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Inspirational Episodes

April 2, 2025

Healing & Balancing Mind, Body, and Soul with Zoe Smith

Zoe Smith's transformation from policy-maker to holistic healer represents a journey many secretly yearn for but few dare to undertake. After years shaping national healthcare policy in the UK, including work on the groundbre...
Guest: Zoe Smith
March 26, 2025

Joy and Grief are companions: When Light Meets Darkness

Tina and Ann explore the complex relationship between joy and grief, examining how these seemingly opposite emotions often coexist and even strengthen each other. They share personal stories of experiencing both simultaneousl...
March 19, 2025

Navy SEAL to Social Warrior: Tom LaGrave's Mission for Youth

Tom LaGrave shares his remarkable journey from Navy SEAL to licensed clinical social worker, revealing how personal struggle and recovery led him to create Honor Bound Academy, a transformative program for youth transitioning...
Guest: Tom La Grave
March 12, 2025

The Simplicities of life make who we are: When finding our center can mean safety and peace

When was the last time you truly appreciated an ordinary moment? In this heartfelt conversation, we unpack the counterintuitive idea that mundane moments might actually be the most meaningful parts of our lives. After recover...
March 5, 2025

Embracing Adoption and Differences: A Journey with Author Sasha Saidman part 2

Can a children's book change a life? In this inspiring episode, author Sasha Saidman reveals how stories about adoption, differences, and self-acceptance meet kids exactly where they are—sparking empathy, imagination, and con...
Guest: Sasha Saidman
Feb. 26, 2025

"First Day, An Adoption Story: Sasha Saidman on Love, Adoption & Belonging"

Can a children's book change a life? In this inspiring episode, author Sasha Saidman reveals how stories about adoption, differences, and self-acceptance meet kids exactly where they are—sparking empathy, imagination, and con...
Guest: Sasha Saidman
Feb. 12, 2025

When the one hurting you is in your own home: An interview with author Victoria Ellen Part 1

What if the person who vowed to love and protect you was the very one orchestrating your pain? Join us on Real Talk with Tina and Ann as Ann sits down with Victoria Ellen, the courageous author of "Painting in the Rain: A Tru...
Dec. 18, 2024

Not Perfection but Preparation: An Interview with Ann Marie Thrives

What if life’s greatest challenges could become stepping stones to purpose and resilience? On this episode of Real Talk with Tina and Ann , we welcome Ann Marie Thrives—Amazon bestselling author, speaker, and life coach—who h...
Sept. 18, 2024

Even Your Lowest Moment can be Redeemed Part 2 Mikey Silas Interview

Cleveland's best vocalist/songwriter, most interesting person, Mikey Silas, talks candidly about some of his worst moments and how the band , Apostle Jones, became part of making amends. Ann and Mikey explore how personal str...
Sept. 11, 2024

The Healing and Transformative Power of Music with Mikey Silas of Apostle Jones Part 1

What if the power of music could heal your deepest wounds and unite communities in the face of adversity? On this transformative episode of Real Talk with Tina and Ann , we welcome Mikey Silas, the magnetic frontman of Clevel...
Sept. 4, 2024

From Orphanage to Olympic Strength: The Inspiring Journey of Sculptor Jon Hair Part 2

"From Orphanage to Olympic Strength Part 2" continues Jon Hair's remarkable journey from a challenging childhood to becoming a celebrated artist and musician. Growing up in an orphanage and living in a basement with his six s...
Guest: Jon Hair
Aug. 28, 2024

From Orphanage to Olympic Strength: The Inspiring Life of renowned sculptor and drummer Jon Hair Part 1

Join Ann as she sits down with John Hair, a sculptor with a portfolio that includes prestigious commissions for the US Olympic Committee and the US Air Force Academy and the Emmy Hall of Fame. Jon has had 170 public art commi...
Guests: Jon Hair , Jonhair.com
Aug. 21, 2024

Showing up is 90% of success

Ann takes you on a personal journey on reaching success with autism and trauma just by showing up. Follow us on Tina and Ann's website https://www.realtalktinaann.com/ Facebook: Real Talk with Tina and Ann | Facebook or at: ...
Aug. 14, 2024

Blessed and highly favored: One lady’s wisdom and story of growing programs for youth. transforming communities and living what she preaches.

How can one person help to transform community institutions, or inspire a youth movement with creative programs? Join us on Real Talk with Tina and Ann as Ann sits down with the phenomenal Miss Betty Smith, whose journey of r...
July 31, 2024

Who YOU are in your Fear is NOT who you REALLY are

When you live in fear people do not get to see who you really are. A beautiful, daring, caring, loving, dream-seeker person is hidden behind that mask. let's talk about the courage of breaking from that mask. Follow us on Tin...
Guest: Denise Bard
July 3, 2024

Make Excuses or Make Adjustments part 2

Inspired by Dr. Jennifer Heisz's book "Move the Body, Heal the Mind," we discuss how physical activity can be a powerful antidote to anxiety and depression Stories of remarkable persistence, like Bob Goff's relentless pursuit...