Show Home Pages

Show Home Pages

RGC25-39. Fiona and Molly McIntosh. U Shape Us

Sara Troy

Raising Our Gifted Children with Sara Troy and her guests Fiona & Molly McIntosh, on air from September 30th

U Shape Us: The power of imagination to turn ideas into friendships

So many of our children carry creative gifts that go unseen. I first noticed this with my daughter Molly, when we used a simple imagination game to help her make friends. From that moment grew U Shape Us—our mother–daughter social enterprise creating playful imagination games to spark creativity, connection, and belonging across generations. Each time a child shares an idea and sees it welcomed, it builds self-esteem and the deeper belief: “I am someone whose ideas matter. I am creative.” Parents, grandparents, and teachers often tell us they’ve discovered a new side of their children through these games, as ideas turn into friendships and voices are heard. At its heart, our message is simple: you belong where your ideas are welcomed.

 ITunesSpotify+Video Soundcloud
  AmazonYoutube Music   iHEART
Podvine Podcasher  Podcast Addict
Mixcloud  Radio Public.   FM Player
 Odysee Youtube  Opodium
DO ENJOY THE WISDOMBusyMumsmediaFeedspot

Molly and her mum Fiona McIntosh co-founded U Shape Us, a social enterprise based in Canberra, Australia using imagination games to build belonging. What began when Molly was just six years old—with a simple game that helped her make friends during a difficult time—has grown into games now reaching families, schools, and communities across the world. Today, Molly plays an active role in shaping and running the enterprise, bringing fresh creativity, lived experience, and the voice of a young person showing what it means to belong. Fiona, a solo mum with a background in human services, community development and inclusion, works alongside Molly to bring the games to life and share them widely. Together, they are proving how simple, playful ideas can ripple out to create lasting confidence, connection and community.

20 sec version : Fiona and her daughter Molly McIntosh are the co-founders of U Shape Us, a social enterprise from Canberra, Australia. What started when Molly was six years old as a simple game to help her make friends has now grown into imagination-based card games reaching families, schools, and communities around the world. Together, they’re proving how playful ideas can spark creativity, build confidence, and turn ideas into friendships.

www.ushapeus.com.au

www.instagram.com/ushape_us

www.linkedin.com/in/fiona-mcintosh-

facebook.com/ushapeus22

https://linktr.ee/ushapeus

FIND MORE SHOWS OF ILLUMINATION HERE

Discover the sites we share on linktr.ee/saratroy

BE OUR GUEST AND SHARE THE WISDOM

All of our shows/interviews are done by donation; if you enjoyed this show, please support us here with either a one-time donation or subscribe and support. Thank you. Please support Our Forgotten Seniors anthology and help to bring this book to awareness.

RG25-39. “Children’s Growth Amid Turmoil”

Self Discovery Wisdom Podcast

Raising Our Gifted Children with Sara Troy and her guests, LaChelle Adkins, Tina Feigal, Michaela Gaffen Stone, on air from September 30th

“Where Children Can Grow Amid Turmoil” is a conversation about creating havens of safety, love, and guidance for our children in a world often shaken by conflict and uncertainty. While the outer world may feel chaotic and destructive, we can still cultivate inner worlds of peace, spaces where children know they are valued, heard, and supported. This show explores how families, communities, and educators can plant seeds of hope, resilience, and compassion, ensuring that even amid turmoil, children can grow strong, confident, and ready to shine their light forward.

I am Sara Troy, host of Self Discovery Wisdom and a devoted child advocate. I bring together parents, educators, and supporters to raise awareness of children’s needs in today’s upside-down world. Through conversations and storytelling, I shine a light on the voices and solutions that nurture safety, resilience, and hope. My mission is simple: when we uplift and protect our children, we plant the seeds for a brighter and more compassionate future.

Co-Author and producer of “Our Forgotten Chilren” book

https://orchardofwisdom.org/sara-troy

https://selfdiscoverywisdom.com/2015/05/30/saras-view-on-life-2

“ The needs of ALL children go beyond academics, they require emotional support, personal connection, and safe spaces to grow. As America’s Supermom, I believe prioritizing mental wellness in school and at home, equips families to nurture confident, healthy kids who thrive without excuses.”

Co-Author of “Our Forgotten Chilren” book

Find LaChelle’s info here

https://orchardofwisdom.org/lachelle-adkins

Michaela Gaffen Stone, M.S., BCBA is a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst, multi-certified coach, and co-author of Our Forgotten Children. With decades of global experience and expertise in behavior analysis, she specializes in uncovering the hidden patterns that keep children and families stuck. Michaela is passionate about guiding parents and professionals to create supportive, sustainable environments where children can truly thrive, even amid today’s turmoil.

Co-Author of “Our Forgotten Chilren” book

Find Mikki’s info here

https://orchardofwisdom.org/mikki-gaffen-stone

Guiding Children through Today’s Turmoil

Tina Feigal will offer tips for making your guidance age- and developmentally-appropriate (since age and development don’t always sync) using sensitivity and curiosity. She’ll offer specific wording for a variety of age groups and ways to respond when your children have questions. 

Tina Feigal, M.S., Ed. 

Parent Coach, Author, and Trainer

Find Tina’s other show with Sara and all her info here

 ITunesSpotify+Video Soundcloud
  AmazonYoutube Music   iHEART
Podvine Podcasher  Podcast Addict
Mixcloud  Radio Public.   FM Player
 Odysee Youtube  Opodium
DO ENJOY THE WISDOMBusyMumsmediaFeedspot

Find the book and authors here.

https://orchardofwisdom.org/our-forgotten-children-book

Raising Our Gifted Children shows

FIND MORE SHOWS OF ILLUMINATION HERE

Discover the sites we share on linktr.ee/saratroy

BE OUR GUEST AND SHARE THE WISDOM

ll of our shows/interviews are done by donation; if you enjoyed this show, please support us here with either a one-time donation or subscribe and support. Thank you. Please support Our Forgotten Seniors anthology and help to bring this book to awareness.

BB25-37. Dianne Crampton’s TIGERS Integration

Self Discovery Wisdom Podcast

Building Your Business with Sara Troy and her guest Dianne Crapmton, on air from September 16th

I started TIGERS because I wanted to understand what makes a group of people truly work well together. As a manager, I was discouraged by how much emphasis was placed on individual achievement while the potential of people collaborating with purpose was ignored. I’ve always believed that employees aren’t costs to be controlled—they’re the real stakeholders in an organization’s success. After all, we spend more of our waking hours at work than with our families, and that time should be meaningful. Through decades of research and 34 years of practice, I’ve proven there is a much better way. When trust, interdependence, genuineness, empathy, risk resolution and shared success guide how we work, teams achieve extraordinary results—and people end their days feeling engaged, valued, and proud of what they’ve built together.

 ITunesSpotify+Video Soundcloud
  AmazonYoutube Music   iHEART
Podvine Podcasher  Podcast Addict
Mixcloud  Radio Public.   FM Player
 Odysee Youtube  Opodium
DO ENJOY THE WISDOMBusyMumsmediaFeedspot

After completing graduate-level research that validated the six principles of high-functioning teams, Dianne Crampton launched TIGERS to help progressive leaders master group process through soft skills that drive innovation and minimize destructive conflict. Her early work focused on guiding companies through post-merger integration, cross-functional team development, and organizational change. Today, she certifies HR leaders, consultants, and coaches in the use of TIGERS resources so they can deliver measurable culture improvements inside their own organizations. Clients often describe her work as “a business in a box,” giving managers and facilitators proven systems to stay relevant and effective in an era when AI is reshaping the workplace.

AMAZON

IN SPANISH

AMAZON

Free Gift or Offer – E-book A Millennial Manager’s Blue Print

for free download HERE

https://learn.corevalues.com

https://www.facebook.com/TeamBuildingSuccess

https://diannecrampton.substack.com/welcome

www.linkedin.com/in/diannecramptontigerssuccessseries

Http://www.TigersSuccessSeries.com

FIND MORE SHOWS OF ILLUMINATION HERE

Discover the sites we share on linktr.ee/saratroy

BE OUR GUEST AND SHARE THE WISDOM

All of our shows/interviews are done by donation; if you enjoyed this show, please support us here with either a one-time donation or subscribe and support. Thank you. Please support Our Forgotten Seniors anthology and help to bring this book to awareness.

BB25-37 Amy Geffen, Job Search Over 55

Self Discovery Wisdom Podcast

Building Your Business with Sara Troy and her guest Amy Geffen, on air from Spetmber 16th

After 13 jobs and changing careers four times, I decided to help job seekers by becoming a career coach.  My next-to-last full-time job was as Executive Director of NYSSA, a non-profit association for financial analysts.  I worked with a career coach and took the training to become a career coach.  I continued to work full-time as a Director of Professional Development while coaching part-time. Six years ago, I left my full-time job to devote myself to career coaching. 

 ITunesSpotify+Video Soundcloud
  AmazonYoutube Music   iHEART
Podvine Podcasher  Podcast Addict
Mixcloud  Radio Public.   FM Player
 Odysee Youtube  Opodium
DO ENJOY THE WISDOMBusyMumsmediaFeedspot

Started out as a teacher of English as a Second Language in the NYC public school system. I attended graduate school at night in French language and literature so I could become a college professor.  When I graduated, there were no jobs in the NY metro area so I transferred my skills to college administration.  I worked for three different colleges in continuing education.  I created online courses in Lotus Notes and then at ASME, I worked with engineers to create courses on Blackboard.  Then I worked for six different nonprofit professional associations. BA Brooklyn College, MA Harvard University, PhD New York University.

Free gift: Resume Template;  Offer for my book:

How to Find Your Dream Job, a 5-step Process value $7.95

email for it here geffena108@gmail.com

 www.geffencareers.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amygeffenphd

FIND MORE SHOWS OF ILLUMINATION HERE

Discover the sites we share on linktr.ee/saratroy

BE OUR GUEST AND SHARE THE WISDOM

All of our shows/interviews are done by donation; if you enjoyed this show, please support us here with either a one-time donation or subscribe and support. Thank you. Please support Our Forgotten Seniors anthology and help to bring this book to awareness.

BB25-35. Donna Kunde. The Influencers Formula®

Self Discovery Wisdom Podcast

Building your business with Sara Troy and her guest Donna Kunde, on air from September 1st.

I spent over half a century as the lead role in my own silent film. I was raised to be seen and not heard, and along the way, I attracted some toxic relationships as a result. That experience shaped my mission: to help others break free from silence and step fully into their voice. I believe the world is already searching for you—your voice, your story, and the way only you can tell it. That’s why I help mission-driven podcasters, authors, and creators amplify their message and build sustainable businesses using the power of audio. Through strategic systems like the Podcast Profit System™, Influence Radio™ Network, and The Influencers Formula®, I guide experienced experts to stop hiding and start showing up with clarity, consistency, and confidence. If your voice is the story only you can tell, my mission is to help the right people hear it.

 ITunesSpotify+Video Soundcloud
  AmazonYoutube Music   iHEART
Podvine Podcasher  Podcast Addict
Mixcloud  Radio Public.   FM Player
 Odysee Youtube  Opodium
DO ENJOYTHE WISDOMFeedspot

Donna Kunde is the co-author of the internationally best-selling book The Influencers Formula® and founder of the Influence Radio™ Network. She began her journey as a professional musician in the U.S. Army, where she learned the discipline of performance and the power of connection through sound. For over half a century, she lived as the lead role in her own silent film—raised to be seen and not heard, often attracting toxic relationships as a result. That silence became the catalyst for her life’s work: helping others claim their voice and use it with purpose.

Along the way, Donna became a certified music therapist, integrative healing arts practitioner, and hypnotherapist—adding depth and compassion to her approach. In 2016, she joined the John Maxwell Team as a certified leadership coach, further sharpening her ability to guide others into influence and impact. Today, she helps entrepreneurs and creators turn podcasts into platforms that generate real results. Behind the microphone, she’s a grounded strategist and mentor with a heart for helping others be seen, be heard, and be easy to follow—without the hype or burnout. Off air, you’ll find her reflecting, writing, and living her message with the intention.

Free Gift: The Influence Matrix™ Workbook

A powerful tool to clarify your message, define your impact zones, and align your content with your business goals. Perfect for podcasters, authors, and creators ready to amplify their voice with intention.? https://www.thepodcastprofitplaybook.com/workbook

https://www.influencersformula.com/book

AMAZON

www.donnakunde.com

https://www.influenceradio.network

https://podcastprofitsystem.com

www.linkedin.com/in/donnakunde

www.linkedin.com/company/podcast-profit-system

www.linkedin.com/company/influence-radio-network

www.linkedin.com/company/the-influencers-formula

FIND MORE SHOWS OF ILLUMINATION HERE

Discover the sites we share on linktr.ee/saratroy

BE OUR GUEST AND SHARE THE WISDOM

All of our shows/interviews are done by donation; if you enjoyed this show, please support us here with either a one-time donation or subscribe and support. Thank you. Please support Our Forgotten Seniors anthology and help to bring this book to awareness.