Moxie Unfiltered Fri, 06 Mar 2026 02:29:45 -0500 http://www.moxiemama.tv en-us © 2026 Moxie Unfiltered yes Support this Podcast 64bd317b-95fe-5ff0-a813-7def116c43c2 Sam Ditka episodic true Moxie Unfiltered is the next generation of Meant for Moxie. While we still have conversations with everyday people who’ve done extraordinary things, I’m no longer holding back. 


Life is too short for polite conversations that go nowhere. We are talking about what fires us up—culture, health and wellness, some politics, all with everyday people who refuse to be small. 


A little bold. A little messy. And exactly what we need right now. 

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Empowerment, society, aging, current events, politics, community, wellness, boldness, confidence, disruption Sam Ditka https://storage.buzzsprout.com/8i73wqi9myco9xjva960lwr25uyo?.jpg Moxie Unfiltered http://www.moxiemama.tv Meet my Obi Wan, Colleen-Joy Page of Inner Life Skills Coaching Meet my Obi Wan, Colleen-Joy Page of Inner Life Skills Coaching Colleen-Joy changed my life.  No hyperbole there, she really did.  

I connected with her during the pandemic and ended up being inspired to get my coaching certifications and work towards international accredidation.  

Colleen founded Inner Life Skills coaching, and she has a compelling origin story.  In keeping with this podcast theme of "everyday people doing extraordinary things," I know you will enjoy hearing her tale.

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I connected with her during the pandemic and ended up being inspired to get my coaching certifications and work towards international accredidation.  

Colleen founded Inner Life Skills coaching, and she has a compelling origin story.  In keeping with this podcast theme of "everyday people doing extraordinary things," I know you will enjoy hearing her tale.

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]]> https://moxiemama.tv Sam Ditka Buzzsprout-14410276 Tue, 30 Jan 2024 21:00:00 -0500 4176 coaching, enneagram, self development, self improvement 29 full false Ridley Pearson: Disney freak and author Ridley Pearson: Disney freak and author Best-selling author Ridley Pearson joins me to discuss his career, his band, and his newest Disney YA novel in the Kingdom Keepers series.

As a family who LOVES Disney and loves to read, this guest is extra special!  I've been a big fan of Ridley's thrillers for years, and loved introducing our boys to this series as well as "Peter and the Starcatchers."

You can learn more about the author HERE, and make sure to visit our sponsor, Marco Pelusi Haircare HERE.


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]]> Best-selling author Ridley Pearson joins me to discuss his career, his band, and his newest Disney YA novel in the Kingdom Keepers series.

As a family who LOVES Disney and loves to read, this guest is extra special!  I've been a big fan of Ridley's thrillers for years, and loved introducing our boys to this series as well as "Peter and the Starcatchers."

You can learn more about the author HERE, and make sure to visit our sponsor, Marco Pelusi Haircare HERE.


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]]> Sam Ditka Buzzsprout-12665955 Mon, 17 Apr 2023 09:00:00 -0400 2881 28 full false The REAL Roberta Blevins, MLM survivor part two The REAL Roberta Blevins, MLM survivor part two Featured in the Prime documentary, LulaRich, Roberta Blevins started a podcast and an anti-MLM movement. Roberta joins us for part two to discuss the pyramid-y qualities of *almost* all MLMs and how they border on cult mentality to manipulate their members.

Roberta stuck around after our first episode to answer a few more questions.  Make sure you check out her podcast, Life After MLM as well as the Lularich doc to learn more.

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]]> Featured in the Prime documentary, LulaRich, Roberta Blevins started a podcast and an anti-MLM movement. Roberta joins us for part two to discuss the pyramid-y qualities of *almost* all MLMs and how they border on cult mentality to manipulate their members.

Roberta stuck around after our first episode to answer a few more questions.  Make sure you check out her podcast, Life After MLM as well as the Lularich doc to learn more.

Meant for Moxie is sponsored by Marco Pelusi haircare.  Visit his site at www.marcopelusi.com and sign up to receive 15% off your order!

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]]> Sam Ditka Buzzsprout-12307937 Wed, 22 Feb 2023 16:00:00 -0500 1299 cult, MLM, anti MLM, direct sales, pyramid scheme, 4 25 full true MORE fabulous! Part 2 with Marco Pelusi MORE fabulous! Part 2 with Marco Pelusi Bonus material with Marco Pelusi...celebrity dish, current trends, products, and White Lotus? YES!

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]]> Sam Ditka Buzzsprout-12244666 Mon, 13 Feb 2023 15:00:00 -0500 1312 beauty, celebrity, haircare, hair trends, white lotus 27 full true The FABULOUS Marco Pelusi The FABULOUS Marco Pelusi Marco Pelusi shares his extraordinary success story, how he stays grounded, as well as celeb dish and style tips.

Marco grew up in my hometown and dealt with the usual teen growing pains, but also coming to terms with who he really is.  He tells how he overcame fear to live his authentic life and find his life's work

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Marco grew up in my hometown and dealt with the usual teen growing pains, but also coming to terms with who he really is.  He tells how he overcame fear to live his authentic life and find his life's work

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]]> Sam ditka Buzzsprout-11980327 Wed, 04 Jan 2023 16:00:00 -0500 3516 26 full true The REAL Roberta Blevins, MLM survivor Part one The REAL Roberta Blevins, MLM survivor Part one LulaRoe survivor Roberta Blevins talks multi-level marketing and cult environments.

Her podcast, Life After MLM, can be found on your favorite listening platforms.

The LulaRich Documentary from Amazon Prime can we viewed HERE

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Her podcast, Life After MLM, can be found on your favorite listening platforms.

The LulaRich Documentary from Amazon Prime can we viewed HERE

If you suspect. you are involved in a high-control group and need help to leave, please visit the link HERE for resources and advice.

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]]> Sam Ditka Buzzsprout-11094272 Sun, 07 Aug 2022 12:19:46 -0400 4151 cult, MLM, anti MLM, direct sales, pyramid scheme, 3 24 full true Annmarie Espina on ADHD Annmarie Espina on ADHD Rather than rely on medications and focus on the disadvantages of ADHD, Annmarie created a method to harness the POWER of her diagnosis. She's been a tremendous resource for me on my ADHD journey.

You can find Annmarie on Instagram HERE and keep in touch via her website HERE.  That second link will also take you to her podcast, which is definitely worth a listen if you or someone you know has ADHD.

Wondering if you have ADHD?  You can visit ADHD Online to find a licensed/certified practitioner for a diagnosis.

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]]> Rather than rely on medications and focus on the disadvantages of ADHD, Annmarie created a method to harness the POWER of her diagnosis. She's been a tremendous resource for me on my ADHD journey.

You can find Annmarie on Instagram HERE and keep in touch via her website HERE.  That second link will also take you to her podcast, which is definitely worth a listen if you or someone you know has ADHD.

Wondering if you have ADHD?  You can visit ADHD Online to find a licensed/certified practitioner for a diagnosis.

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]]> Sam Ditka Buzzsprout-11031141 Tue, 26 Jul 2022 13:00:00 -0400 2846 ADHD, coaching, success, wellness, entrepreneurship 3 23 full true Author Richard Mellor Author Richard Mellor Richard Mellor, author of "Surviving Doris," talks about near-death experiences, beating cancer, and writing his story.

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]]> Sam Ditka Buzzsprout-9725312 Wed, 15 Dec 2021 10:00:00 -0500 2607 cancer, survivor, author, books, survival story, 3 22 full false Holocaust survivor to viral Tik Tok--Gidon Lev with Julie Gray Holocaust survivor to viral Tik Tok--Gidon Lev with Julie Gray Gidon Lev and Julie Gray join me to talk about everything from the Holocaust to going viral on Tik Tok.

"The True Adventures of Gidon Lev: Rascal.  Holocaust Survivor. Optimist" can be found in paperback and Kindle form on Amazon HERE

The Real Adventures Tik Tok can be found HERE
...and the video that started it all HERE 

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]]> Gidon Lev and Julie Gray join me to talk about everything from the Holocaust to going viral on Tik Tok.

"The True Adventures of Gidon Lev: Rascal.  Holocaust Survivor. Optimist" can be found in paperback and Kindle form on Amazon HERE

The Real Adventures Tik Tok can be found HERE
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]]> Sam Ditka Buzzsprout-9671932 Mon, 06 Dec 2021 10:00:00 -0500 3246 tik tok, holocaust survivor, anti-semitism, survival story, love story, authors 3 21 full false India Oxenberg, Part 2 Stronger than Seduced India Oxenberg, Part 2 Stronger than Seduced India Oxenberg not only survived the trauma of the NXIVM cult and it's more sinister inner sex cult, DOS, but she has found new purpose from it.  Though the journey is not always easy, India (with her mom, Catherine Oxenberg) hopes to help others get help from high-control groups via the Oxenberg Foundation but is also embarking on another book and some production projects. 

India and I discuss the idea of post-traumatic GROWTH, finding a higher purpose after trauma as well as her self-care and stress management. 

India's book, "Still Learning," can be found HERE
Catherine Oxenberg's book (a mom's perspective on her daughter's trauma) can be found HERE

India and I discuss another book I've used for years: "Taming Your Gremlin" which may be found HERE 

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India and I discuss the idea of post-traumatic GROWTH, finding a higher purpose after trauma as well as her self-care and stress management. 

India's book, "Still Learning," can be found HERE
Catherine Oxenberg's book (a mom's perspective on her daughter's trauma) can be found HERE

India and I discuss another book I've used for years: "Taming Your Gremlin" which may be found HERE 

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]]> Sam Ditka Buzzsprout-8473594 Thu, 06 May 2021 16:55:49 -0400 2706 cult, NXIVM, high control groups, MLM, post traumatic growth, mental health, self care 20 full true Stronger Than Seduced: India Oxenberg Part 1 Stronger Than Seduced: India Oxenberg Part 1 Support the show

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]]> Sam Ditka Buzzsprout-7374418 Tue, 19 Jan 2021 12:05:10 -0500 4391 India Oxenberg, Cult, NXIVM, survival stories, true crime, catherine oxenberg, multi level marketing, MLM, Keith Raniere, Allison Mack, 2 18 full true BONUS Dr. Wecht: Crimesolver BONUS Dr. Wecht: Crimesolver Forensic expert, Dr. Cyril Wecht Is back to discuss some of his most notorious cases.  From OJ to Elvis, Epstein to JonBenet--we dig deep.  Because of the nature of his work, Dr Wecht speaks graphically and frankly about autopsy and many of the Injuries he has seen. 

For more Information about Dr. Wecht, his autobiography Is available HERE
Dr Wecht references his book on JonBenet Ramsey, which can be found HERE
And a third book with many of his famous cases Is linked HERE

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]]> Forensic expert, Dr. Cyril Wecht Is back to discuss some of his most notorious cases.  From OJ to Elvis, Epstein to JonBenet--we dig deep.  Because of the nature of his work, Dr Wecht speaks graphically and frankly about autopsy and many of the Injuries he has seen. 

For more Information about Dr. Wecht, his autobiography Is available HERE
Dr Wecht references his book on JonBenet Ramsey, which can be found HERE
And a third book with many of his famous cases Is linked HERE

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]]> Sam Ditka Buzzsprout-6845842 Mon, 14 Dec 2020 16:00:00 -0500 1631 full true Crimesolver: Dr Cyril Wecht Crimesolver: Dr Cyril Wecht I sat down with Dr Wecht to discuss his unique career path, disrupting his "Industry," and keeping balance with an emotionally difficult job. 

If you'd Iike to dig even deeper Into Dr. Wecht's life and career, you can grab his autobiography HERE .

To find out about careers In forensic science and law, visit https://www.duq.edu/about/centers-and-institutes/cyril-h-wecht-institute-of-forensic-science-and-law

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]]> I sat down with Dr Wecht to discuss his unique career path, disrupting his "Industry," and keeping balance with an emotionally difficult job. 

If you'd Iike to dig even deeper Into Dr. Wecht's life and career, you can grab his autobiography HERE .

To find out about careers In forensic science and law, visit https://www.duq.edu/about/centers-and-institutes/cyril-h-wecht-institute-of-forensic-science-and-law

Meant for Moxie Is sponsored by Smart Spirits and Mistify by Enspra, the two things we probably need the most In 2020!

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]]> Sam Ditka Buzzsprout-6751993 Tue, 08 Dec 2020 10:00:00 -0500 3031 2 17 full true Speaker and Disruptor Ryan Estis Speaker and Disruptor Ryan Estis National speaker and entrepreneur Ryan Estis shares his ideas on disruption, social media, and more

For more Information, you can check out Ryan's website at https://ryanestis.com/

Watch "Social Dilemma" on Netflix HERE 


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For more Information, you can check out Ryan's website at https://ryanestis.com/

Watch "Social Dilemma" on Netflix HERE 


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]]> Sam Ditka Buzzsprout-6018868 Thu, 22 Oct 2020 16:00:00 -0400 3233 entrepreneur, leadership coach, keynote speaker, disruption, social dilemma 2 full false Faith Over Fear in 2020 Faith Over Fear in 2020 Support the show

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]]> Sam Ditka Buzzsprout-5737009 Sun, 04 Oct 2020 18:00:00 -0400 2791 faith, 2020, covid, spirituality, feminism, christianity, inclusion, social justice 2 9 full false Meditation Minisode Meditation Minisode Support the show

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]]> Sam Ditka Buzzsprout-3605593 Sun, 03 May 2020 17:00:00 -0400 1713 meditation, relaxation, energy healing, anxiety 2 14 full false Donna Pinter of Blu Angels Donna Pinter of Blu Angels Donna, an empath and energy healer, discusses her calling, her practice, and the energy around our quarantine.

Donna can be found on Facebook at Blu Angels or on her artist website at www.donnapinter.com

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Donna can be found on Facebook at Blu Angels or on her artist website at www.donnapinter.com

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]]> Sam Ditka Buzzsprout-3605002 Sun, 03 May 2020 17:00:00 -0400 2880 energy healing, spirituality, covid-19, isolation, meditation 2 full false Message in a Bottle--Minisode Message in a Bottle--Minisode Support the show

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]]> Sam Ditka Buzzsprout-3349918 Mon, 13 Apr 2020 17:00:00 -0400 671 psychic, medium, messages, spirituality, 2 full false Eric Layman--psychic, medium Eric Layman--psychic, medium Support the show

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]]> Sam Ditka Buzzsprout-3348499 Mon, 13 Apr 2020 15:00:00 -0400 2499 entrepreneur, women in business, fashion design, ready to wear, mentorship 2 full false Riaz Patel on Empathy and Community Riaz Patel on Empathy and Community Support the show

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]]> Sam Ditka Buzzsprout-2895991 Mon, 02 Mar 2020 15:00:00 -0500 3561 empathy, election, news, media, reality TV, 2 full false Jen Mann on Midlife and Throat Punches Jen Mann on Midlife and Throat Punches Support the show

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]]> Sam Ditka Buzzsprout-2660260 Tue, 04 Feb 2020 17:00:00 -0500 3036 humor, midlife, Jen Mann, Author, full true I Survived More than Bundy--Kathy Kleiner Rubin I Survived More than Bundy--Kathy Kleiner Rubin Do you know there were women who survived Ted Bundy?  Do you actually know anything about his victims or survivors?  What does It say about us that we focus on the criminal and not the victims?

I had the pleasure of speaking with Bundy survivor, Kathy Kleiner Rubin about her experience, but also about how It shaped her mission In life and the friendships she's shared.

On this 42nd anniversary of the attack of the FSU Chi Omega house, join Kathy and me as we talk about finding a deep Inner strength...

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I had the pleasure of speaking with Bundy survivor, Kathy Kleiner Rubin about her experience, but also about how It shaped her mission In life and the friendships she's shared.

On this 42nd anniversary of the attack of the FSU Chi Omega house, join Kathy and me as we talk about finding a deep Inner strength...

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]]> Sam Ditka/Kathy Kleiner Rubin Buzzsprout-2487015 Mon, 13 Jan 2020 22:00:00 -0500 4450 true crime, Ted Bundy, serial killer, surviving a killer, Kathy Kleiner Rubin, murder, 2 1 full false Turney Duff Turney Duff Support the show

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]]> Sam Ditka Buzzsprout-2339549 Mon, 23 Dec 2019 09:00:00 -0500 2976 author, wall street, addiction, survival, success stories, bestselling author full true Teresa Lancaster of "The Keepers" Teresa Lancaster of "The Keepers" Clergy abuse survivor tells the story of turning her abuse into her life's calling.

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]]> Sam Ditka Buzzsprout-2220707 Wed, 04 Dec 2019 12:00:00 -0500 3749 survival, Netflix, The Keepers, clergy abuse, advocate, womens empowerment, strong women, full true Chbosky part 2 Chbosky part 2 Support the show

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]]> Sam Ditka Buzzsprout-2119953 Tue, 19 Nov 2019 15:00:00 -0500 2867 Stephen Chbosky, writer, NYT Bestsellers, , mental health, anxietyauthor, director, manifestation, success, creationPerks of Being a Wallflower, Imaginary Friend, wonder, movies, Beauty and the Beast, Rent full false Gemma Hoskins, part 2 Gemma Hoskins, part 2 Support the show

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]]> Sam Ditka Buzzsprout-2044620 Mon, 11 Nov 2019 18:00:00 -0500 1644 true crime, netflix, the keepers, women empowerment, confidence, cold case, full true Episode 1: Gemma Hoskins of Netflix "The Keepers" Episode 1: Gemma Hoskins of Netflix "The Keepers" Gemma Hoskins, one of two volunteer and amateur sleuths featured in "The Keepers" has been diligently investigating the murder of her beloved Sister Cathy Cesnik in November, 1969 in her retirement years.  

Since "The Keepers" aired in 2017, Hoskins has partnered with established podcaster Shane Waters and continues to interview witnesses, review available evidence, and advocate for the NUMEROUS survivors of abuse at the hand of Father Joseph Maskell, their high school counselor.  

Join me as I find out how Gemma found this second career as volunteer detective, what inspires her, and what she has planned next.  

Note: this interview is in two parts.  The second installment will include the latest on her investigations with Shane.  

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]]> Gemma Hoskins, one of two volunteer and amateur sleuths featured in "The Keepers" has been diligently investigating the murder of her beloved Sister Cathy Cesnik in November, 1969 in her retirement years.  

Since "The Keepers" aired in 2017, Hoskins has partnered with established podcaster Shane Waters and continues to interview witnesses, review available evidence, and advocate for the NUMEROUS survivors of abuse at the hand of Father Joseph Maskell, their high school counselor.  

Join me as I find out how Gemma found this second career as volunteer detective, what inspires her, and what she has planned next.  

Note: this interview is in two parts.  The second installment will include the latest on her investigations with Shane.  

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]]> Sam Ditka with Gemma Hoskins Buzzsprout-2008629 Wed, 06 Nov 2019 14:00:00 -0500 3309 true crime, Netflix The Keepers, Out of the Shadows Podcast, empowerment, catholic church, priest abuse, cold case files, unsolved murder, strong women, feminism, survivors 1 1 full true