Episode 449: Adam Nimoy son of "Spock" aka Leonard Nimoy

Adam nimoy

One would think that growing up with a famous Dad would be the ultimate gift! Walking around and everyone knowing your Dad and having the financial benefits that come with fame. Listen to Adam Nimoy, Leonard Nimoy’s son, aka Spock from the famous television show Star Trek. 

Adam had many gifts growing up that his father didn’t have but he had other stressors and heartaches. In today's podcast, Adam talks about his life as the son of Leonard Nimoy, not only an actor but an alcoholic as well. 

Father and son attended meetings and synagogue together and worked through the steps of alcoholics anonymous in very different ways. 

Listen to his experience, strength and hope on today’s podcast. 

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Episode 448: Being Tested

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Do you feel like you are being tested all over the place? 2+2 does not equal 4! 


I am proud to say that I was a stay-at-home mom — it brought me so much joy and heartache. I gave it 100% and I don’t want to feel ashamed or stigmatized for the fact that I decided for me it was more important to stay home. 


We all have to make our own individual decisions and make them with our spouse or partner. 


My belief that Harrison Butker was an amazing husband and father speaking to college graduates about the importance of the stay-at-home mom. He had a lot of backlash but let's face it, it had to be said! 


Life is hard enough and to think you are judged by whether or not you stay home with your children. I felt that it was a privilege for me to be able to be with my children when they were growing up. It was really hard at times and I didn’t have the money or resources like our neighbors but I did my best. It was my choice and I don’t think I need to feel badly for that choice. 


Right and wrong….. You aren’t crazy! It is just all of that Noise…


Here is the link for Kenny Chesney’s song and the lyrics:

https://open.spotify.com/track/0XN2BcoaKE4Z2hnq1ZeDY1?si=ab77bb3830954696

Wreckin' balls, downtown construction

Bottles breakin', jukebox buzzin'

Cardboard sign says "The Lord is Comin', Tick, Ticktock"

Rumors turn the mills back home

Parkin' lot kids with the speakers blown

We didn't turn it on but we can't turn it off, off, off


Sometimes I wonder how did we get here

Seems like all we ever hear is


Noise

Yeah we scream, yeah we shout 'til we don't have a voice

In the streets, in the crowds, it ain't nothin' but noise

Drownin' out all the dreams of this Tennessee boy

Just tryna be heard in all this noise


24 hour television gets so loud that no one listens

Sex and money and politicians talk, talk, talk

But there really ain't no conversation

Ain't nothin' left to the imagination

Trapped in our phones and we can't make it stop, stop this


Noise

Yeah we scream, yeah we shout 'til we don't have a voice

In the streets, in the crowds, it ain't nothin' but noise

Drownin' out all the dreams of this Tennessee boy

Just tryna be heard in all this noise

Every room, every house, every shade of noise

All the floors, all the walls, they all shake with noise

We can't sleep, we can't think, can't escape the noise

We can't take the noise, so we just make

Noise

Yeah we scream, yeah we shout 'til we don't have a voice

In the streets, in the crowds, it ain't nothin' but noise

Drownin' out all the dreams of this Tennessee boy

Just tryna be heard in all this noise


All this noise

Can't take the noise

Can't take the noise

Can't stand the noise

Can't take the noise

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Elizabeth aka Bizzy


Episode 447 Happy Memorial Day

Happy memorial day!

Do you know what today’s holiday is about? 

Memorial Day is about all of the troops that died while in the line of duty. It is important that we remember them and that they didn’t die in vain. They were and are important to all of us, without them would we have our freedoms? Or what is left of them….

I hope you will take some time today to think of our fallen soldiers and send a thank you! 

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Elizabeth aka Bizzy

Episode 446 Shocker

I am shocked!

Happy Wednesday! 

After hearing from so many listeners about how great they feel after putting down the drink I thought I would talk about it. 

They call it a “pink cloud” in 12 step meetings. What is it and how long does it last? 

Life is so nice when you are sober and not ashamed. 

Please hold your head high, you deserve it! 

Have a happy, happy 

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Episode 445 with Kurt Schmidt, founder of The Peer Network

It was great connecting with Kurt! Not only is he sober, but he is also from my hometown of St. Louis, MO.

Kurt Schmidt is a Certified Peer Support Specialist and Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) who merges personal resilience with professional expertise. With an MSW from Missouri State University and an MBA from Webster University, Kurt draws from 15 years of business, technology, and service experience to offer effective peer support for mental health and substance use disorders.

He helps build meaningful connections with individuals and families, empowering them to embrace their strengths for positive change. 

Kurt's journey from culinary school to mental health advocate showcases the transformative power of resilience. Battling addiction since his early twenties, Kurt's story is a testament to committing to recovery. His roles as a Peer Support Specialist and LMSW reflect both personal milestones and professional achievements.

The creation of The Peer Network signifies Kurt's commitment to equitable opportunities for peer support specialists. Supported by his wife Melinda and their daughters, Kurt's story inspires hope for recovery and renewal.

I hope you enjoy today's show. 

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The Peer Network: https://thepeernetwork.com/

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Episode 444: It’s Spring! Time for Change: You can Do it! You will Do it!!!

In today's episode, I talk about spring and all the changes that are around. Children are graduating, celebrations are happening, and you get to change! 

We think change is so hard! We use the word have too much! “I have to go to this party”, “ I have to go to graduation”, “I have to go to a meeting”! What if you changed the Have to GET! “ I get to go to this party”, “I get to go to graduation”, “I get to go to a meeting”, “I get to change”! 

Life is not a dress rehearsal — please don’t treat it like one. 

Enjoy! Life is soooo GOOD! 

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Episode 443 Tracy Viola: 28 Years Sober & Author of Pretty Wrecked

Author Tracy Viola

Today’s guest is Tracy Viola! She started to crash and burn at 19 years old. At 47, she’s proud to say she’s been sober for the past 27 years. Tracy wrote her book Pretty Wrecked, to share her experiences and help others escape addiction. 

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Get her book, Pretty Wrecked: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CWMGTNP9

Instagram and Facebook: @tracyviolaauthor

Website: www.tracyviolaauthor.com

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Episode 442 Dreams Do Come True…Don’t Ever Give Up!

Hey everyone, thanks for listening. 

In today's podcast I talk about Italy and the adventures I had.

The ability to look back gives one perspective and now that I am home, I realize that my whole life transformed after my trip. Medjorgia is where it all began! 

We have to get back to the basics. 

The book I am reading is: https://www.amazon.com/Heart-Will-Triumph-Mirjana-Soldo/dp/0997890606

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Episode 441: My Son is a Heroin Addict! Donna Marston, his Mom, shares her Story!

Today’s guest, Donna Martson, knows the pain of dealing with addiction first-hand. Her experience helping her son through his heroin addiction has led her to coach others in similar struggles. She shares her journey and the wisdom she learned along the way in today’s moving episode. 

Now, she uses her voice and expertise to guide other parents who face challenges with their children and offers tools for coping, understanding, and healing. She is credentialed as a coach and runs workshops as well as online support groups for those who need help along the way. 

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Facebook support group: https://www.facebook.com/Donna4Support

Website: https://sharingwithoutshame.com/

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Wishing you a happy, happy!

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Elizabeth aka Bizzy