Tune In & Level Up Podcast

Ep. 50: Amydell McClain Beardshall, The Challenges of Empty Nesting

Sat, 19 Oct 2024 20:00:00 -0500

Who better to interview than my own niece, Amydell McClain Beardshall, mother of twins, Brooke and Bryce, on the challenges related to children growing up, heading off to college, and leaving mom and dad with an all too quiet empty nest. Our conversation will bring back memories for parents who have already experienced it and provide insight for those who will face this in the future. It is a difficult transition for parents (especially mothers!). Tune in to hear how Amydell survived it, found support, and is doing very well now.

Ep 49: Jack Fingerhut, A Life in Hiding to Living the American Dream

Tue, 04 Jun 2024 15:00:00 -0500

Jack Fingerhut grew up hearing his father's stories about surviving the Holocaust in Poland. Much later, these stories were recorded by the Shoah Foundation, which was established by Steven Spielberg after he produced and directed Schindler's List, a film that won seven Academy Awards in 1994. In this episode of Tune In & Level Up, Jack describes the harsh conditions, losses, and terror his father and millions of others faced in Poland when it was occupied by Nazi Germany. The story continues to include Poland's liberation from Germany and his parents' hard work and determination, which yielded a good life for them after they immigrated to America.

Together let's remember to be grateful for freedom and peace if we are fortunate enough to have it! God bless you all!

Ep 48: Kim Rahir, Health Coach - Her Journey From Wheelchair to European Weight Lifting Champion

Sat, 17 Feb 2024 13:00:00 -0600

Tune in to hear Kim Rahir's story about being diagnosed with MS, then using every resource available to return to health and land at the best fitness level of her lifetime - NOW! A former journalist, she pivoted to become a health coach and share her passions for strength training, wholesome nutrition, and healthy mindset with coaching clients. To learn more about her and her services, visit her website and social media:

https://kimrahir.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kim-rahir/
https://www.facebook.com/kim.rahir/

Ep 47: Priya Tronsgard, Edify Learning Spaces - A Tutoring Business Serving Neurodivergent Learners

Sat, 03 Feb 2024 16:00:00 -0600

Priya Tronsgard founded Edify Learning Spaces to offer help and resources to neurodivergent students and their families. Pairing a student with a perfectly matched, specialized tutor is her forte. Edify serves students who are gifted, dyslexic, autistic, have ASD, ADHD, Tourette's Syndrome, dyspraxia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, anxiety, or any other normal divergence. Tune in to learn more about Edify and how this entrepreneur is making the world a better place! Learn more about Edify Learning Spaces: https://www.edifylearningspaces.com/.

Ep 46: Lee Quarrie, Actor, Filmmaker, Writer, Teacher

Sun, 21 Jan 2024 12:00:00 -0600

My conversation with Lee Quarrie is a window into the creative industry she's involved with on the daily: acting, directing, producing, writing, and teaching. What's not to like about this big-hearted, spiritual, authentic human? Take a listen! I bet you, like me, are gonna' love her!

Ep 45: Lindsey Kane Leaverton, author of new release: Not Another Self-Help Book!!!

Tue, 16 Jan 2024 05:00:00 -0600

What a treat to have a conversation with Lindsey Kane Leaverton! Her new book, Not Another Self-Help Book, was released on January 16, 2024! It's edgy, fresh, funny, transparent, and so, so thought-provoking in a good way. Order your copy on Amazon and send copies to all your special peeps! Lindsey was a successful touring Christian singer-songwriter for six years, recorded multiple albums, and has written 150ish songs. PLUS, there's more!!! She's an artist. The book includes not only her stories, wisdom, and humor -- every chapter includes an adult coloring book page and a link to one of her original songs. Tune in to meet Lindsey!

Ep 44: Chad Karger, a Porter at Porter's Call, an Organization that Serves Touring Musicians and Their Spouses

Tue, 02 Jan 2024 14:00:00 -0600

In this interview, Glenda reconnects with her children's former youth pastor, Chad Karger. In the past twenty-five years, Chad has held senior pastoral roles at various churches in the Houston area, but in this episode, the spotlight is on his role as a Porter at Porter's Call, an organization home-based in Franklin, TN, just minutes from Nashville. Learning about the "why" behind the variety of support services this organization offers to touring musicians and their spouses is guaranteed to enlighten and inspire anyone who loves music and the musicians who write and perform it. Touring musicians and prospective contributors can learn more by visiting the Porter's Call website: https://www.porterscall.com/.

Ep 43: Candice Morris, a Mom of 7, Wife, Business and Farm Owner -- Grateful for All God's Blessings!

Tue, 17 Oct 2023 17:00:00 -0500

What a treat to get to chat with Candice Morris, the beautiful daughter of dear friends, Bob and Jan Challenger! All grown up with a husband and family of her own, in this episode Candice shares what makes her tick: being a wife and mother, enjoying dream-come-true farm life, a recent meaningful business venture, and being present and accounted for in every aspect of faith and family for the people she loves with all her heart. Tune in for this heartwarming episode. It will pull your heartstrings and might stir a desire to book her family's AirB&B, Dolly's Lodge, in a part of Tennessee where her family has loved making memories.

Highlights mentioned in the episode:
The Jeff Morris Team: https://www.remax.com/real-estate-teams/the-jeff-morris-team-the-woodlands-tx/101936587
The Addice: https://theaddice.com/
Dolly's Lodge: https://www.dollyslodge.com/

Ep 42: Kristi J. Warner -- Hair Stylist, Realtor, Super Mom!!

Sun, 01 Oct 2023 19:00:00 -0500

What an interesting character! Kristi J. Warner loves doing hair in the Austin-based salon she shares with her best friend. Described as a cool shop with a "Sweet Magnolias" vibe, she enjoys using her creativity to help people feel better about themselves. In the midst of the pandemic, she took the opportunity to earn a real estate license, and she's now a realtor as well as an in-demand hair stylist, and she loves both industries so much, she can't pick a favorite!

Tune in to learn more about this wonderful lady! She's a busy mom and active in recovery as a dedicated Al-Anon member. Her mission in life reveals a heart of gold!

https://kristijwarner.exprealty.com/
https://kristijwarner.glossgenius.com/

Charities Kristi mentioned:
Table of Grace: https://centraltexastableofgrace.org/
Lacey Hurley: https://www.modernday.org/profile/laceyhurley/

Ep 41: Donnie Lummus, An Alcohol Recovery Coach Serving Others Through His Coaching Business, Luminous Path Recovery

Fri, 08 Sep 2023 06:00:00 -0500

Tune In to this chat with Donnie Lummus, an Alcohol Recovery Coach who offers his services through his coaching business, Luminous Path Recovery: https://www.luminouspathrecovery.com/.

With over 12 years of sobriety in Alcoholics Anonymous, he shares his recovery journey and tells what it was like before sobriety, what happened, and what it's like now. Generously, he shares his experience, strength, and hope with others through his coaching services as well as in AA. This enlightening and transparent conversation will be of interest to anyone who has personal experience with problem drinking or other forms of addiction -- or you know/love someone who is suffering. A friend in recovery introduced me to Donnie, and I'm proud to share his recovery services and story with Tune In & Level Up listeners.

Ep 40: Krista Bligh, Paw and Claws Wildlife Rehabilitation Center

Mon, 04 Sep 2023 11:00:00 -0500

Tune In to learn how Krista Bligh, a recent graduate from Texas &M University, is putting her Wildlife and Fisheries Science degree to use in the nonprofit she launched in College Station in 2020 -- Paws and Claws Wildlife Rehab. As the only registered nonprofit 501 (c)(3) wildlife shelter serving the Brazos Valley and surrounding counties that accepts a variety of species, Paws and Claws treated 1,000 animals in the past year. Their mission is to rehabilitate injured and orphaned wildlife with the goal of releasing them back into the wild as well as educating the public about wildlife.

Paws and Claws' website:
https://www.pawsandclawswildlife.org/

For easy access to social media and donation links: https://linktr.ee/pawsandclawswildliferehab

Ep 39: 1st Anniversary Celebration for Tune In & Level Up

Sun, 27 Aug 2023 15:00:00 -0500

Tune In & Level Up was launched on July 27, 2022, and in this episode the host, Glenda Hovenkamp, reflects on recording 38 episodes with amazing guests, who opened their hearts and shared their stories so generously. Thank you for a terrific first year!

Ep 38: Troy Moon and Micki Eubanks, Experienced Thru-Hikers Share Best Memories and Best Practices for Successful Hikes

Sat, 19 Aug 2023 16:00:00 -0500

Troy Moon and Micki Eubanks, fellow business teachers whom Glenda has known for many years, are fit, experienced thru-hikers with lots of stories about their trail adventures. Tune in to hear them talk about their favorite trails, the prettiest and the scariest. Along with recommendations about essential and non-essential gear, listen well and you'll hear what they have to say about "trail magic" and "forest bathing." According to Troy and Micki, we would ALL benefit from experiencing more of both!

Ep 37: Lisa Morlan - The Intersection of Dental Hygiene, Wanderlust, and Mission Work

Wed, 16 Aug 2023 21:00:00 -0500

Lisa Morlan is a young professional with a high level of expertise and an immense love for travel. Tune in to find out just how many countries she has crossed off her bucket list. Along the way she said yes to combining travel with service work, and she came face to face with her "why." Combining several loves (children, dental hygiene, and travel), she has a heightened sense of purpose that brings her a great deal of joy and satisfaction! Tune in to hear her story!

Ep 36: Rudi Riekstins, Business and Leadership Coach, Shares The Secret To Having A 10 Out Of 10 Marriage... And A 10 Out Of 10 Life!

Sat, 24 Jun 2023 06:00:00 -0500

Love is in the air in this episode, as Rudi Riekstins offers a window into his own marriage and ways he leveled up in his thinking, intentions, and actions, which positively transformed his self-worth and changed his life.

He shares about the power of self-mastery and how it is the key to success in an individual's personal life as well as in business leadership.

Visit RudiRiekstins.com: https://www.rudiriekstins.com/ to learn about the business leadership coaching Rudi offers, and gain access to his podcast, The InPowered Life, and his free book, How to Scale Your Business by Aligning Your Team With Your Vision: https://www.rudiriekstins.com/freebook.

Ep 35: Guida Yazdani of Campertunity - Featured On MomTheMag.com As Top-Five Finalist For Canada's Total Mom Pitch Competition

Mon, 19 Jun 2023 13:00:00 -0500

Recently, it was my pleasure to write an article about Guida Yazdani for MomTheMag.com, an online publication that features mothers/entrepreneurs who are doing great things in the world. Guida is a good person with a great big heart. She is providing a much needed service for campers and campsite hosts through her company, Campertunity.

Check out the article:
GUITA YAZDANI, CEO AND CO-FOUNDER OF CAMPERTUNITY, TOP-FIVE IN CANADA’S TOTAL MOM PITCH, ON A MISSION TO CONNECT CAMPERS WITH UNIQUE CANADIAN CAMPSITES
https://momthemag.com/guita-yazdani-ceo-and-co-founder-of-campertunity-top-five-in-canadas-total-mom-pitch-on-a-mission-to-connect-campers-with-unique-canadian-campsites/

Visit Campertunity to explore campsites available on their website: https://campertunity.com/.

Ep 34: A Love Fest Celebrating A Life Well-Lived - Charlotte Andrews - With Her Daughters (My Nieces), Allison and Nancy, and My Sister Margaret

Sat, 21 Jan 2023 17:00:00 -0600

Charlotte Andrews lived a life so worthy of celebrating. Born on January 14, 1947, she passed away at the age of 75 on June 22, 2022. Just after her birthday recently, I arranged a conversation with her daughters, my nieces, Allison McCowan and Nancy Collins, who are now all grown up, married, with children of their own. My sister, Margaret, joined us in remembering just how loving and wonderful Charlotte was. She married our brother, Jeff, when Margaret was 16 and I was 13, but our memories of Charlotte began long before then because we all shared the same hometown, Cleveland, Texas.

Charlotte was one of the most faithful Christians I've ever known and a role model for loving others well. She was an expert baker and cook, and many Cleveland residents ordered cakes from her home bakery business. My personal favorite: her Italian Cream cake!

I will never forget her -- she was a true blessing, and the world is a better place because Charlotte's life made such a difference!

Ep 33: Tiesa Hollaway - A Life Filled with Challenges, Recovery, Transformation, Family, Love, and Meaningful Work!

Sun, 15 Jan 2023 09:00:00 -0600

Tiesa Hollaway is investing herself in others, professionally and personally, and she has a social media presence that is always uplifting and inspiring! She's a great role model for anyone who is facing challenges and needs a fresh dose of hope! If Tiesa can do it, we can do it! She suited up and showed up in 12-step recovery rooms, and her life is better because of it! Tune in to hear her story and find out about her role as Executive Director of Hill Country Community Ministries - https://www.hccm.org/.

Ep 32: Kristen O'Dell, NICU Nurse Practitioner And Founder Of NewMommyGuru.com

Sun, 08 Jan 2023 05:00:00 -0600

Kristen O'Dell has employed her Ivy League education as a Nurse Practitioner, accumulating over 20 years as a NICU nurse in New York. She has treated thousands of premies, full-term healthy babies, and regularly consults with new breastfeeding mothers while they are patients in her hospital. Tune in to learn about NewMommyGuru.com, an organization she founded to provide education and support to expectant and new mothers through her online and in-person services and courses. Anyone who loves babies will appreciate knowing more about this amazing health care expert!

NewMommyGuru.com: https://www.newmommyguru.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/newmommyguru
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/newmommyguru/

Ep 31: Glenda Hovenkamp - "The Best Is Yet To Come" (A Conversation About Aging and Facing the Future With Optimism!)

Sat, 31 Dec 2022 05:00:00 -0600

Glenda Hovenkamp's daughter, Sarah, interviewed Glenda for an episode on her podcast, The Inner Space Workshop, which is featured on Apple Music/Podcasts. This episode is a repost of their conversation on the topic of aging and facing the future with courage and optimism. At the time of this recording, there were no plans to launch Glenda's Tune In & Level Up Podcast and not a single episode had been recorded. Since August 2022, Glenda has recorded many interesting conversations on Tune In & Level Up with people who have done amazing things in leveling up and helping others transform their lives for the better! She'd be the first to tell you that she's the one who has benefitted most from these inspiring conversations, and she's grateful for everyone who has been part of her leveling up journey! From Tune In & Level Up -- best wishes for the happiest of holidays as 2022 draws to a close -- and for a very special year in 2023!

Ep 30: Maribel Cox, Glenda's Favorite Hair Stylist - On Serving Others, Soft Skills, Leadership, and Self-Care

Sat, 24 Dec 2022 05:00:00 -0600

Maribel Cox is more than a hair stylist -- in the ten years she's been offering her services to Glenda, she's become a friend! In this conversation, Glenda asks Maribel questions about having a career that helps people feel and look their best and combining customer service, stylist, and management skills in her role as a regional manager for her company. Bottom line.... it's all about being a good leader, listener, and a catalyst for inspiring people to be the best version of themselves. Maribel is a natural, and she's helping others to level up in these areas as well! The world would be a better place if we all had a "Maribel" in our lives!

Ep 29: Jeff McClain, A Radio Station Manager (KORG-LP 95.3 FM), Ham Radio Expert, And Glenda's Brother!

Sat, 17 Dec 2022 05:00:00 -0600

In this episode, Glenda and her brother, Jeff McClain, talk about his lifelong passion for ham radio, how radio broadcasting made for some big adventures, including his years in the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam War and since then. He's still enjoying ham radio and his work with KORG-LP 95.3 FM Radio in Cleveland, which you can find online at KORG's website: http://korglp.com/. KORGLP

Ep 28: Cynthia Davis - Retired Career Military, Currently an Educator, and a Published Author

Sat, 10 Dec 2022 05:00:00 -0600

Meet one of the most positive citizens of the human race! Cynthia Davis is a remarkable combination of drive and tender-heart as a professional woman. She has a string of successes as retired career military, and has been adding to her achievements in her 2nd career as a high school business teacher. This worker bee still managed to carve out time to publish a Christian devotional book, titled The Spoken Word: Changing Your Life Through the Word.

Cynthia's attitude of gratitude and heart full of faith are refreshing and encouraging. In a sea of folks who are full of complaints and glass-half-empty perspectives, Cynthia is a breath of fresh air!

To find her book on Amazon: The Spoken Word

Ep 27: Tiffany Wheeler, Educator and Entrepreneur (Founder of The Hive Method)

Sat, 03 Dec 2022 05:00:00 -0600

Tiffany Wheeler is a high school teacher and Department Chair of the Career and Technology Department at Westwood High and one of Glenda's co-workers. They have known each other for 15 years, and in this conversation Glenda asked all kinds of questions about the business Tiffany founded -- The Hive Method, which is all about decorating, prepping, and managing AirB&B rental properties, her own as well as for others. Find out how this multi-talented entrepreneur/educator is using her creative and leadership skills in her own leveling up journey.

Website: www.thehivemethod.com
Instagram: thehivemethodATX
Facebook: THMatx
email: tiffany@thehivemethod.com

Ep 26: Diane Daniel - Trains Humans AND Their Pets To Be Better And Happier Partners!

Sat, 26 Nov 2022 05:00:00 -0600

Diane Daniel is a dog trainer who only offers dog training in Sun City, Texas. She is training Glenda's 10-month-old boxer puppy, Ellie, and Diane is a bit of a miracle worker. No doubt about it, Diane trains HUMANS to consistently communicate what they expect from their pets and reward good behavior. So, it's safe to say Diane is training Glenda even more than Ellie. Tune in to their conversation about developing happier, healthier canine/human partnerships.

Ep 25: Sandra Self, A Nurse Practitioner, Dog Lover, Boxer Breeder --- And A Dear Friend!

Sat, 19 Nov 2022 05:00:00 -0600

Sandra Self played a big role in a happy memory. The most special memories related to faith and family top Glenda's list. But, not far below are heartwarming memories of adding puppies to their family unit.

During the pandemic in April 2020 when few people were traveling, Glenda and her husband went on a big trip from Austin, Texas to Sandra's home a few hours from Charlotte, North Carolina to pick up one of Sandra's puppies. He was one of Sandra's favorites, and Glenda will be forever grateful she entrusted this baby to them. They named him "Tripp" because of the big trip they took to get him -- plus, he IS A TRIP!

Sandra doesn't currently have any available puppies and might not have another litter for a long while. But, when she does, this Nurse Practitioner and her family invest heart and soul into loving, nurturing, and matching their babies with just the right families. Glenda and Sandra have stayed in touch and never tire of talking about their love for the boxer breed.... and Tripp, who is now 2-1/2.

Ep 24: The Dog Alliance - Helping Dogs And Humans Level Up Through Their Hounds For Heroes And Learning Academy Programs

Sat, 12 Nov 2022 05:00:00 -0600

Debi Krakar, the Founder and Executive Director of The Dog Alliance, a non-profit organization in Cedar Park, Texas, is leading an organization whose mission is to train service dogs and family pets so that the people who live with these animals -- and their furry friends -- can live happier, more productive lives. Dogs can add so much joy to a family! When well-trained and matched with a human with disabilities, they can help them overcome obstacles and many of the things that seemed impossible for them prior to being matched with one of the The Dog Alliance's Hounds for Heroes service dogs.

Contact information:
Debi Krakar
Executive Director
Debi@TheDogAlliance.org
512 576-8300
1321 W. New Hope Drive
Cedar Park, TX 78613

The Dog Alliance is an accredited member of Assistance Dogs International.

Home: https://www.thedogalliance.org/

To Donate: https://give.thedogalliance.org/give/170031/#!/donation/checkout

To Learn More About Their Puppy Raising Program: https://academy.thedogalliance.org/w/events/69-volunteer-to-foster-and-train-a-future-service-dog

Ep 23: Tim and Glori Winders - How Digital Nomads Are Able To Travel, Author Books, Host A Podcast, And Run A Business While On The Move!

Sat, 05 Nov 2022 05:00:00 -0500

Tim and Glori Winders seemed to have it all before experiencing the financial reverses so many people experienced in 2008-2009. Their response to losing their businesses and their home was to regroup and take to the road. You can hear their whole story in season one of Tim's podcast - Seek, Go, Create. He's also interviewed some of the most amazing guests on business and spiritual topics.

Tim's new novel, Coach, is captivating and thought-provoking! Tim and Glori have co-authored books on marriage, and Glori has authored cookbooks that feature healthful recipes.

Their redefined version of "success" is refreshing and inspiring!

Links for Tim:
FB: https://www.facebook.com/SeekGoCreate/

IG: https://www.instagram.com/SeekGoCreate/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-4BK0v7R7ZgOuaNRa3MrWA

Twitter: https://twitter.com/SeekGoCreate

Podcast: SeekGoCreate.com - https://seekgocreate.com/

Website: TimWinders.com - https://timwinders.com/

Links for Glori:
IG: https://www.instagram.com/liveglorified/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/glori.winders

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9kW93kxHg5dmQTACyvxhSg/videos

Website: LiveGlorified.com - https://liveglorified.com/

Their Books (all available on Amazon):
Coach: A Story of Success Redefined (Tim Winders)
40 Days to a Marriage That Sizzles (Tim and Glori Winders)
40 Days to Becoming a Better Husband (Tim and Glori Winders)
40 Days to Becoming a More Treasured Wife (Tim and Glori Winders)
The Top 21 Quick & Easy Paleo Recipes: Eat Healthy, Lose Weight, Feel Great (Glori Winders)
The All New Yeast Free Cooking: 7th Edition (Glori Winders)

Ep 22: Maria Alejandra Munoz, A Super Star In Finance And Business Development, Is In The Flow With A New Book Launching Soon

Sat, 29 Oct 2022 05:00:00 -0500

After earning a business degree in Columbia, Maria Alejandra Munoz was living the high life after gaining years of experience in a career in finance, yet something was missing. Life and God seemed to divinely lead her to opportunities that transformed her spiritually and professionally. She became an expert at business development for online businesses while working for celebrity entrepreneurs. What drives her? Tune in to find out and learn about Maria's journey and the book she'll be launching soon! Maria is a breath of fresh air, guaranteed to inspire and uplift listeners!

Find Maria on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imariamunoz/

Ep 21: Brad Aronson, Author Of Human Kind, Changing The World One Small Act Of Kindness At A Time

Sat, 22 Oct 2022 05:00:00 -0500

Brad Aronson is the author of the National Bestseller HumanKind: Changing the World One Small Act At a Time. All proceeds from his book go to Big Brothers Big Sisters.

Brad is deeply involved with youth nonprofits, and he’s on the boards of Big Brothers Big Sisters and Hopeworks. Brad also teaches entrepreneurship to students in Camden, NJ. Everyone in his class starts their own business, which has led to many adventures in entrepreneurship.

Brad and his family live in Philadelphia.

Brad's website: https://www.bradaronson.com/about/

Ep 20: Gary Martinez, A Single Dad Raising An Autistic Daughter, Helping Parents, Sharing What He's Learned About Autism

Sat, 15 Oct 2022 06:00:00 -0500

Gary Martinez knew zero about autism until his own daughter was diagnosed as a preschooler. Sink-or-swim crash course style, he began learning how to support his daughter, who is now a teenager. He has gained many tools and resources and has valuable advice for other autism parents, especially when it comes to self-care. Burnout is a "thing," and he is on a mission to offer what he has learned in service to others. His positive approach to life is so uplifting and practical! Parents, educators, and healthcare workers will want to tune in to learn more about the resources Gary is offering!

Bio:
Gary Martinez Jr.
Father of Two
Inspirational Speaker
One-on-One Coaching
Book Author: Living Life Through Their Eyes, Our Journey Together On The Autism Spectrum
Personal Fitness Trainer

Helps Autism Parents Who Suffer Burnout Using Three Self Care Strategies

Contact Gary:
Gary's Website: https://www.autismstar.net/
Email: Garymartinez650@gmail.com
Facebook: Gary Martinez Jr
Instagram: gary_martinez_jr
Tik Tok: @garymartinezjr
YouTube: Gary Martinez Jr
LinkedIn: Gary Martinez Jr

Ep 19: Rebecca Viola, Driven International Ministries - She's "All In" Serving In Zambia!

Sat, 08 Oct 2022 06:00:00 -0500

Rebecca Viola really isn't very different from you and me, except she didn't just donate to a cause -- she and her family packed up and moved to Zambia and have been serving there as missionaries for the past 7 years! In this episode, she shares the who, what, when, where, why, and how of landing there and committing for the long term. With her description, the dire need for orphan care and family support is understandable, and it's easy to grasp how even small contributions of prayer and financial support can make such a difference for Driven International Ministries and the families and orphans they serve.

Rebecca is a friend I met in my central Texas community just before she moved to Zambia, and I've followed her on social media ever since. Her faith in God and love for people is contagious, and she brings out the best in everyone she encounters! We can all use a dose of that kind of love!

Driven International Ministries website: https://www.driveninternationalministries.com/

Ep 18: Michael Janson of Legacy Farms - A Family Horse Business Born Out of The Janson Family's Passion for Horses and Winning!

Sat, 01 Oct 2022 06:00:00 -0500

Michael Janson is a partner in the Janson family's horse business, Legacy Farms, located near Boston, Massachusetts. In this episode, you'll hear about his history growing up in a family that is passionate about horses and his continued growth as a rider and competitor from elementary school through college! He was named Athlete of the Year as a member of the Equestrian Team at Boston University and graduated with a degree in Finance. You'll learn how his love for working with horses drew him back to the family horse business to launch Legacy Farms with the goal of building a business that brings great horses to great people. Horse lovers will LOVE every minute of this conversation with Michael!

Legacy Farms' website: https://www.legacyhorsefarms.com/

Ep 17: Kim Moore, Founder of Smiling Again Podcast and an Amazing Organization called "Blossome"

Sat, 24 Sep 2022 06:00:00 -0500

Kim Moore's story is both happy and sad. She experienced what she describes as "a great big love," but she also experienced tremendous loss due to the effects of alcoholism and the way it ravaged her family.

Kim has done the work of processing her own grief, upping her game regarding self-care, and increasing her awareness and understanding about the family disease of alcoholism. Her hard work paid off - she really is SMILING AGAIN! Now, she is able to pay it forward in monumental ways by assisting others who are living with active alcoholism or recovering from the loss of a loved one or a broken relationship.

Tune in to learn more about the podcast she created - Smiling Again - and the organization she founded to offer support and love to people in the trenches, needing compassion and help just like she did -- the name of this beautiful organization is: "Blossome."

The Blossome website is: https://www.blossome.support/

Smiling Again Podcast: https://www.blossome.support/smiling-again-podcast/

To reach out to Kim Moore, Blossome's founder, email: Kim.moore@blossome.support

She will welcome your interest and contributions!

Ep 16: Dr. Kimberly Janson - Business Expert, Executive, and Author Shares About Unleashing Potential

Sat, 17 Sep 2022 06:00:00 -0500

If you want to know how to level up your business, select the right leaders for your team, and continually offer them excellent professional development, Dr. Kimberly Janson is a business coach and consultant you need to meet! I am a big fan because she's the real deal! In this episode, you'll learn about the company she founded, Janson Associates, the books she has authored, and the ways she is making the world a better place through helping companies in the leveling up process!

Her company website is: https://www.jansonassociates.com/

Her books (both available on Amazon and on her website):

Demystifying Talent Management: Unleash People's Potential to Delivery Superior Results
and
Determining Leadership Potential: Powerful Insights to Winning at the Talent Game

The companion website for her new book offering free resources:
https://www.determiningleadershippotential.com/

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

The family horse business referred to in the episode is Legacy Farms: https://www.legacyhorsefarms.com/

Ep 15: Anniston Riekstins - The Magic of Living An Intuitively-Led Life!

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 10:00:00 -0500

Full disclosure, Anniston Riekstins is Glenda's daughter, and far more -- in so many ways, she has been Glenda's mentor, coach, and one of her best friends. Anniston has been a lifelong learner, an avid reader, and a self-help course enthusiast. She has a degree in Advertising/Public Relations and a couple of decades of experience in the advertising and cruise industries. She is currently an executive with Effy Jewelry and a partner in a coaching business she shares with her husband, Rudi -- InPower University. In the near future, she will be launching a book which is nearing the publishing stage.

Anniston's coaching business: https://www.inpoweruniversity.com/meet-anniston

Ep 14: Lauren Burchfield - Sports Agent Helping Pro Athletes With Career Options -- She's A Personal Trainer -- PLUS She Lost 80 Lbs Herself!

Sat, 03 Sep 2022 14:00:00 -0500

Lauren Burchfield LOVES sports! She has a Master's degree in Sports Management atop Bachelor's degrees in Behavioral Science and Business. and she offers her services to athletes, coaches, and business professionals in the sports industry. They often hire her when they have been overlooked or are experiencing a loss of momentum in their careers. She asks the right questions to determine how committed they are to continuing work in the sport they love, and helps them navigate from there.

Lauren is also a certified fitness trainer and highly knowledgeable about healthy nutrition. She put all the principles into practice that she offers her clients, and lost 80 pounds herself!

She founded and heads up the Sports Leadership & Development Association at West Virginia University.

Her sports management and marketing agency is: Level Up Sports.

Her website is: levelup-better.com
https://www.levelup-better.com/

Her IG is: lb.athlete2agent
https://www.instagram.com/lb.athlete2agent/

Her FB: lb.athlete2agent
https://www.facebook.com/lbathlete2agent-106172318842002/

She'll be launching a podcast soon!

Ep 13: Alison Jacobson - A Coach For Women In Mid-Life And A Champion Even After Experiencing The 4 D's: Death, Disability, Debt, And Divorce!!!!

Sat, 27 Aug 2022 09:00:00 -0500

Alison Jacobson has experienced the death of a child, divorce, family members with disabilities, debt, bankruptcy.... and much more! Yet, she has an "I can" attitude and a full-of-joy, wonderful life at age 56! She is a problem-solver and thriver, and coaches others to help them experience their unique version of a wonderful life!

She has a course launching in October: "Confidence Equals Cash;" and a book coming out in November: Daily Inspirations for Women in Mid-Life. You can access information about her coaching, course, and book, including her FREE "Five Steps to Release Fear and Live Boldly" offering, on her website:

https://alison-jacobson.com/

Alison's Facebook page is: https://www.facebook.com/AlisonJacobsonMidlifeMaven

Her Private FB Page is: Midlife Mavericks Fabulous Fierce Females
(https://www.facebook.com/groups/midlifemavericks)

Her IG is: https://www.instagram.com/_alisonjacobson/

To email Host Glenda Hovenkamp: TuneInLevelUp@gmail.com.

Ep 12: Collin Hughes Shares On The Heartbreak Of Losing A Granddaughter To Suicide

Sat, 20 Aug 2022 15:00:00 -0500

On June 10, 2022, Collin Hughes' 15-year-old granddaughter took her own life. Collin is using his public speaking skills to promote suicide awareness, appealing to anyone contemplating suicide to reach out for help -- and encouraging families who have lost a loved one to get support.

Collin wants everyone to know -- A SUICIDE AND CRISIS LIFELINE is available by dialing 988 on your phone: https://988lifeline.org/current-events/the-lifeline-and-988/

There are some raw, real moments in Collin's share, but even more, he's truly a positive, loving, upbeat character. He's retired from a couple of big adventures (you'll have to listen to find out more!), but a fun fact is that he's a voice actor! (Google him!)

You can reach Collin through his website: https://stopsuicide.life/.

To email Host Glenda Hovenkamp: TuneInLevelUp@gmail.com.

Ep 11: Karl Riekstins - On His Hobby, Paramotoring, And ALL The Ways He Has Leveled Up In Life!!!

Sun, 14 Aug 2022 07:00:00 -0500

Karl Riekstins is like family to me -- he is the brother of my adorable son-in-law, Rudi. I've admired Karl for a long time - his entrepreneurial and photography skills, and his big, loving personality! In this episode, he shares about an intensive leadership course he took through Heartcore Leadership (heartcoreleadership.com) (HCL) that required him to set a major stretch goal. He chose one that was linked to a lifelong dream of flying. He completed the training and bought all of the equipment to begin PARAMOTORING (paragliding with a motor) -- and, he's in love with this new hobby!

You know how leveling up works: level up in one area, and it usually affects several others in your life! Tune in to be inspired by all the ways Karl is leveling up in his relationships and in his business, GreXen: https://www.cincinnatihoodcleaning.com/.

Karl's Instagram Videos: https://www.instagram.com/p/ChBalA7lriWfGwn0DGKVWp2TZIC1siK8SLuRRE0/
https://www.instagram.com/p/Cg2BwWpAG3moBGMMD03DB1SFzhyKU8xPwMK3fA0/

To email Host Glenda Hovenkamp: TuneInLevelUp@gmail.com.

Ep 10: Kathy Leckey, TEDx Speaker, Self-Care Coach -- The Terrible/Wonderful Ways Her Life Changed When Her Husband Went To Prison

Sun, 07 Aug 2022 14:00:00 -0500

Several years ago, surface-level, the family Kathy Leckey and her husband built looked very well put together. They had three beautiful children and all the trappings of success. They were running their own business --- until her husband was convicted of a crime and ended up in prison. Before things got better, they got a lot worse. Understandably, Kathy was worried about a lot of things: finances, employment, protecting her children from the fallout, and her marriage.

Very early in the process, Kathy shared her story as a TEDx speaker, which was a turning point for her. Tune in to learn how Kathy survived and over time began to THRIVE.

She invested a great deal in her own recovery, and now has her own coaching business and is devoted to helping others level up with regard to self-care!

Kathy's Website: https://kathyleckey.com/

Kathy's Ted Talk: https://youtu.be/wWmL4MRgv6E

Kathy's book (My Self Care Sh*t: The Workbook): https://www.amazon.com/dp/0578375648/ref=sr_1_1?crid=144LWGNUKXFU1&keywords=my+self+care+sh*t&qid=1645374977&sprefix=my+self+care+sh+t%2Caps%2C93&sr=8-1

To contact Host Glenda Hovenkamp: TuneInLevelUp@gmail.com

Ep 9: Dr. Sarah Pospos, A Psychiatrist Specializing in Perinatal and Sports Psychiatry

Sat, 06 Aug 2022 14:00:00 -0500

Dr. Sarah Pospos is a licensed psychiatrist in California, serving patients who are suffering with burnout, depression, anxiety or other distress that interferes with school, work, relationships, or daily responsibilities. She specializes in perinatal and sports psychiatry and has a personal stake in both specialties. She is a young mother herself, AND she was a former athlete. She helps manage medication needs of women who are trying to conceive, are pregnant, recently gave birth, or are breastfeeding. Likewise, atheletes often have special needs with regard to medications. She knows which ones are a hard "no" to avoid disqualification from a sport and those that might cause undesired weight gain or changes in performance. Dr. Pospos is actually a good fit for all high-performers, individuals who are driven, highly responsible, and over-stressed.

Dr. Pospos' "Lifestyle Telepsychiatry" website: https://www.lifestyletelepsychiatry.com/

Free Resources she offers to ALL: https://www.lifestyletelepsychiatry.com/subscribe

Her Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Lifestyle-Telepsychiatry-105301535595853

Her Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifestyletelepsychiatry/

To email Host Glenda Hovenkamp: TuneInLevelUp@gmail.com

Ep 8: Mandy Alexis - 3 Years Clean After A 16-Year Cocaine Addiction, How She Recovered And Maintains A Clean Lifestyle

Fri, 05 Aug 2022 11:00:00 -0500

Mandy Alexis' life is now centered around healthy choices: good daily nutrition, hydration, exercise, meditation, affirmations, like-minded friendships, creative art, and a business she can run from anywhere in the world. This beautiful life is very different from the one she was living 5, 10, 15 years ago! She spent 16 years as a functional cocaine addict, and for five of those years, she was a dealer. With generosity and transparency, Mandy shares how she recovered and now leads the clean life she knew in her heart was right for her.

Find Mandy's art at Mandy Alexis Motivation: https://mandyalexismotivation.ca/

Mandy's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyalexismotivation/

To email Host Glenda Hovenkamp: TuneInLevelUp@gmail.com.

Ep 7: Sarah Waisler - Health Coach and Founder of The Mind Body Magic - Her Personal Health Journey, From Wheelchair and Feeding Tube to FULL RECOVERY!

Thu, 04 Aug 2022 20:00:00 -0500

Sarah Waisler is a Health Coach and Founder of her own coaching program, The Mind Body Magic. In this episode, she shares how she had extreme health challenges and heartbreaking diagnoses. She went to doctor after doctor and tried everything to no avail. In this episode, Sarah tells how she was restored to full health and offers a window into her passion for serving women who are suffering from trauma, anxiety, and health issues.

To reach out to her with questions and learn more about her coaching program, DM her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahwaisler/.

To reach host Glenda Hovenkamp, email: TuneInLevelUp@gmail.com.

Ep 6: Karin Nelson, Certified Confidence Divorce Coach, Helps Women Reconnect With Themselves and Redefine Their Identity After Divorce

Tue, 02 Aug 2022 20:00:00 -0500

Karin Nelson is the founder of her own business, Karin Nelson Coaching. She is a Certified Confidence Divorce Coach, and helps divorcees reconnect with themselves by redefining their identify in this new space after divorce. She helps clients create emotional resiliency by learning to take back control of their own emotional life, creating a life of true independence through building confidence and trust in themselves and their capabilities.

On this episode, Karin addresses issues common to those going through a divorce: loneliness, codependency, self-love, self-care, and emotional resiliency.

Her website is: https://www.karinnelsoncoaching.com/

Her private Facebook page is: https://www.facebook.com/groups/becomingyouafterdivorce

Her podcast is: Becoming You Again (available on all major platforms)

Her Instagram is: https://www.instagram.com/karinnelsoncoaching/?hl=en

To contact your host, Glenda Hovenkamp, email: TuneInLevelUp@gmail.com.

Ep 5: Glenda and Martha Talk About Sponsorship in the Al-Anon Program

Mon, 01 Aug 2022 15:00:00 -0500

Your Host, Glenda Hovenkamp, has been in the Al-Anon program for seven years, and for five of those years, Martha has been her sponsor. A sponsor's role is to guide a member through the steps and beyond. They are typically a member's go-to for learning how to apply program principles in day-to-day situtions. Martha has been in the Al-Anon program for 39 years and has a wealth of experience, strength, and hope to share with her sponsees. Glenda is one of several other Al-Anons who are blessed to call Martha their sponsor.

To contact Glenda, email: TuneInLevelUp@gmail.com.

Ep 4: Colette Goldthorpe, Founder of Nourish Wellness Sanctuary - How To Reconnect With the Magic and Flow of Life!

Sun, 31 Jul 2022 16:00:00 -0500

Colette is passionate about all things wellness!

Shas been on her own personal growth path for many years. In learning to rise above debilitating anxiety, she's worked hard to develop a toolbelt full of tools. She's human -- like all of us, she still experiences anxiety from time to time, but after investing in her self-care for many years, she is THRIVING and sharing all she's learned with others through the company she founded, Nourish Wellness Sanctuary. Having learned how empowering it is to understand and embrace her own sensitivities, she knows how to moment-by-moment step into her light, shine, and get heart-centered. Through coaching, workshops, and courses, she is empowering others to do the same!

Colette is certified in Mindfulness, Meditation and is a certified Holistic Health & Life Coach through the Health Coach Institute. Deeply believing in our ability to create our lives, overcome challenges, heal, re-discover and step into our beautiful selves, she holds belief for people even in moments when they are unable to believe for themselves!

She believes Energy is everything -- including the power of words -- and getting heart-centered, taking a breath, and getting grounded in the present is one of the keys to reconnecting with the magic and flow of life.

Personally, she loves dogs, is a runner (especially in nature), and meditation nourishes her soul.

To find out more about Colette's services, visit Nourish Wellness Sanctuary: https://www.nourishwellnesssanctuary.com/.

To contact Glenda, email: TuneInLevelUp@gmail.com.

Ep 3: Daughter Sarah and Glenda Hovenkamp - A Conversation About 12-Step Recovery and Al-Anon

Fri, 29 Jul 2022 17:00:00 -0500

Sarah Hovenkamp is (among other things!) a content writer, artist, photographer, and a plant guru -- AND, the host of her own podcast, The Inner Space Workshop. Get to know Glenda Hovenkamp, the host of Tune In & Level Up, a little better as her daughter, Sarah, interviews her about her experience with 12-Step Recovery in the Al-Anon program.

You can find The Inner Space Workshop on most platforms, including Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/show/5YatlMREGR8JEHWJGDjWL3

You can email Glenda at: TuneInLevelUp@gmail.com.

Ep 2: Eric Bauberger on Creating Ease and Flow Towards Your Greatest Potential

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 21:00:00 -0500

Eric is a Holistic Well-Being Coach, Motivational Entertainer, Musician, and Physical Therapist who guides self-aware individuals to tune their minds and bodies to create ease and flow towards their greatest potential. He learned to use fear as fuel rather than as a negative, and he developed a special relationship with surrender.

To access his website, Instagram, and Rrhea Music, visit: https://linktr.ee/ezenflow.

To find him on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eric.john981/.

Eric writes music that infuses the healing messages of the many great teachers of consciousness as a way to help others realize their capacity to transform. Music is the medium through which he's been able to process, express, and gain clarity on the truest parts of himself.

To reach Glenda, email: TuneInLevelUp@gmail.com.

Ep 1: Diane Byron on Living a Life That Is Unstoppable!

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 16:00:00 -0500

After a 25-year career in nursing, Diane founded her own coaching business. She's a two-time cancer survivor, hiked the Grand Canyon in a day, is a coach for midlife women who get to have extraordinary second halfs of their lives. She is committed to having a big impact, convinced that everyone gets to go from STUCK to UNSTOPPABLE!

Email: dianembyron@gmail.com

Her coaching program is called: Unstoppable Heart Coaching

https://m.facebook.com/pg/UnstoppableHeartCoaching/videos/

https://www.facebook.com/UnstoppableHeartCoaching/

To reach Glenda, email: TuneInLevelUp@gmail.com.