The Opposite of Small Talk

The holiday season can be particularly hard to navigate for those who are grieving the loss of a loved one, but for many people there is comfort in believing that or receiving signs from their loved ones who they feel are very much still with them.

Following the loss of his daughter, today's guest, Bob Ginsberg, author and co-founder of the Forever Family Foundation, a federal 501C, alongside his late-wife Phran, began a journey into the science and evidence behind topics surrounding life after death and the certification and validation of the work of mediums.

Big Talk Question:

Have you ever had an experience that seemed like a message from someone who has passed away?

As a social species we as humans are wired to seek connection with one another throughout our lives be it through romantic relationships, friendships, or family bonds. What may not feel as natural to us is cultivating partnerships professionally or networking with others because of the perception of it feeling like a transactional relationship. Today's guest, Madeline Reeves, Founder & CEO of Fearless Foundry, sits down with Danielle and Kristy to discuss the topic of Meaningful Strategic Partnership and how to remove some of the negativity or icky feelings you may have when networking or building out professional associations; she shares some of the ways she has created deeper connections in her professional life as an entrepreneur; and offers tips on some of the simple ways you can do it too.

Today's guest wrote, as he puts it, "a memoir with a mission." David Ambroz, author of A Place Called Home: A Memoir, sits down with Danielle and Kristy to talk about his incredible story of trial, resilience, and deep purpose. David shares his powerful story growing up homeless in New York City and navigating the foster care system; discusses the collective responsibility of society to address the systemic failures that lead to child poverty and homelessness; urges listeners to take action; and shares ways individuals can engage locally and make a difference starting in their communities.

In this heartfelt and deeply personal conversation, Danielle and Kristy welcome Lisa Keefauver, author of, "Grief is a Sneaky Bitch" to explore the complexities of grief, sharing personal experiences, and insights on how to navigate loss. Lisa, a grief activist and author, discusses the importance of understanding grief as a multifaceted experience that impacts our identity, relationships, and overall well-being. The conversation also touches on the challenges of showing up for others in their grief and the necessity of open communication and understanding.

What if the most productive thing you could do right now… was rest? In today's episode, we talk to leadership coach Maegan Megginson about what it really means to be deeply rested; explore how rest is not a "one size fits all;" and discuss the nuances between vacations, retreats, and sabbaticals.