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TT-S1-E-13-: Let's Talk About Being Bold, Black & Brilliant w/Rachel Dawson, JD

Tue, 19 May 2026 12:00:00 -0400

On Episode #13 of of the Tedi Talks Podcast, Tedi welcomes his special guest, Rachel Dawson, a Strategic Executive, Attorney & Certified Leadership Coach. Rachel is located in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Rachel and Tedi talk about Rachel's book: ‘Bold, Black & Brilliant: A Black Woman's Guide to Career Confidence and Power’. Rachel shares with us why she wrote this book and encourages ALL women to read it, as well as men. Tedi shares a lot of data after hitting the Googler again and he and Rachel break it all down. Rachel shares with us the reason so many black women are overlooked in the workplace and ways we address the systematic and systemic racism that is ever present in today's workplace. This is a very informative and educational episode, one that you def do not want to miss. To learn more about Rachel, you can connect with her at:

Website: https://www.racheldawsonconsulting.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61581707561310

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/racheldawson5

RESOURCES

Bold, Black & Brilliant A Black Woman’s Guide to Career Confidence & Power (book by Rachel Dawson, JD)

First Alumna in Space (Article by the University of Michigan)

Professor Timothy Snyder

PONSORS:

TT-S1-E-12-: Let's Talk About Healing the Impossible w/Dr. Lisa Koche

Tue, 05 May 2026 13:00:00 -0400

On Episode #12 of of the Tedi Talks Podcast, Tedi welcomes his special guest, Dr. Lisa Koche, a triple Board-Certified Physician, founder of Spectra Wellness Solutions, and lead physician and speaker for Tony Robbins’ Life Mastery Health Program. Dr. Koche is located in Tampa, Florida This is a must listen-to episode! Dr. Koche and Tedi have a fascinating conversation on what Functional and Personalized Root-Cause medicine is and the many benefits it brings. Dr. Koche shares with us her own past medical journey and how this was the reason she become a doctor. Dr. Koche explains what the LIT Journey is and tells us about her newest book: 'The Unwritten Prescription' (link below). This is a very informative and enlightening episode, one you do not want to miss. To learn more about Dr. Koche, you can connect with her at:

Website: https://spectrawellness.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SpectraWellness/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spectrawellnesstampa/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drlisakoche/

RESOURCES

The Unwritten Prescription (book by Dr. Lisa Koche)

Get Lit: Simple Answers to Overcome Exhaustion, Escape Stress, Harness Limitless Energy, and Ignite Your Inner Athlete (book by Dr. Lisa Koche)

SPONSORS:

Donate to the Dreams Come True Foundation

TT-S1-E-11-: Let's Talk About Diversity (Unfiltered) w/Jenny Chen

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 16:00:00 -0400

On Episode #11 of of the Tedi Talks Podcast, Tedi welcomes his special guest, Jenny Chen, the CEO of Catalais Consulting Ltd., host of the ‘Tune up Your Warrior’ podcast and a 2025 WP Female Trailblazer of the Year Excellence Awardee. Jenny is located in Ottawa, Ontario Canada. Jenny and Tedi have an amazing conversation (raw and unfiltered) all about DEI. We cover everything from Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), what it means to be WOKE and why DEI must be a business imperative in today's businesses. Jenny shares with us her journey from China to Canada to the United States and back to Canada. She is open about the racism and misogyny she has experienced and provides us with some amazing information about how we can all do our part to make the world a better place. Favorite quote from Jenny: "We are all victims of a broken system." ~ Mahatma Gandhi. This is a must listen-to episode! To learn more about Jenny, you can connect with her at:

Website: https://catalais.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Catalais-Consulting-Ltd-61575512163749/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennyyychen/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenny-chen-catalais/

LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/catalais

JENNY'S PODCAST (Click here)

Watch Jenny's Stand-up Comedy Debut for Charity (Click here)

SPONSORS:

GrazeCraze Okemos

Fusionary Forumulas

TT-S1-E-10-: Let's Talk About Death & Dying w/Christa McDonald

Sun, 05 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0400

On Episode #10 of of the Tedi Talks Podcast, Tedi welcomes his special guest, Christa McDonald, a Hospice Nurse, Author & Founder of GLADD (Grieving Loss After Death & Dying), which is located in Sarasota, Florida. Tedi and Christa talk about all of the stages of death, grief and loss. Christa shares with us how she became a Hospice Nurse (a career that chose her) and the many different ways she assists individuals who are dealing with death (both from the patient side and the loved ones side). Christa provides us with a lot of information about her organization (GLADD) and the many services they offer. Tedi and Christa discuss death and dying when it comes to children and the different ways we can support them. This an uncomfortable topic, but the discussion is well done and very informative, one you do not want to miss. To learn more about Christa, you can connect with her at:

Website: https://gladdcommunity.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100009488442604&sk=about

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grievewithchrista/

Email: christa@gladdcommunity.com

Phone: 844-42-GLADD

RESOURCES:

Eight Lessons That Dying Taught Me (Book)

SPONSORS:

GrazeCraze Okemos

Fusionary Forumulas

TT-S1-E-9-: Let's Talk About I-O Psychology w/Dr. Gretchen Lain

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 14:00:00 -0400

On Episode #9 of of the Tedi Talks Podcast, Tedi welcomes his special guest, Dr. Gretchen Lain, the Founder & Owner of Goldleaf Consulting & Advisory Services, located in Lansing, Michigan. Dr. Lain explains what Industrial Organizational Psychology (IPO) and how she uses this when working with organizations that need assistance with restrategizing and redesign at their business. Tedi asks Dr. Lain about the many other professional services she provides. Dr. Lain shares with us more about her work with others when it comes to health and nutrition and why this is should be important to each of us. Dr. Lain and Tedi talks about her book 'Busy is not a Personality: A Workbook to Go From Hot Mess to Healthy Human." This is a fascinating discussion, one you do not want to miss. To learn more about Dr. Lain, you can connect with her at:

Website: https://www.gretchenlain.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gretchen-lain-ph-d-0037582b/

Dr. Lain's Blog: https://www.gretchenlain.com/blog

Email: lain.gretchen13@gmail.com

RESOURCES:

Dr. Lain's Books Available on Amazon

SPONSORS:

Three Finger Comedy (Paul's Stand-up Comedy)

TT-S1-E-8-: Let's Talk About Finding the Funny in Life w/Dr. Paul Artale

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 13:00:00 -0500

On Episode #8 of of the Tedi Talks Podcast, Tedi welcomes his special guest, Dr. Paul Artale, an Award-Winning Keynote Speaker, Stand-up Comedian and Full-Time Soccer Dad, located in Swartz Creek, Michigan. Paul and Tedi talk about Paul's overcoming physical adversity which did not stop him from playing college football. Paul shares with us how he defines what a disability is and what it means to him. Tedi and Paul talk about his (Paul's) career as a motivational speaker and the book he wrote (The Two-Year Olds Guide to Work-Life Balance), which was based on interactions with his then two-year old son. Paul shares with us how he got into becoming a professional stand-up comedian. Tedi's favorite quote of the episode said by Paul: "You have this privilege to go out and tell your story." To learn more about Paul, you can connect with him at:

Website: https://paulartale.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulartale/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paul_artale/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/paulartale

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/paulartale

Email: https://paulartale.com/contact/

RESOURCES:

The Paul Artale Online Store

SPONSORS:

BlendedPledge.org (Podcast)“

TT-S1-E-7-: Let's Talk About Self-Worth w/Sarah Barnes-Humphreys

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 11:00:00 -0500

On Episode #7 of of the Tedi Talks Podcast, Tedi welcomes his special guest, Sarah Barnes-Humphreys, a best-selling Author & Entrepreneur , located in Miami Florida. Sarah and Tedi talk about why our self-worth is so important and ways we can discover our own greatness. Sarah shares information with us about her new book: “I Buried Her In A French Press: A Memoir About Finding my Voice & The Power Of Being Heard." She also shares with us her very personal struggle with Lipedema and how this shaped the person she is today. Tedi learns that Sarah has a couple of podcasts (information below) and shares her annual tradition of choosing a 'Word of the Year' (2026's word is 'Forgiveness'). You do not want to miss this episode, as Sarah is a real firecracker. To learn more about Sarah, you can connect with her at:

Website: https://letstalksupplychain.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahbarneshumphrey/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahbarneshumphrey/?hl=en

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LetsTalkSupplyChain

Email: hello@sarahbarneshumphrey.com

RESOURCES:

I Buried Her In A French Press: A Memoir About Finding my Voice & The Power Of Being Heard (Book)

Cleveland Clinic - Lipedema

SPONSORS:

Prelude to a Paradigm Shift for Addiction (eBook)

TT-S1-E-6-: Let's Talk About Addiction w/Dr. Harry Henshaw

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 13:00:00 -0500

On Episode #6 of of the Tedi Talks Podcast, Tedi welcomes his special guest, Dr. Harry Henshaw, a Psychotherapist at Online Holistic Counseling, located in Port Charlotte, Florida. Dr. Henshaw and Tedi talk all about addiction, what it is, what it is not and the ways we can help those we love. Dr. Henshaw explains the difference between the understanding of addiction as a disease versus a disorder. Dr. Henshaw shares with us how he works with his clients and the effectiveness of group therapy. Tedi asks A LOT of questions and learns how staying in 'victim mode' can work against the recovery process. This is a very informative conversation, one that you do not want to miss. To learn more about Dr. Henshaw, you can connect with him at:

Website: https://www.enhancedhealing.com/

Free Morning Support Group: https://enhancedhealing.com/daily-support-group/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-harry-henshaw/

Email: drharryhenshaw@gmail.com

Phone: (305) 498-3442

RESOURCES:

American Society for Addiction Medicine (study/data)

National Institute for Drug Abuse (NIDA) (study/data)

SPONSORS:

Mitten Misfits Farm Sanctuary

GrazeCraze (Okemos, MI)

TT-S6-E-5-: Let's Talk About Grief & Loss w/Marcia Wall

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 13:00:00 -0500

On Episode #5 of of the Tedi Talks Podcast, Tedi welcomes back Marcia Wall, a successful Career Coach and the Owner of MW Career Services, located in New Orleans, LA. Tedi and Marcia talk about what grief and loss are and how we can work through it. Marcia explains what the Five Stages of Grieving are and how important it is to seek professional help during the grief and loss cycle. Tedi and Marcia discuss ways we can support others who are experiencing some form of grief or loss. This is a great conversation, one that we all need to listen to. To learn more about Marcia, you can connect with her at:

Website: https://linktr.ee/marciawall

Career Counseling Connection: https://www.careercounselingconnection.com/california/san-diego/career- counseling/marcia-wall

LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/mwall1000

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MarciaWall.

Email: mwall1000@gmail.com

Phone: (619) 309-7354

RESOURCES

The Trevor Project

BetterHelp.com

988 Life Line

EPISODE SPONSORS

7Clingo.com

Successful Coaches Enterprise

TT-S6-E-4-: Let's Talk About Choices w/Dr. Nelva Lee

Sat, 03 Jan 2026 10:00:00 -0500

On Episode #4 of of the Tedi Talks Podcast, Tedi welcomes his very special guest, Dr. Nelva Lee, a candidate for Superintendent of Georgia Schools. Dr. Lee and Tedi talk about different choices that can be offered to the younger generation when it comes to their future plans. Dr. Lee shares with us her vision, which includes a three-step plan she created, that will give those seeking a different alternative to a four-year degree. Tedi asks Dr. Lee about being an author and the many books she has written. Dr. Lee shares with us why its ok to make mistakes as we make life choices and we all need to find our 'North Star'. This is a great conversation, one that parents and their children should listen to. To learn more about Dr. Lee, you can connect with her at:

Website: https://www.drnelvalee.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TBWGTR

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mitiofamily/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrNelvaLee/videos

Email: ElectDrLee@gmail.com

RESOURCES

Public School Rankings by State 2025

EPISODE SPONSORS

GrazeCraze of Okemos, MI

Successful Coaches Enterprise

TT-S6-E-3: Annual Holiday Special w/Cindy Whittum

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 15:00:00 -0500

On our Holiday Episode of the Tedi Talks Podcast, Tedi welcomes back to the podcast his very special guest and Senior Elf, Cindy Whittum. Tedi and Cindy talk all things Christmas, what they like and what they do not like about the holidays. Tedi and Cindy remind the listeners of their dislike (indifference) to holiday blow-up yard decorations. Cindy shares with us her favorite holiday traditions and all the work they have done at Whittum Farms to get ready for Christmas. Tedi was in a mood and reminded us how much he could care less about Christmas and most holidays for that matter (bah-humbug). A hearty discussion on eggnog and gift giving takes place and the yuletide cheer is evident.

Happy Holidays to you and yours! We look forward to seeing you as we kick-off 2026 with all new episodes.

RESOURCES

Southside Animal Hospital

Rescue Paws

Grand Rapids Christkrindl Market (Grand Rapids, MI)

Kringle Holiday Market (Lansing, MI)

"When Life Gives You Lemons, Make a Cocktail" (Tedi's newest Book)

TT-S6-E-2: Let's Talk About Reinvention w/Nikki Thompson-Frazier

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 10:00:00 -0500

On Episode #2 of of the Tedi Talks Podcast, Tedi welcomes his very special guest, Nikki Thompson-Frazier, a Mother, Wife, Author, & Entrepreneur, located in Lansing, Michigan. Tedi and Nikki talk about her (Nikki) big win at the Clover X Shark Tank Summit in Las Vegas, Nevada. Nikki shares with us all of the big changes happening with Sweet Encounter Bakery and announces a book signing on Tuesday, December 2nd at Hooked Bookstore, located in East Lansing, Michigan. Nikki also tells us all about her cook show, The Sweet Life with Nikki, that appears on her YouTube Channel. You will love the energy that Nikki brings to the conversation and, as always, the mistakes Tedi makes. To learn more about Nikki, you can connect with her at:

Website: https://sweetencounterbakery.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sweetencounterbakery

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sweetencounterbakery

YouTube: Sweet Life w/Nikki

Email: desserts@sweetencounterbakery.com

RESOURCES

A Life Worth Tasting (3-Year Journal)

EPISODE SPONSORS

GrazeCraze of Okemos, MI

7CLingo.com

TT-S6-E-1: Let's Talk About Politics w/Dakarai Larriett

Sat, 15 Nov 2025 12:00:00 -0500

On Episode #1 of Season 6 of the Tedi Talks Podcast, Tedi welcomes his very special guest, Dakarai Larriett, an Author, Business Owner & Social Justice Advocate from Birmingham, Alabama. Dakarai and Tedi talk about politics, more specifically his (Dakarai) run for a Senate seat in Alabama. Dakarai shares with us the story of an unlawful arrest in Benton Harbor, Michigan and how this led to his decision as a candidate for the U.S. Senate. Dakarai also tells us about his new book: “Don’t Flush: From a False Arrest to a Political Awakening: My Journey to Making a Difference”, which he wrote after the incident in Michigan in 2024. Tedi gets political and shares his opinions about the current status of our country and Dakarai shares his thoughts on the responsibilities we all shoulder when it comes to politics. This is an informative and insightful conversation, one you surely do not want to miss! You can connect with Dakarai at:

Dakarai Larriett, Author, Business Owner & Candidate for U.S. Senate. Committee to Elect Dakarai Larriett

Website: http://www.dakarailarriett.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574763727908

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dakarailarriettforsenate/

Email: info@dakarailarriett.com

RESOURCES

https://www.fox2detroit.com/news/man-files-10m-lawsuit-against-michigan-state-police-alleged-drug-planting-conspiracy

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-resolution/719/text

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FKGSB8FY?ref=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_XW3K5MBYRRA4TZCREFGH_1&ref_=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_XW3K5MBYRRA4TZCREFGH_1&social_share=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_XW3K5MBYRRA4TZCREFGH_1&bestFormat=true

The Alabama Solution (HBO Documentary)

EPISODE SPONSORS

https://www.weforum.org/stories/2025/06/global-gender-gap-report-2025-key-findings/

517Living.com

TYD- S1-E-17: Let's Talk About Equality w/Kate Snyder

Sat, 01 Nov 2025 12:00:00 -0400

On Episode #17 of the Today's Your Day Podcast, Tedi welcomes his very special guest, Kate Snyder, the Founder & CEO of Piper & Gold Public Relations, which is located in Lansing, Michigan. Kate and Tedi talk about Equality in the workplace, has it really changed over the past 123 years? Tedi presents Kate with a bunch of data he found when hitting the Googler and Kate responds with here amazing wit and raw, in-your-face moxie. Kate shares with us her thoughts on why the last Presidential election was not surprising and also gives the younger generation some incredible words of wisdom. This is a fun and eye-opening conversation, one you def do not want to miss! You can connect with Kate at:

Kate Snyder, Founder & CEO
Piper & Gold Public Relations

Website: https://www.piperandgold.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/piperandgold

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/piperandgold/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/piperandgold/

Email: info@piperandgold.com

Phone: (517) 999-0820

RESOURCES

https://act.liveyourdream.org/womens-rights

https://www.pewresearch.org/politics/2025/06/26/voting-patterns-in-the-2024-election/

EPISODE SPONSOR

https://www.7clingo.com

TYD- S1-E-16: Let's Talk About Biases in the Workplace w/Kae Kronthaler-Williams

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 12:00:00 -0400

On Episode #16 of the Today's Your Day Podcast, Tedi welcomes his very special guest, Kae Kronthaler-Williams, a Global Software Marketing Executive & Author from the State of Massachusetts, USA. Kae and Tedi talk about her new book 'Not Made for You: How Women in Tech can Challenge Bias, Claim Their Space and Thrive in a System Built for Men' (coming November 2025). Kae shares with us why she wrote the book and ways her story can help women who are moving-up the corporate ladder. Tedi and Kae discuss the ongoing issues women face in today's workplace, including biases, gaslighting and inequality. Kae shares an important lesson for us all, Equality & Equity is everyones problem, not just women. This is a wonderful conversation, one you do not want to miss! You can connect with Kae at:

Kae Kronthaler-Williams
Innovator in Holistic Wellness

Website: https://kaewilliamscom.wpengine.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaekronthalerwilliams/

Substack: https://substack.com/@kaekronthalerwilliams

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaekwilliams/

For Media Inquires & Speaking Engagements, please contact Taryn Hennebicque of TML Public Relations at: taryn@tmlpublicrelations.com

RESOURCES

Book Purchase, Tour & Updates

Gender Pay Gap in U.S. has Narrowed Slightly Over 2 Decades (Pew Research Center)

EPISODE SPONSOR

GrazeCraze - Okemos, MI

517.Living.com

TYD- S1-E-15: Let's Talk About Better Health w/Dr Shivani Gupta

Thu, 02 Oct 2025 11:00:00 -0400

On Episode #15 of the Today's Your Day Podcast, Tedi welcomes his very special guest, Dr. Shivani Gupta, CEO of Fusionary Formulas, Ayurvedic Practitioner and Innovator in Holistic Health, who is located in Boca Rotan, Florida. Dr. Gupta shares with us what Ayurvedic (ayu-veda) is and the amazing healing powers are of this 3,000 year-old surviving systems of medicine in the world. Tedi and Dr. Gupta talk about the staggering data on how many people in the U.S. are on one or more prescription drugs and healthier ways we can reduce our dependence on them. We talk about specialized healing teas and the power of Turmeric, plus so much more. If you want to get on the path to better health, this is the episode for you! You can connect with Dr. Gupta at:

Dr Shivani Gupda
Innovator in Holistic Wellness

Website: http://www.shivanigupta.com

Dr Shivani Gupta Podcast: https://shivanigupta.com/sample-my-podcast/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/@TheShivaniGupta

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shivaniguptafl/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.shivanigupta

Email: Hello@shivanigupta.com

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EPISODE SPONSOR

https://7clingo.com/

TYD- S1-E-14: Let's Talk About Mental Health w/Domonika Tipton

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 15:00:00 -0400

On Episode #14 of the Today's Your Day Podcast, Tedi welcomes Domonika Tipton, Founder & Licensed Clinical Social Worker at Uplift & Inspire Counseling and Consulting, located in Lansing, Michigan. Tedi and Domonika talk all about mental health and why it's so important for us to take good care of ours. Domonika shares with us some ways we can address everyday stress and why she and her team have a strong passion for helping those in the LGBTQ+ and marginalized communities. Tedi talks Domonika in to coming back to join him on the TYD Christmas Episode. Another great conversation with an amazing person, you def do not want to miss this one! You can connect with Domonika at:

Domonika Tipton, Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Uplift & Inspire Counseling and Consulting

Website: https://upliftandinspirellc.com/home-1

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UpliftandInspireLLC/#

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/uplift-inspire-llc/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upliftandinspirellc

Email: info@upliftandinspirellc.com

Phone: (734) 627-7669

RESOURCES:

Brenae Brown's 'Braving the Wilderness'

EPISODE SPONSOR

https://www.careercounselingconnection.com/united-states/san-diego/career-counseling/marcia-wall

TYD- S1-E-13: Let's Talk About Careers w/Marcia Wall

Mon, 01 Sep 2025 12:00:00 -0400

On Episode #13 of the Today's Your Day Podcast, Tedi welcomes back to the podcast "The Queen of Career Coaching", Marcia Wall, a Career Success Coach located in New Orleans, Louisiana. This episode is packed with information for those looking for a new career, those who want to change careers and everyone in-between. Marcia shares with us how we need to define our own success and how we need to find our 'North Star'. She reminds us that we are in a skilled based economy and how important is to keep reinventing yourself. Of course, as he always does, Tedi presents data after hitting the Googler. This is def one episode you do not want to miss! You can connect with Marcia at:

Marcia Wall , M. A., CCSP, GCDF #16401
Career Success Coach

Website: https://linktr.ee/marciawall

Career Counseling Connection: https://www.careercounselingconnection.com/california/san-diego/career- counseling/marcia-wall

LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/mwall1000

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MarciaWall.

Email: mwall1000@gmail.com

Phone: (619) 309-7354

LINKS & RESOURCES:

https://www.bls.gov/

https://personality.co/personality-test

https://www.buzzsprout.com/1726062/episodes/17079622-tyd-s1-e-4-let-s-talk-about-success-w-cindy-whittum.mp3?download=true

https://www.buzzsprout.com/1726062/episodes/11559092-career-chat-vol-9-unveiling-the-imposter-syndrome-gremlins.mp3?download=true

EPISODE SPONSOR

https://teamstage.io/motivation-statistics/

TYD- S1-E-12: Let's Talk About Motivation w/Laila Marcos-Zissis

Sat, 16 Aug 2025 13:00:00 -0400

On Episode #12 of the Today's Your Day Podcast, Tedi welcomes special guest Laila Marcos-Zissis, a Coach, Communications & Media Consultant, Podcast Personality, Master Connector & Breast Cancer Survivor, who is located in New Orleans, Lousiana. Tedi and Laila have a fascinating conversation all about MOTIVATION. What it is and how we can motivate ourselves. Laila shares with us some great information on mindfulness and how we can meditate, anywhere we are at. Tedi, of course, provides a lot of data after hitting the Googler. Make sure to join us in this very informative conversation! You can connect with Laila at:

Laila Marcos-Zissis , Leadership Alchemist, Strategic Innovator & Author
Inspired Action Motivate LLC

Website: https://lailamorcoszissis.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lailamorcoszissis/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lailamorcoszissis/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lailamorcoszissis Email: laila@lailamorcoszissis.com
Phone: (504) 615-2388

LINKS & RESOURCES:

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5364176/

https://www.headspace.com/mindfulness/how-to-get-motivated

EPISODE SPONSOR

https://www.spencerstuart.com/research-and-insight/fortune-500-c-suite-snapshot-2024-profiles-in-functional-leadership

TYD- S1-E-11: Let's Talk About Leadership w/Bernadette Johnson

Mon, 04 Aug 2025 19:00:00 -0400

On Episode #11 of the Today's Your Day Podcast, Tedi welcomes his friend and colleague, Bernadette Johnson, a Leadership Alchemist, Strategic Innovator, Collaboration Catalyst, Author, Working Genius Certified, and TEDster of Inspired Action Motivates, which is located in Lansing, Michigan. Tedi and Bernadette talk about what makes a great leader and the different ways leadership presents itself. Bernadette shares with us her favorite book: The Alchemist by Paul Coelho (link below) and Tedi shares data about the equality (and equity) gap that still exists in the C-level suites found in Fortune 500 companies. You will love Bernadette's infectious positivity and her passion for helping others succeed. Make sure to join us in this very informative conversation! You can connect with Bernadette at:

Bernadette Johnson, Leadership Alchemist, Strategic Innovator & Author
Inspired Action Motivate LLC

Website: https://bernadettejohnson.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InspiredActionMotivates
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bernadettejohnson
Email: bernadette@bernadettejohnson.com
Phone: (517) 231-4369

LINKS & RESOURCES:

The Alchemist by Paul Coelho (book)

“If an organization has a strong and clearly stated set of values and the people act in accordance with those values, then the culture will be strong.” ~ Lt. George Flynn, USMC (ret.)

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https://www.statista.com/statistics/1124036/number-people-killed-police-ethnicity-us/

TYD- S1-E-10: Let's Talk About Racism w/Leah Smiley

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 13:00:00 -0400

On this Special Episode of the Today's Your Day Podcast, Tedi welcomes his special guest, Leah Smiley, the President & Founder at the Institute for Diversity Certification (IDC) located in Brownsburg, Indiana. Tedi and Leah have a frank and open discussion about Racism, what it is, how it is harming marginalized communities and what role we can play in dismantling the systems of Racism. Leah shares with us her definition of Racism (it may surprise some of you) and Tedi provides Leah with a lot of data. Tedi's favorite quote of the podcast was when Leah said "We have to do better, be better and aim higher." This is one very important conversation that impacts us ALL and one you do not want to miss! You can connect with Leah at:

Leah Smiley, CDE®, President and Founder

Institute for Diversity Certification (IDC)

Website: https://www.diversitycertification.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/diversitycert
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/diversitycertification/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/diversitycertification/
Email: info@diversitycertification.org
Phone: 1-800-983-6192

RESOURCES:

https://www.usccr.gov/files/2024-09/crime_victims_report_factsheet.pdf

Netflix Series '7 Seconds' w/Regina King

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TYD- S1-E-9: Let's Talk About Cultural Intelligence (CQ) w/Fathy Shetiah

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 15:00:00 -0400

On Episode #9 of the Today's Your Day Podcast, Tedi welcomes his special guest, Fathy Shetiah, the Founder & CEO at 7C Lingo, a cross-cultural communication, training, and language services organization, which is located in Lansing, Michigan. Fathy and Tedi talk about what Cultural Intelligence (CQ) in and why it's so important, especially today! Fathy shares with us the benefits of CQ and how his team can assist individuals and businesses by having a Cultural Assessment done. Tedi shares some stats on how important CQ is to younger generations. Make sure to join us in this very informative conversation! You can connect with Fathy at:

Website: https://7clingo.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/7CLingo
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/7c-lingo
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/7c.lingo
Email: fathy@7clingo.com
Phone: (517) 337-2700

RESOURCES:

https://teamstage.io/company-culture-statistics/

https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/career-development/cultural-intelligence

https://www.ujji.io/posts/company-culture-statistics

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Professionally Speaking Podcast w/Beth Batts

TYD- S1-E-8: Let's Talk About Confidence w/Beth Batts

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 11:00:00 -0400

On Episode #8 of the Today's Your Day Podcast, Tedi welcomes Beth Batts, Founder & CEO of Batts & Associates, located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Beth and Tedi talk all about Confidence, what it is and how we can get it. Beth shares with us how she defines what Confidence is and explains that 'Risk Taking' is a form on Confidence. Tedi and Beth share their thoughts on how others define what confidence is (based on titles and not necessarily someone being truly confident). Join us in this fascinating conversation! You can connect with Beth at:

Website: https://www.batts-associates.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/4BA2425
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beth-batts-b489a514/
Email: beth@bb-consultingllc.com
Phone: (616) 581-6715

RESOURCES:

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https://odphp.health.gov/myhealthfinder/health-conditions/diabetes/eat-healthy

TYD- S1-E-7: Let's Talk About Eating Healthy w/Amy Bragagnini

Sun, 15 Jun 2025 11:00:00 -0400

On Episode #7 of the Today's Your Day Podcast, Tedi welcomes Amy Bragagnini a Clinical Oncology Dietitian at Trinity Health Lacks Cancer Center, located in Grand Rapids, MI. Tedi and Amy talk about healthy eating, what it really means and why it's important. Amy shares with us some of the mistakes we may be making when it comes to eating healthy. Tedi and Amy talk about the different foods we can eat at work to give us more energy. Amy tells us what foods are great to help us nourish our minds (brains). We also learn that some scientists believe its healthier to eat in the bathroom instead of at your desk! Our favorite dietician and healthy eater does not disappoint during another great conversation with her. You can connect with Amy at:

Website: https://www.mercyhealth.com/location/trinity-health-richard-j-lacks-cancer-center
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TrinityHealthMI
Twitter: https://twitter.com/TrinityHealthMI
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-bragagnini-ms-rd-cso-b3795338/-ms-rd-cso-b3795338
Email: Amy.Bragagnini@trinity-health.org
Phone: (616) 685-5237

RESOURCES:

https://www.guhealth.com.au/6-reasons-why-you-should-never-eat-lunch-at-your-desk

https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/health/diet-nutrition/a63589199/foods-for-boosting-brain-health-and-memory/

https://www.annwigmore.co/

https://www.buzzsprout.com/1726062/episodes/16075526

https://www.buzzsprout.com/1726062/episodes/13722435

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