Wisdom Shared with Carole Blueweiss
Wisdom Shared with Carole Blueweiss

Wisdom Shared with Carole Blueweiss

Dr. Carole Blueweiss

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Meet the experts on the frontlines: individuals with first-hand experiences facing a range of challenges. Their personal stories not only provide unique insights but also open up new possibilities for how we navigate our own lives.

Recent Episodes

A Sister Shines a Light on Special Needs
JUL 6, 2025
A Sister Shines a Light on Special Needs

Episode Summary

In this heartfelt episode, I’m joined by Kylainah Zacharcuk, author of You Can Find Me in Her Shadow: My Sister Has Special Needs and This is My Story. Kylainah opens up about the unique and often complex experience of growing up as the sibling of someone with special needs. We talk about her book, which gives voice to the often-overlooked sibling perspective, and explore the emotional layers that come with love, responsibility, and identity. Kylainah also shares candidly about her own mental health journey. We hear how treatment modalities like Anat Baniel Method NeuroMovement® helped both Kylainah and her sister. Passionate, authentic, and deeply thoughtful, Kylainah brings honesty and heart to this powerful conversation.

About Kylainah

Kylainah Zacharcuk currently lives in Southwestern Ontario with her Golden Doodle, Lenny. You Can Find Me in Her Shadow: My Sister Has Special Needs and This is My Story is Kylainah's first novel. In the first week of the book's release, it was on the number-one bestseller list in multiple categories on Amazon Canada. It currently holds five stars and is a recommended must-read.  My book has also been picked up by Barnes & Noble, BAM! Books-A-Million, and Bookshop.org.

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  • Audio Engineering by Steve Heatherington of Good Podcasting Works
  • Co-Producer and Marketing Coordinator: Kayla Nelson
  • Production Assistant: Becki Leigh

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42 MIN
Kindness as Superpower: Miguel Gabriel's Journey From Speech Struggles to the Big Screen
MAY 11, 2025
Kindness as Superpower: Miguel Gabriel's Journey From Speech Struggles to the Big Screen

Episode Summary

In this episode, actor and voiceover artist Miguel Gabriel shares his journey from struggling with impaired speech to finding his voice, literally and creatively. Thoughtful and grounded beyond his years, Miguel opens up about overcoming bullying, staying true to himself, and how kindness—his self-described superpower—has shaped his path. His reflections on rejection, faith, and friendship offer wisdom that resonates at any age.

About Miguel

Miguel Gabriel, an American actor of Spanish-Filipino and Hungarian descent, has been captivating audiences since he began his career in theater at the tender age of five. After a series of successful appearances in popular shows like "How to Get Away with Murder" and lending his voice to animated films like "Puss in Boots: The Last Wish," Miguel has made an exciting leap into his first feature film, "Camera." In this pivotal role as Oscar, he stars alongside Hollywood royalty, Beau Bridges, marking a significant milestone in his acting journey.

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The Wisdom Shared Team

  • Audio Engineering by Steve Heatherington of Good Podcasting Works
  • Co-Producer and Marketing Coordinator: Kayla Nelson
  • Production Assistant: Becki Leigh

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33 MIN
Blessed With Support
MAR 30, 2025
Blessed With Support

Episode Summary

In this episode, Michele Uriarte-Beards shares her journey as the mother of actor and voiceover artist Miguel Gabriel. When Miguel showed early signs of speech and movement challenges, Michele navigated the uncertainties of finding the right support. Facing resistance—even from within her own family—she remained determined to help her son thrive. In addition to exploring various therapies, she found unexpected help in the theatre community, which not only provided Miguel with a creative outlet but also set him on a path to a professional acting career. Michele also reflects on Miguel’s experience with bullying—how those who once bullied him ultimately became his bodyguards. It’s a powerful parallel to his journey from struggling with speech to becoming a successful voiceover actor. 

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The Wisdom Shared Team

  • Audio Engineering by Steve Heatherington of Good Podcasting Works
  • Co-Producer and Marketing Coordinator: Kayla Nelson
  • Production Assistant: Becki Leigh

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54 MIN
A Heart-Stopping Moment: Faith, CPR, and Miracles (Replay)
FEB 16, 2025
A Heart-Stopping Moment: Faith, CPR, and Miracles (Replay)

Episode Summary

This is a replay of a recent episode because February is American Heart Month. Craig and Karey Packard share their inspiring story about facing an unexpected health crisis that forever changed their lives. They recount how the life-saving power of CPR played a critical role in a miraculous outcome. Their story is one of faith and resilience and a good reminder of the power of preparation in the event of the unexpected. 

About Craig & Karey Packard

Craig and Karey Packard live in Londonderry, NH.  They have been married for 36 years and have 4 children and 2 grandchildren.  

Craig did his undergraduate work at Tufts University, completed medical school at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, and later added a Masters in Public Health from Harvard. He served as a doctor in the US Air Force for 26 years before retiring from the military in 2011 after which he worked in the Occupational Medicine field for an additional 10 years before fully retiring. He was board-certified in Family Medicine, Aerospace Medicine, and Occupational Medicine.

Karey graduated from Clarion State College with a degree in accounting after which she received an Associates degree in paralegal studies at George Washington University. She had to leave the workforce when their oldest son was diagnosed with leukemia and with the frequent military moves, she never returned to the paid workforce.  Among her numerous volunteer roles, she has worked for the American Heart Association as an advocate for CPR training and heart health for the past decade.

From This Episode

Find and Follow Carole and Wisdom Shared:

The Wisdom Shared Team

  • Audio Engineering by Steve Heatherington of Good Podcasting Works
  • Co-Producer and Marketing Coordinator: Kayla Nelson
  • Production Assistant: Becki Leigh

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34 MIN
The Dye-lemma: Autism, Behavior, and Food (Replay)
JAN 27, 2025
The Dye-lemma: Autism, Behavior, and Food (Replay)
In light of the news that the FDA is banning Red No. 3 due to health concerns, we're replaying this popular episode from last season that discusses the impact of food dyes on behavior.
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29 MIN