WomanTalk Live Podcasts

06/27/09
You’d Be So Pretty If...
Four out of five women are dissatisfied with their appearance and that body dissatisfaction spills over to their daughters. Every mom wants her daughter to feel confident in her own skin, but may often unconsciously impose her own "body image blueprint". Dara Chadwick was Shape magazine's 2007 Weight-Loss Diary columnist. During that year, she transformed her relationship with her body, but what she didn't realize was how the experience would affect the body image of her 12-year-old daughter. Her book grew out of this experience. Tune in and find out how we can learn to see ourselves with fresh eyes and a new perspective, and in turn, give our daughters an incredible gift.
Guest: Dara Chadwick, author of You'd Be So Pretty If...Teaching Our Daughter's to Love Their Bodies - Even When We Don't Love Our Own

06/20/09
Meet Our 2009 Girl Gone Great!
This is the second year for our WTL Girl Gone Great contest. We searched through many wonderful essays and were thrilled to see that there are lots of young women doing great things. We chose Chen Sheng to be our Girl Gone Great for 2009. Chen just finished her junior year at Franklin High School in Reisterstown, MD and has a full summer ahead of her interning at Johns Hopkins. Tune in and hear what this young woman has done and continues to do to make the world a better place. It’ll make you feel real good.
Guest:Chen Sheng, WomanTalk Live’s 2009 Girl Gone Great

06/06/09
Running for Good
Carrie Sauter, Co-chair of the Baltimore Women’s Classic 5K, the second oldest women’s road race in the country, and Kiona Leah of Healthy by Kiona and the WTL Women’s Fitness Expert, join us to talk about the upcoming race on June 28th and some great tips to prep for the race. We think getting ready for a 5K is a fantastic way to jumpstart a fitness program, so be sure to tune in for the tips and of course, join us for this race or participate in one in your area. Remember, it’s for a great cause, too!
Guests: Kiona Leah, Healthy by Kiona, Carrie Sauter, Co-chair, Baltimore Women’s Classic 5K

05/09/09
When Everything Changes, Change Everything
Bestselling author, Neale Donald Walsch, is a modern day spiritual messenger whose word continues to touch the world in profound ways. His newest book, When Everything Changes, Change Everything: In a Time of Turmoil, a Pathway to Peace, explores ways of coping with the many changes that are now occurring in the lives of people everywhere – big changes that are affecting every area of life. If your life has been touched by change...then, you will definitely want to listen to what Neale has to say.
Guest: Neale Donald Walsch, author of When Everything Changes, Change Everything

05/02/09
The Art of the Apology
We've all been there. You said or did something you shouldn't have, and now you've got a big problem on your hands. You're sorry, and you know you need to make an apology. So much is riding on getting this right: your relationship with a colleague, a client, a customer, or that special person ... maybe even your job or career. Blow this apology, and you'll live to regret it!

Apologizing is a Life Skill.  Knowing how to apologize effectively is a skill you need to master in life. Everyone makes mistakes, but not everyone knows how to say they're sorry. Tune in as our guest, Lauren Bloom, guides us through the process.
Guest: Lauren Bloom, author, The Art of the Apology: How to Apologize Effectively to Practically Anyone

04/25/09
The Power of Premonitions
Some arrive as dramatic, vibrantly detailed dreams. Others sneak in as vague, gnawing gut feelings. They range from revealing the trivial, like where to find missing keys, to foreshadowing disaster, destruction, and death. Regardless of their form or focus, premonitions are universal, and thanks to Dr. Larry Dossey, scientifically verifiable. "Premonitions are not something we can avoid," says bestselling author and pioneer in integrative medicine, Larry Dossey, M.D. “They are our birthright." If you've ever had an unshakable hunch or unforgettable dream about the future...then, you'll definitely want to tune in for our discussion.
Guest: Larry Dossey, M.D., author, The Power of Premonitions: How Knowing the Future Can Shape Our Lives

04/18/09
Climb Take Action
It all began with a trip to the hair salon. Thumbing through a magazine looking for new "doo" ideas, Georgina Miranda read an article that, literally, changed her life. What started out as that "doo" search turned into a campaign to raise support and awareness for women and children in war-torn Uganda and the Congo. Tune in to hear about Georgina's fascinating campaign to climb the tallest peaks on each continent to raise funds, and find out how you can participate and let your philanthropical adventuresome self lose.
Guest: Georgina Miranda, Founder, Climb Take Action

04/11/09
Rebuilding Women’s Lives
Joann Levy has been making a difference in the lives of people and in the Baltimore community for quite a while. She was born with that gene that drives her to help others. For the past 4 1/2 years, Joann has served as the Executive Director of The Women's Housing Coalition, a twenty-nine year old non-profit organization providing permanent, affordable housing with supportive services to formerly homeless women with disabilities and families. The mission of the WHC is to help women rebuild their lives...one step at time. Regardless of whether the women are taking their first step toward self-sufficiency or making their final stride toward total independence... the staff, the services and programs offered by The Women's Housing Coalition, under Joann's guidance, are there to support them every step of the way. Tune in to find out more about this wonderful program that helps women when they most need it.
Guest: Joann Levy, Executive Director, The Women’s Housing Coalition

04/04/09
Freedom from Food
How long have you been wrestling with your weight? How many diets have you tried? How many times have you condemned yourself for being a failure because you think you’re overweight? Are you ready to let go of beliefs and judgments, to enjoy eating and still release the weight? Tune in to listen to Patricia Bisch discuss her Freedom from Food program. Built on a solid foundation of quantum physics, she talks about how her practical applications can guide you to making your consciousness powerful enough to transform your body.
Guest: Patricia Bisch, author Freedom from Food: A Quantum Weight Loss Approach

03/28/09
Richard from Texas - A Wise Cowboy Shares His Wisdom
Richard from Texas became a phenomenon from Elizabeth "Groceries" Gilbert's bestseller Eat, Pray, Love. He is now quoted on internet blogs, on Twitter, and praised by book reviewers as "a remarkable character that with his colloquial one-liners dispels poignant, irreverent, humorous advice". And, he's appeared on Oprah...not once, but twice! We loved Richard from the minute Liz Gilbert met him at the ashram in India. But, we wanted to find out more about his personal journey, how he found his way through his Dark Night of the Soul and what he's learned along the way. So, listen in as Richard shares his life and his wisdom as only he can do.
Guest: Richard Vogt, aka Richard from Texas

03/21/09
Women in History – Why We Must Know
Although women comprise slightly more than half the population of Maryland, their extraordinary accomplishments have largely been invisible. Up until now, our state’s history has been incomplete. However, all of that is changing. Jill Moss Greenberg, the Executive Director of the Maryland Women’s Heritage Center joined us to talk about why we must honor our famous women, as well as the unsung heroes, and how the first state project of its kind in the nation will provide a place to learn about the many accomplishments and contributions of Maryland’s diverse women. We are so lucky to have Jill in Maryland carrying this torch.
Guest: Jill Moss Greenberg, Executive Director, The Maryland Women’s Heritage Center

03/14/09
The Grieving Garden
Losing a child is something that most of us cannot even imagine. And then, dealing with the loss and heartache to follow seems even more impossible to fathom. In their book, The Grieving Garden: Living with the Death of A Child, co-authors Suzanne Redfern and Susan K. Gilbert offer a way for grieving parents to connect with others like themselves. They make it clear that their book does not provide instant relief from such a loss. However, they and the twenty other parents who share their stories and insight, offer comfort.
Guest: Suzanne Redfern and Susan K. Gilbert, co-authors, The Grieving Garden

03/07/09
Small Pleasures
In her newest book, Small Pleasures: Finding Grace in a Chaotic World, author, radio host and workshop facilitator, Justine Toms, has created a day spa for the soul. A series of essays drawn from Justine’s own experiences and connections invite you to reconnect with your daily life and uncover the joys that are hidden in the midst of what can often be your “frenetic” life. Tune in to gain insights from a wise woman and a life well lived.
Guest: Justine Toms, author, Small Pleasures

02/28/09
Emotional Freedom
Caroline Myss says that Dr. Judith Orloff’s new book is “the perfect book to come along at the perfect time.” And, we certainly agree. It explains so much and gives you the opportunity to take a hard look at the negative emotions that are running your life. Dr. Orloff explains how to identify depression, anger, worry and fear. And, then with various exercises, tool and techniques, she helps you understand how to transform those emotions into hope, compassion and courage. Her belief? That only by confronting negative emotions and transforming them into positive ones can you truly be free. Tune in and find out how to claim your emotional freedom.
Guest: Judith Orloff, M.D., author, Emotional Freedom: Liberate Yourself from Negative Emotions and Transform Your Life

02/21/09
Enough Already! Cleaning Up the Mental Clutter
Join Ginny and Ann as they discuss Peter Walsh’s brand new book about decluttering. And, instead of focusing on cleaning out closets and drawers, Peter is focusing on the “mental” clutter you carry around and how it affects six key areas of your life – relationships, work, family, finances, health, and spiritual well-being. Peter joins us part-way through our discussion with honest, practical advice. If your head clutter is causing you to struggle with the state of things in your life right now, if disorder and disorganization cause you to be stressed out or fed up, or overwhelmed – ENOUGH ALREADY! Tune in for the key to unlocking a stress-free life of balance, focus, energy and fulfillment.
Guest: Peter Walsh, author Enough Already! Clearing Mental Clutter to Become the Best You

02/14/09
The 7 Secrets of Emotional and Erotic Intimacy
A small percentage of those who remain married for the long haul say they are “very happy” in their relationship. Our WTL Relationship Experts, Lori & Bob Hollander, feel a big reason for that is that most couples let the “business” of living come first and let the importance of an emotional and erotic connection fade into the background. However, there is good news. If you and your partner have the awareness, desire and skills to create a full and intimate connection...well, you can do it. Tune in to find out how to turn it back on and how to get the Hollander’s special report on this very topic.
Guest: Lori & Bob Hollander, Relationships Work

02/07/09
Body Composition: The Real Secret to Having a Healthy Body
Dr. Ariane Cometa, our WTL Women’s Health Expert, joined us to talk about where our real focus should be if we are attempting to get in better shape, tone up and drop those unwanted fat pounds. She knows there are many facets to an effective weight-loss program, and changing body composition – not just dropping some pounds - is what’s important. Gaining lean body mass equals losing inches, looking better, and getting healthier. Tune in to find out the smart way to get it done.
Guest: Ariane Cometa, M.D., Dr. Cometa’s Wellness Center

01/31/09
Teaching Kids to Care
How on earth do you raise a happy, healthy, caring kid in today’s world? It seems we can’t turn on the news without hearing about children who have never been taught to handle their aggression and who are making really poor decisions when they are angry. Bettie B. Youngs, a former Teacher-of-the-Year, a university professor, and a Pulitzer Prize nominated author of 32 books, spoke with us about the importance of teaching kids to care and instilling character and compassion in them. If you are a parent, family member, friend, teacher or just someone who cares about children, listen in as Bettie gives practical ways to help children find their highest moral selves by engaging in the repeated practice of caring for others and caring about others.
Guest: Bettie B. Youngs, Ph.D., Ed.D., co-author of Teaching Kids to Care: Nurturing Character and Compassion

01/24/09
Will I Ever Be Good Enough?
When we mentioned we were doing a program on the daughters of narcissistic mothers, we often got the same reaction.... “Ohhhhh” and a sense of recognition. The bond between a mother and daughter is unique, complicated, often mysterious and, for most, ultimately life-affirming. However, daughters of narcissistic mothers learn at a very young age that their mother’s love is not unconditional love. The fallout from this painful legacy reverberates throughout every aspect of the daughters' lives as they struggle with chronic feelings of inadequacy and emptiness and feel the need to please others. Listen in to hear our guest, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, who specializes in treating clients with dysfunctional family-of-origin issues.
Guest: Karyl McBride, Ph.D., author of Will I Ever Be Good Enough?

01/17/09
Book Divas: Loving to Read
Remembering how much we loved to read when we were younger, we were thrilled to find out about BookDivas.com, a free online book club and literary community with over 6,000 members from all over the world. The majority of members are female, ages 14-24 and interested in all sorts of books and many are aspiring writers. Tune in as we discuss how this incredible network got started, what's popular reading today, and how the internet is actually encouraging teens to read more.
Guests: Leah Messina, CEO and Melyssa Malinowski, Book Review Manager, BookDivas.com

01/10/09
Being an Active Advocate and Caregiver - What You Must Know
Suddenly, you're faced with health care issues with your parents, your partner, your children or yourself. Are you ready for the challenge to ensure you or your loved ones get the best possible care? Having a loved one in a hospital can be an overwhelming and draining experience. Our guest, Jari Holland Buck, shared some life-saving advice on how to develop a partnership with caregivers, prevent medical mistakes and avoid caregiver burnout. This is information you will want to know before you need it.
Guests: Jari Holland Buck, author, Hospital Stay Handbook: A Guide to Becoming a Patient Advocate for Your Loved Ones

01/03/09
Looking Good and Feeling Great
The perfect way to start out the New Year? Getting inspired and motivated by our WTL Fitness Expert, Kiona Leah. Whether or not you are an avid exerciser or you feel like a "slug", Kiona has tips for you to get you and your fitness program jumpstarted this year. And, best of all, her approach isn't about looking like a Barbie doll. It's about feeling great and healthy at any size. Be sure to listen in to find out how certain movements can help control blood sugar levels.
Guests: Kiona Leah, Healthy by Kiona

12/27/08
Beyond Bars
Through partnerships with the National Institute of Justice and the Maryland Department of Corrections, the Girl Scouts of Central Maryland are able to provide support and encouragement to a segment of the population that is often overlooked – the daughters of incarcerated women. The highly recognized Beyond Bars program was established in Maryland and has been running for 16 years, allowing girls to have their twice monthly troop meetings with their incarcerated moms. Listen to what our studio guests – Danita Terry, Director of Communications and Media Relations for GSCM; Leesa Radja, the leader for Beyond Bars Troop 7140; and, Cheyawntay, a 16-year-old Girl Scout who has participated in the program for over two years, have to say about the program and the impact it has on both daughters and moms.
Guests: Danita Terry, Leesa Radja and Cheyawntay
The Girl Scouts of Central Maryland Beyond Bars Program

12/20/08
I Am Happier to Know You
In October 2000, Jeanne M. Eck visited Egypt as a tourist. As soon as her feet touched its ancient soil, she knew she had come home. Four months later, she packed up her life and moved to Cairo - not knowing the language or the rules a single midlife woman would be expected to live by in a predominately Muslim country. Tune in to hear Jeanne share her experience which turned into an award-winning book.
Guest: Jeanne M. Eck, I Am Happier to Know You

12/13/08
Women of Power: What it Takes
In their latest book, Pat and Ruth Williams have painted a dynamic picture of what it takes to be a woman of power through the lives of twenty-one very powerful women, like Barbara Jordan, Lucille Ball, Katherine Graham and Lorena Ochoa. Some of the women were disadvantaged from the start. Others were talented and privileged. What made them powerful? They were passionate about their purposes and they just wouldn't give up. Listen in to find out why Pat (the Senior VP of the NBA's Orlando Magic) and Ruth (a corporate trainer for FranklinCovey) chose to write this particular book and what they discovered in the process.
Guest: Pat and Ruth Williams, How to Be Like Women of Power

12/06/08
Powerful Questions for Powerful Women: Effective Women Listen and Lead
Anne Loehr, a Certified Executive Coach and the co-author of A Manager's Guide to Coaching: Simple and Effective Ways to Get the Best out of Your Employees, has spent years showing some of the country's top companies how to develop their most promising employees. And, those very same skills can be used everyday to help you have deeper conversations and relationships with family, friends and business associates. Anne discussed how effective women listen and lead. If you missed the show, you'll want to tune in to hear clear, practical advice that can change the way you communicate and interact.
Guest: Anne Loehr, Certified Executive Coach & Co-Author of A Manager's Guide to Coaching: Simple and Effective Ways to Get the Best out of Your Employees

11/29/08
Four Passages to Transformation
Joyce Mills, award-winning author, international keynote speaker and psychotherapist, designed a beautiful kit with action cards to help you learn how to embrace change rather than fight it. Using the metaphor of the butterfly's metamorphosis, Joyce teaches that you can discover exactly where you are in the process of change, how to overcome obstacles placed in your path, ultimately discovering how to live a balanced and joyful life. She believes that "each individual's unfolding is no less miraculous and natural than the transformation of a caterpillar into a butterfly" - for in everyone, it requires that you simply tune into your current stage of life to discover the yearning in your soul.
Guest: Dr. Joyce Mills, Butterfly Wisdom: Four Passages to Transformation

11/22/08
The Next Fifty Years
According to our guest, Pam Blair, there's never been a better time to be a woman over the age of fifty. In fact, midlife women have never before had so much productive time ahead of them. So, what do we do with our next fifty years? Pam says it's time to make peace with yourself, embrace aspects of yourself that have been unexplored, and dive passionately into what you love. It's time to redefine what "aging" means. Tune in to get a refreshing new lease on life.
Guest: Pam Blair, Ph.D., author, The Next Fifty Years: A Guide for Women at Midlife and Beyond

11/15/08
Pearls of Prevention
The very best way to avoid breast cancer is to prevent it. Our WTL Women's Health Expert, Dr. Ariane Cometa, outlined her prevention regimen - what she calls Pearls of Prevention. The three critical cornerstones of a proactive breast cancer prevention program are nutrition, supplementation and screening. Confused about your diet and what actually helps our body detoxify and cleanse? Totally overwhelmed about which supplements to take, if any? And, are you having the most thorough types of screening performed on a regular basis? To get well informed on the "pearls", be sure to tune in for this.
Guest: Ariane Cometa, M.D., Dr. Cometa's Wellness Center

11/08/08
Love and Money
The #1 area of conflict for couples centers around MONEY! Why? Because the subject of money is full of all sorts of beliefs and feelings that each person brings to the relationship. And, since the subject of money is usually taboo for most people, knowing how to discuss it in a harmonious way can be challenging. Tune in and hear what our WTL Relationship Experts, Lori and Bob Hollander, say about the topic as they give us pointers on how to become financial partners, not warriors.
Guest: Lori and Bob Hollander, Relationships Work

11/01/08
Beauty's More Than Skin Deep
If we listen to commercials and if we pay attention to society's ideals of beauty on magazine covers and advertising pages, it's not difficult to recognize the value we put on how we look. Lucky for us, our WTL Beauty Expert and Master Makeup Artist, Linda Seidel, gets it. She knows that beauty is all about the way a woman feels about herself - not what she puts on her face. There's not enough makeup in the world to cover up not feeling good in your own skin. Tune in to hear Linda's empowering ideas, how she educates women, and how transformation can take place for you.
Guest: Linda Seidel, Master Makeup Artist

10/25/08
Women Changing the World
Tune in to find out from Paula Constantino, Founder/CEO of the non-profit organization, 1000 Women Can Change the World, what the big plans are to inspire, enlighten and empower women worldwide by providing them with practical life and business skills through partnership, mentoring, and easy to access information. Interested in being a visionary? Find out how you can.
Guest: Paula Constantino, 1000 Women Can Change the World

10/18/08
Life Stories
Harriet Lynn and Lula Sessoms joined us to talk about the oral history theatre performance of East Side West Side Life Stories they have lovingly performed for the past year all around the Baltimore area. Lula Sessoms is one of the cast members who shares her memories to help history come alive for the audience. Her story, as well as the other seniors who participate in the performance, provide a window into Baltimore's rich and diverse heritage. What was it truly like growing up in Baltimore City, rural Maryland and even the Deep South over 60, 70 and even 80 years ago? Listen in to find out!
Guest: Harriet Lynn and Lula Sessoms, East Side West Side Life Stories

10/11/08
Beyond the Tears; A Survivor's Story
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and our guest is a tireless advocate for survivors of domestic violence and child abuse. Lynn defined "domestic violence" for us and talked about some of the signs that women should notice and what friends or family should look for if they suspect someone is being abused. Another big signal is noticing common traits and characteristics of abusers and how these traits can often escalate over time. And, there are several types of abuse. Sometimes women fool themselves by thinking abuse means "physical". Finally, Lynn educated us on what women can do to get help and how they can protect themselves.
Guest: Lynn Tolson, author, Beyond the Tears: A True Survivor's Story

9/27/08
The Belly of a Woman
On this evening, we were blessed with four incredible women who have opened their hearts to help teach, heal, nurture and celebrate all women. Margaret Locklear-Peck, poet, writer, performance artist and creator of The Belly of a Woman - From the Motherland to Uncle Sam, joined us to talk about her work and her upcoming benefit performance for The Spiral Dance Womyn's Center. Also, Nicole McQueen, producer and director of the film short, Stop the Madness, which will be shown at the benefit, joined us. And, Laurie Kendall and Bobbie DeVoll, the founders of Spiral Dance, shared their dream and vision come to life for the center, which provides space and resources for women to empower themselves personally through adult education, cultural arts, health and wellness, spirituality and community building. Listen in for some inspiration.
Guests: Margaret Locklear-Peck, Nicole McQueen, Laurie Kendall and Bobbie DeVoll - The Spiral Dance Womyn's Center

9/20/08
Romance or Roommates
According to an article in the Wall Street Journal, it seems more and more couples find that marriage leaves them alone...together. Our WomanTalk Live Relationship Experts joined us to talk about this growing separateness in couple's lives - what causes it, what it can lead to, and what can be done to keep it from driving the couple further apart. If you feel as if your relationship is going in different directions too much of the time and you'd like to do something about it, listen in.
Guests: Lori and Bob Hollander, Relationships Work

9/10/08
The Entrepreneurial Edge for Women
In the U.S. today, what group of people are the driving force behind newly established businesses? If you guessed "women", you're correct! In fact, in 2007, 6.7 million women owned businesses in the U.S. and those businesses created an estimated 7.2 million jobs. Stacie Price and Yvette Racks, co-chairs of the 2008 W.O.M.E.N's Conference at Morgan State University discuss the upcoming conference on September 27th. Find out why the information that will be presented and this type of women's gathering is so critical in encouraging women to create and grow their businesses and live their dreams.
Guest: Stacie Price and Yvette Racks, co-chairs of the 2008 W.O.M.E.N's Conference

9/03/08
The High Stakes for Women Voters: The Importance of Being Informed
Do you make your voting decisions based on sound bites you hear during the campaign season? Martha Burk, a nationally recognized authority on women's issues and Money Editor for Ms. magazine encourages all women to wake up and pay attention. She believes that this upcoming election may very well be "the most important election in our lifetime." You still have time to do your homework before the November election. Martha informs you about the questions you should be asking of all candidates, because rubber-stamping a candidate without doing your homework can prove disastrous. Knowledge is power.
Guest: Martha Burk, author of Your Money and Your Life: The High Stakes for Women Voters in '08 and Beyond

8/27/08
The New Retirement: A Holistic Approach
Jan Cullinane encouraged us to think outside of the box when it comes to "retirement" planning. The landmark age of 65 used to signal an end to the working world and the beginning of life characterized by dull predictability. NOT ANYMORE!!! The Baby Boomers have changed everything since we decided that 60 is the new 40! Since the average American spends more than 90,000 hours working toward retirement and fewer than 10 hours actually planning for it...Jan has a wakeup call for everyone and reminds us that a whole new chapter of life is before us.
Guest: Jan Cullinane, co-author of The New Retirement: The Ultimate Guide to the Rest of Your Life

8/20/08
What's On Their Mind? : From Someone Who Has Their Ear
Karen Bokram has her finger on the pulse of young women ages 10-16 all over the U.S. and in 60 foreign countries. How? She is the Founding Editor and Publisher of Girl’s Life magazine, the #1 personal service magazine for girls that reaches over 2.16 million girls each issue. In addition, GL’s companion website reaches 400,000 unique visitors every month and was named one of the best sites on the web by U.S. News and World Report. Listen in as Karen talks about what she feels are the big issues facing girls and teens, and her ideas on how we can better support, listen to and celebrate young women.
Guest: Karen Bokram, Girls Life Magazine

8/13/08
Branding Your Business: Why It Needs to be at the Top of Your List
If you have your own business or are thinking about starting a business, then you need to be serious about branding your business. And, branding is not just about what you offer, to whom you offer it and what the benefits are. Branding is about incorporating your purpose, your vision and the soul of your business in your marketing message. It helps your customer remember who you are and what you stand for. Listen to the Branding Wizards, two women we couldn’t do without, as they share their knowledge and some great tips.
Guests: Susan Olson, Unlocked Box and Michelle Jakubiak, Boschel Creative

8/06/08
The Family in the Car: A Revelation
Brenda Farrar-Ejemai wrote The Family in the Car: A Revelation to reveal a traumatic event that took place over 17 years ago...her family becoming homeless. Imagine, a family of 5 living in a 1983 hatchback on the streets of New York. Tune in to hear how this event has helped Brenda to realize her true purpose. Learn what it’s like to go from sheltered and privileged to being part of the system. She shares their tribulations and ultimate triumphs out of the depths of despair. You may never look at the homeless the same way.
Guest: Brenda Farrar-Ejemai, author, The Family in the Car: A Revelation

7/30/08
Perspectives on Healing Pain and Illness
What really causes pain and illness, and what can be done about them? Do you think that suffering from either is just a fact of life? Tune in to find out what our guest, Intuitive Health Consultant, Channel and best-selling author, Dave Markowitz has to say about healing from the mind/body connection. Dave will encourage you to take responsibility for your own healing. What does it take? A new paradigm based on an internal shift in perspective.
Guest: Dave Markowtiz

07/23/08
Rejuvenation: Embrace the Change and Rock Your World!
Mary Beth Janssen is spreading the word. She believes that we can rock our world by accepting and embracing menopause. She says it is not the end of womanhood, but a profound life passage that can open up a whole new time for us. No telling what is inside of you just waiting to be birthed! No need to crawl in bed to hide. Mary Beth shares some rejuvenating practices from her newest book that will leave you "feeling soothed and smoothed, energized and glowing, and balanced - inside and out".
Guest: Mary Beth Janssen, author of Rejuvenation: Spa Secrets for Menopause

07/16/08
Working on Your Core
How many of you are really happy with your mid-section? Sometimes, no matter what you do, that extra "stuff" just won't go away. Our WomanTalk Live Fitness Expert, Kiona Leah of Healthy by Kiona, talks about core training - what it is, what it does and why we have to do it. She even shared some exercises that you can do while sitting in your chair. So, no excuses now! Kiona believes that every little bit counts and even if it's just a couple of minutes a day, you can really start to see results and feel the difference with the right type of movement.
Guest: Kiona Leah, Healthy by Kiona

07/09/08
A Proven Prescription (for Health and Happiness)
Dr. Fred Luskin, one of the world’s leading researchers and teachers of forgiveness, is among other things, the Director of the Stanford Forgiveness Projects and author of Forgive for Good and his newest book, Forgive for Love. His message is clear: Holding a grudge is hazardous to your health and your relationships. Tune in to listen to Dr. Luskin explain what forgiveness is and what it is not, and how our grievances form and grow. There are even steps and practices in learning how to forgive. Find out why Dr. Luskin believes that forgiving becomes a courageous choice that we make, and that choice can help us find peace and help us live life fully.
Guest: Dr. Fred Luskin

07/02/08
Practicing Purpose in Your Life - The Art of Being
“Who am I and where am I going?” is a call that each of us hears deep within, and according to Dr. Dennis Merritt Jones, the answer to that question leads to a path of spiritual awakening. In his new and inspiring book, The Art of Being: 101 Ways to Practice Purpose in Your Life, Dr. Jones offers step-by-step guidance designed to help each of us awaken to our spiritual nature. He maintains that spiritual experiences can happen anywhere and everywhere in our day-to-day life, and are not simply reserved for churches and other sanctuaries. Tune in for an enlightening discussion.
Guest: Dr. Dennis Merritt Jones

06/25/08
Eating Green In Support of a Healthy Lifestyle
Don Robertson is the Founding Director of EarthSave Baltimore, whose mission is to "promote food choices that are healthy for people and for the planet." In our discussion, he talks about some of the most compelling evidence and most common misperceptions about the vegetarian and vegan lifestyles. He addresses the questions and challenges that arise with regard to plant-based eating and suggests ways that people can make the shift toward healthier, earth-friendly food choices. Does your diet need a tune up? You'll want to listen in and get some tips from Don.
Guest: Don Robertson, EarthSave Baltimore

06/18/08
Does This Clutter Make My Butt Look Fat?
You've seen him on Oprah cleaning out people's homes and freeing them from years of accumulated clutter. In his work helping people de-clutter their homes, Peter Walsh came across a surprising trend - for a lot of people, getting rid of clutter and getting their lives organized resulted in losing weight and gaining the ability to maintain a healthy lifestyle. If you are one of the many who realizes extra pounds are holding you back from living the life you imagined, you'll want to listen to this!
Guest: Peter Walsh, Peter Walsh Design

06/11/08
What If One of Us Changes? For Better or Worse...
Individual growth and change within a relationship is inevitable. The impact that the changes will have on the relationship will either be a deepening of the connection and a fuller appreciation of each other, or there will be a real "disconnect" that will distance partners from each other. Tune in to find out how to spot the warning signs and how to address the issues sooner rather than later.
Guests: Lori & Bob Hollander, Hollander Coaching and Counseling

06/04/08
Celebrating the Women of Maryland! The Maryland Women's Heritage Center
The MWHC is the first state project of its kind in the nation which will provide a place to learn about the many accomplishments and contributions of Maryland's diverse women. Although women comprise slightly more than half the population of Maryland, their extraordinary accomplishments have largely been invisible. This absence deprives the youth of our state of inspiring role models and stories of achievement and success. Our state's history has been incomplete. Join us as Jill Moss Greenberg, the Executive Director of the MWHC, talks with us about this exciting center that will celebrate the women of Maryland.
Guest: Jill Moss Greenberg, Executive Director, Maryland Women's Heritage Center

05/28/08
You Need to Know! Understanding Your Options
Dr. Ariane Cometa, our WomanTalk Live Health Expert, explains why breast thermography is a screening and diagnostic option for the early detection of breast cancer - and something you need to know about! Breast thermography has the ability to detect the first signs that a cancer may be forming up to 10 years before any other procedure can detect it. In addition, thermography is painless, non-invasive, and uses no radiation. Listen in for your own good health!
Ariane Cometa, M.D., Dr. Cometa's Wellness Center

05/21/08
Victorious Woman! A Celebration of Life
What does a woman do when she is faced with a seemingly insurmountable challenge, such as domestic abuse, abandonment, corporate glass ceilings, entrepreneurship or cancer? That's what Annmarie Kelly wanted to know when she interviewed women for her book. She chose nine compelling stories to share and shows how a woman's thoughts and actions determine whether she becomes a victim of her adversity, merely survives it, or advances to victory. Listen in to find out about the Victorious Woman Model and how you can use Annmarie's "Stepping Stones' to strategize your own path for victory.
Annmarie Kelly, author, Victorious Woman! Shaping Life's Challenges into Personal Victories

05/14/08
Turn Your Mid-life Crisis into Your Crowning Achievement
Donna Henes, or Queen Mama Donna, as she is affectionately called, is an urban shaman, a contemporary ceremonialist, an author, a workshop and retreat facilitator, and director of Mama Donna's Tea Garden & Healing Haven in Exotic Brooklyn, NY. Queen Mama Donna discusses the wisdom she shares in her book, The Queen of Myself: Stepping into Sovereignty in Midlife. In this book, Donna celebrates a new mythic model for the middle years of a woman's life - the masterful Queen, who has assumed the fullness of her physical, mental, emotional and spiritual powers. Suddenly, growing older doesn't sound so awful! It's the time when women can choose to claim their power, discover who they really are, and blossom with all they have to offer. Whee Haw!
Donna Henes: The Queen of Myself

05/07/08
Empowering Our Kids
Yolanda Sonnier and Kendra Jolivet, creators and sponsors of the She Matters Girls' Empowerment Conference & Expo, and Lynn Morrell, the founder of Kids Play for Good (KPFG), are three women who are making a difference in the lives of children and teenagers. In spite of their careers and busy lives, they feel that our children are worth the time and energy it takes to offer them guidance and empower them to make choices that will get them and keep them going in the right direction. Tune in to hear about their exciting programs and the motivation behind their efforts.
Yolanda Sonnier and Kendra Jolivet:
She Matters Girls' Empowerment Conference & Expo
Lynn Morrell: Kids Play for Good (KPFG)

04/30/08
Getting Ready for Summer: Healthy Tips by Kiona
Ok, it's summer and the layers of clothing start coming off, and this alone, can send "fear" through the hearts of many women! Kiona Leah, the WomanTalk Live Fitness Expert, talks with us about something many women, regardless of their size, have and most likely hate. It's cellulite! Groan. About 90% of all women over the age of 18 are plagued with it. And, it's not a "fat" problem. Kiona straightens us out on what cellulite is, what causes it and what we can do about it. Find out how in 10 minutes a day, you can eliminate this problem and reap a ton of other healthy benefits.
Kiona Leah, Healthy by Kiona

04/23/08
The Political Season: What Women are Saying
Bonnie Erbe is the host of PBS's weekly all-female news analysis series, To the Contrary with Bonnie Erbe, and writes a weekly syndicated newspaper column for the Scripps Howard New Service which is sent out weekly to more than 400 papers. For almost 17 years, To the Contrary, has presented news and views that are rarely, if ever, available elsewhere on television.We spoke with Bonnie about the current presidential politics and issues important to women.
Bonnie Erbe, host of PBS's To The Contrary with Bonnie Erbe

04/16/08
I Love You More! And, Love is All You Need
Laura Duksta knew from an early age that she was meant to travel the world, meet people and spread the message of love. What she didn't know was that her access to fulfilling this mission would come through the life lesson of losing her hair at the age of 11 to a condition called Alopecia Areata. Her first book, I Love You More, is a New York Times best-seller, and she spreads her message to students, educators, parents and organizations through her program, Self-Esteem through Love: Empowering Our Children to Shine. Her message to everyone she touches is how to understand, harness and use the power of love.
Laura Duksta, Self-Esteem through Love: Empowering Our Children to Shine

04/09/08
Seven Days Is All It Takes? Taking the Step Towards a New You
With his book, Impress the World With Your Body in Seven Days, Dr. Dave Madow wants to let us know that we can transform ourselves into the healthier, more vibrant and physically fit person we'd like to be. Given the choice, most of us want to be healthy, vibrant, look good and feel more confident. And, if that's what we want, then why are so many of us feeling less than great, out of shape, and aging quicker than we would like? Dave says it doesn't take fads or special secrets. He's outlined his tips in a Seven Day formula that will get you on the right track and keep you there.
Dr. Dave Madow, Impress the World With Your Body in Seven Days

04/02/08
Women in Shadow and Light: Journeys from Abuse to Healing
Jan Goff-LaFontaine came up with a revolutionary idea: that reconnecting abused women with their sense of beauty - achieved through fine art photography - would assist them in throwing off the shame that abuse so often causes. Jan's book, Women in Shadow and Light: Journeys from Abuse to Healing, features women from all over the country, ages 19-95, from every economic situation and spanning all ethnicities. Forty women bared all to express their triumph over trauma and shared their journeys from the violence of abuse to tranformation and healing. Jan's book is described as the most hope-filled book you will ever read about abuse and recovery.
Jan Goff-LaFontaine, Women in Shadow and Light: Journeys from Abuse to Healing

03/26/08
Observations About Life (with a twist)
A Visit with Queen Jaw Jaw
Georgia Richardson, aka Queen Jaw Jaw and The Queen of Experiences, is a southern humorist who has been published in Grand, Chicken Soup for the Soul Magazine, Woman's World, Guidepost Online and a host of other local and national magazines. Her debut book, A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Throne, consists of every day life experiences with just a twist of imagination. It's something about being southern that helps create stories. Tune in as Georgia, Ann and Ginny (all southerners with red hair, no less) tell lots of 'em.
Georgia Richardson, Author

03/19/08
After Me, You Come First
The Freedom Message
Regardless of the advancements that women have made, in the 21st century, they are still pulled and swayed by what they can do, what they want to do, and what other people want and expect of them. Our guests this week, a dynamic mother and daughter team, discuss their practical guide to making choices, After Me, You Come First. The big message? It's important to be selfish, in spite of what you were taught to believe. And, yes, you can put yourself first and still fulfill your responsibilities at home and work. Learn how to say "no" without guilt and without neglecting others.
Sara Armstrong & Lillian Redding, Women of Authority

03/12/08
Springing into Good Health
What All Women Must Know
Springtime…when the world seems to come alive, and we, too, seem to get a new lease on life. So, our message for approaching springtime and life came from our WomanTalk LiveWomen's Health Expert, Dr. Ariane Cometa. We talked about the 5 things every woman needs to consider to stay on top of her health. And, we didn't just talk about the stuff you know about. We talked about some really specific things you can do that will make a big difference in your overall health and vitality. It got our attention for sure. So, if you missed the show, this is a "must listen" for you. After all, you deserve to feel good!
Ariane Cometa, M.D., Dr. Cometa’s Wellness Center

03/05/08
The Good Grief Guru
Picking Up the Pieces to Heal
Linda Losey is the mother of four children. She suffered the loss of two of her sons within two years of each other…Sam, age 10, from a tragic accident in 2004, and Eric, age 18, a U.S. Marine, from an unbearable suicide in 2006. In between the deaths of her sons, Linda rode a horse, alone, across Americato heal and honor the dream and memory of Sam. As a result of her courageous cross-country trek, Linda was inducted into the elite Long Rider’s Guild in 2005. Linda found a way to gather her strength and now helps others be at peace with their losses and to move out of despair and pain towards acceptance, and back into life.
Linda Losey

02/27/08
The Light of Truth
Helping Recovering Hearts
Sometimes you have to hit rock bottom before you finally surrender. And, that’s what happened to Vaile Leonard in 1992 after battling addictions for over 20 years to heroin and alcohol. In her efforts to get clean, Vaile became aware that something was missing in treatment and recovery. And, in 1999, Vaile founded The Light of Truth Center, a residential recovery house in Baltimore that not only helps women get clean and stay clean, but helps their souls recover, too. She tells the women who come, “Stay here as long as you need to stay here and let us love you until you can learn to love yourself.” Listen in to hear Vaile’s loving message of strength and renewal.
Vaile Leonard, The Light of Truth Center

2/20/08
Conquering Fear
The Will to Live
In January 2004, Anne Hjelle and her good friend, Debi, headed off to go mountain biking in the Whiting Ranch Wilderness Park. About 30 minutes into the ride, Anne rounded a corner and was slammed to the ground and dragged into the brush by a mountain lion that had attacked and killed another biker earlier. The survival mode kicked in for both Anne and Debi as they fought the mountain lion. They were joined in battle by other bikers and finally, the lion released its grip and ran off. Anne sustained almost 40 deep bite wounds and her mangled face was pieced together using more than 200 stitches and staples. Tune in to hear Anne’s incredible story of courage and the valuable lessons she has learned through her emotional and physical recovery.
Anne Hjelle

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