicia Linsky joins Rusty Diamond for a thoughtful conversation about transformation, resilience, confidence, creativity, leadership, and learning to trust yourself before life demands change.From stories behind Hollywood productions to navigating adversity and helping high achievers reconnect with themselves, this episode blends humor, wisdom, and genuine conversation.Guesthttps://felicialinsky.comMedia Kithttps://felicialinsky.com/mediaFree Workbookhttps://www.felicialinsky.com/whisper-freeHosthttps://rustydiamond.netPodcasthttps://the-public-access-podcast.pages.dev/Hypnosishttps://hypnosisisgreat.comWorld Class Customshttps://worldclasscustoms.comLeadershipPersonal DevelopmentHollywoodCancer SurvivorTransformationMindfulnessSelf ImprovementConfidencePodcastCreativity
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658 - Feral AF to Finding Safety with Ambā Jai
4w ago01:16:56Tap to summarizeThe Public Access Podcast 658 - Feral AF to Finding Safety with Ambā JaiRusty Diamond sits down with Ambā Jai for a powerful conversation about developmental trauma, embodiment, somatic healing, Tantra, addiction recovery, nervous system regulation, and what authentic healing actually looks like.Ambā shares how growing up without safety shaped her work and why true healing begins in the body rather than another self-help slogan. Her approach combines trauma-informed clinical practice with centuries-old embodied traditions. Connect with Ambā JaiPatreonhttps://www.patreon.com/inhabitembodimentWebsitehttps://www.RebelYogini.Love/InhabitInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/InhabitEmbodimentBook a Sessionhttps://www.everyexpert.com/inhabitConnect with Rusty Diamondhttps://rustydiamond.netListen to more episodes of The Public Access Podcast and discover conversations with extraordinary people from every walk of life.
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657 - The Woman Who Chased the Djinn with Sandra Niebuhr
4w ago01:03:07Tap to summarizeThe Public Access Podcast 657 - The Woman Who Chased the Djinn with Sandra NiebuhrSandra Niebuhr joins The Public Access Podcast for a fascinating conversation about writing, travel, education, archaeology, mythology, and living between Germany, the Netherlands, and Egypt.We discuss her novel The Djinn Never Sleep, Egyptian culture, publishing, literature festivals, entrepreneurship, language, psychology, and what it's like building a life that spans multiple cultures.Find Sandra:LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandra-niebuhr-1168a559Book:The Djinn Never SleepFind Rusty:https://rustydiamond.net
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656 - From Cunts to Cousin Fuckers with Gareth Macready
Jul 1601:30:15Tap to summarizeThe Public Access Podcast 656 - From Cunts to Cousin Fuckers with Gareth MacreadyAward winning author, actor, comedian, musician, and entertainer Gareth Macready joins Rusty Diamond for one of the funniest conversations on The Public Access Podcast.From Australia's stand up comedy scene to building a comedy theatre in Japan, winning awards for screenwriting, writing science fiction, and somehow ending up talking about cousin fuckers, this episode goes everywhere.If you like authentic conversations that mix comedy, storytelling, creativity, life lessons, and complete chaos, you're in the right place.Find Gareth:https://garethmacready.comFind Rusty:https://rustydiamond.net
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655 - Your Inner Child Is Controlling Your Reality with Ketty Lollia
Jul 1400:56:54Tap to summarizeThe Public Access Podcast 655 - Your Inner Child Is Controlling Your Reality with Ketty LolliaRusty Diamond sits down with Ketty Lollia for a conversation about consciousness, emotional healing, simulation theory, inner child work, NLP, and the beliefs that quietly shape our lives.Ketty opens up about transforming years of struggle into a practical framework for helping people become more aware, heal emotional wounds, and step out of survival mode. Together we explore why awareness changes everything and how questioning our own stories can completely change the way we experience life.GuestMethod4Lifehttps://youtube.com/@Methode4LifeSchoolhttps://facebook.com/groups/multidimensionalawarenessandconsciousnessHosthttps://rustydiamond.net
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654 - Most Everyone Is Using AI Wrong with Chantelle Botha
Jul 1300:51:36Tap to summarizeThe Public Access Podcast 654 - Most Everyone Is Using AI Wrong with Chantelle BothaWhat if the biggest thing holding you back isn't fear...It's shame.In Episode 654 of The Public Access Podcast, Rusty Diamond sits down with Chantelle Botha, speaker, coach, researcher, and founder of the Phoenix DeShame Project, for a conversation that starts with artificial intelligence and quickly dives into identity, authenticity, human behavior, integrity, and why so many people spend years living lives they never actually chose.After rebuilding her life as a single mother, Chantelle dedicated years to understanding shame, desire, and what it really means to live authentically. This conversation explores how AI is changing creativity, why authenticity still wins, and how hidden beliefs shape nearly every decision we make.Topics include:• AI and the future of creativity• Authenticity vs. AI-generated content• Shame and human behavior• Living with integrity• Personal transformation• Identity and self-worth• Coaching and behavioral change• Entrepreneurship• Permission to live authenticallyConnect with Chantelle Botha🌐 https://chantellebotha.org🌐 https://phoenixconfidence.comYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@phoenixconfidence.chantelleTikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@phoenix_chantelleFacebook:https://facebook.com/ChantelleNBothaLinkedIn:https://linkedin.com/in/chantellebotha-confidenceLinktree:https://linktr.ee/iamchantelleConnect with Rusty Diamond🌐 https://rustydiamond.net🎙 The Public Access Podcast📚 Author of Hypnosis Is Great: Hypnosis For The Rest Of UsIf you enjoy conversations that challenge assumptions and explore psychology, creativity, healing, and the strange corners of being human...Like • Subscribe • Share • Leave a Comment
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653 - Hypnosis, Neurocommunication & Mind Control Myths with Jason Gobeli
Jul 900:50:48Tap to summarizeThe Public Access Podcast 653 - Hypnosis, Neurocommunication & Mind Control Myths with Jason GobeliJason Gobeli joins Rusty Diamond for Episode 653 of The Public Access Podcast.Jason has spent decades studying hypnosis, neurocommunication, business, real estate, and personal transformation. During this conversation we dive into:• How Jason first discovered hypnosis• What hypnosis actually is (and isn't)• Neurocommunication explained• Building multiple businesses• Real estate and entrepreneurship• Family, purpose, and discipline• Common myths about hypnosis• Changing beliefs and behavior• Creating lasting changeNo gimmicks.No scripts.Just real conversation.🎙 Guest:Jason Gobeli🌐 Website:https://jasongobeli.com🎧 Listen EverywhereFollow Rusty DiamondWebsite:https://rustydiamond.net
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652 - Ricky Overton Was Built to Tackle People... Then Life Tackled Him
Jul 801:03:03Tap to summarizeThe Public Access Podcast 652 - Ricky Overton Was Built to Tackle People... Then Life Tackled HimBefore we jump into today's episode...If you're enjoying these conversations, please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, COMMENT, and SHARE. It helps more than you know and helps us keep bringing you real people with incredible stories.What happens when one of Australia's toughest rugby players starts talking about life instead of tackles?Episode 652 features Ricky Overton: former rugby player, coach, mentor, entrepreneur, and founder of the Centered Man Project.This conversation starts with rugby but quickly becomes something much bigger.We talk about:🏉 Rugby and what it teaches about life💥 Floods that changed everything👨 Fatherhood and raising strong kids🧠 Personal growth💪 Masculinity in today's world🤝 Community🔥 Building better men…and plenty of unexpected rabbit holes along the way.That's what this podcast is all about.No scripts.No fake guru nonsense.Just real conversations with interesting people.Connect with Ricky OvertonOvercorpCentered Man ProjectFacebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/1228577417972199/"The Mouse, The Man & The Monster"Connect with Rusty Diamond🌐 https://RustyDiamond.netEverything I'm working on is there:• The Public Access Podcast• Books• Hypnosis• Comedy• Podcast appearances• And whatever weird project I'm obsessed with this week.If you'd like to be a guest, or have me on your podcast, reach out.Great conversations change people.#ThePublicAccessPodcast #RustyDiamond #RickyOverton #Rugby #AustralianRugby #Podcast #Leadership #MensMentalHealth #Fatherhood #PersonalGrowth #Mindset #SelfImprovement #Resilience #longformpodcast
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