Sara’s View of Life with Sara Troy, on air fromDecember 2nd
When two guests had to cancel their shows due to family emergencies, I felt called to fill the space with something that has been medicine for my own spirit: the cinematic AI art and music of Kelly Boesch. Her work weaves human performers, exquisite styling, and generative AI into dreamlike visual poems that take you beyond the limits of the physical world and into a realm where imagination, soul, and sound move as one. For me, her videos are a form of meditation. The music soothes my nervous system, lifts my spirit, and quiets my mind, while the imagery awakens that childlike sense of wonder and reminds me that we are so much more than our human limitations.
In this episode, I talk about traveling beyond the white walls of our lives—how music, art, nature, breath, and imagination can help us step out of the weight of the body and into the spaciousness of our own divine essence. I share how darkness is not our enemy when we remember that we are the light in it, and how practices like music, movement, creativity, or simple stillness can bring us back home to the core of our being—where peace, love, and wisdom reside. Music, especially, is frequency that can reset our equilibrium, help us transcend the noise of daily life, and reconnect us to that “out of body, in spirit” place.
This show is an invitation: explore Kelly’s AI art and notice where it takes you, and then ask yourself, What does that for me? What sound, image, practice, or place transports you into your center, into that timeless, spacious, loving field within? Because when you find your own “music”—whatever form it takes—you find your doorway back home to peace.
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Sara’s View of Life with Sara Troy, on air from December 2nd
This Christmas I’m sharing a give-back gift guide drawn from my recent author conversations. I believe that books keep on giving and are a wonderful gift of wisdom, excitement, illumination, and love. A good story doesn’t end on the last page—it lingers in the heart, reshapes how we see the world, and sometimes even nudges us onto a new path. Whether it’s a memoir that helps us feel less alone, a novel that sweeps us into adventures, or a guide that strengthens our health, spirit, or courage, each of these books is more than a present; it’s an invitation. An invitation to think, to feel, to grow, and to share the experience with others—over coffee, in book clubs, or as quiet reflections on a rainy afternoon. This guide is my way of putting those invitations into your hands, so your gifts can keep unfolding long after the wrapping is gone.
Scroll down to see the topics and links to their shows and books.
Support women and families at a crossroads with pregnancy—those grieving loss, facing unplanned pregnancy, raising a baby alone, or rebuilding after trauma. Your gift helps provide diapers, formula, new strollers and car seats, baby essentials, and much-needed counselling, so no one has to walk this road alone.
Fiction & Social Commentary
A Complete Fiction – R.L. Mazes
A sharp, humorous novel that asks who has the “right” to tell a story in a cancel-culture, social-media world. Fact and fiction blur as scandals, unpaid literary labour, and online pile-ons collide in one smart, timely read.
A daring, tender love story that challenges our assumptions about romance, power, and first love’s lifelong imprint. Not a simple “Mrs. Robinson” tale, it explores a teacher–student relationship with nuance, conscience, and deep humanity.
From The Potato to Star Trek and Beyond & The Trek Continues – Chester L. Richards
A rocket scientist, Star Trek writer, and lifelong adventurer shares wild white-water journeys, behind-the-scenes stories, and unforgettable characters. Funny, wise, and life-affirming, his memoirs celebrate a life boldly lived.
“Memoir in ritual moments” – tender, funny essays about holidays, family, grief, guinea pigs, rainstorms, and the small rituals that make life sacred. A beautifully warm book for anyone who loves everyday magic.
A poignant, memoir-like novel about a “family of lunatics,” the struggle to fit in, and the power of hope, humour, and imperfect love. It reads like sitting with a friend telling you her deepest, most honest story.
Lost and Found in Tennessee (The Missing Girl & Jessa Is Back) – Stacia Moffat
A two-book historical series set in the American South, exploring racism, friendship, and identity during the civil rights era. It gently dismantles the myth of the “good old days” while inviting deeper reflection on the legacies we still live with.
(Sing in the Morning, Cry at Night, All Waiting Is Long, Rain Breaks No Bones) A powerful family saga set in mid-20th-century America, weaving loss, secrets, and mystical glimpses of hope across three connected—but stand-alone—novels. Perfect for readers who love richly drawn characters and emotional depth.
Historical fiction set in post-Vietnam America, following addiction, recovery, and redemption. This special edition offers two alternative endings—one hopeful, one more somber—so the reader can choose how the story lands.
Flamenco Can Be Murder / The Days After She Went Dancing – Sam Hawksmoor
A woman flees her husband after finding a gun and cash in the freezer and escapes to Spain to dance flamenco—only to be caught up in murder, mistaken identity, and crypto intrigue. A fast, fun blend of suspense, friendship, and self-empowerment.
A New York ghostwriter finally stops crafting everyone else’s success stories and decides to write her own, mixing dieting, dessert, tango, and a firefighter into a witty reinvention tale. Smart, sassy, and full of second chances.
A lush literary mystery where a once-celebrated pianist is pulled back into the world she left behind by a cryptic message about her former mentor—and a forgotten woman composer in her family line. Explores generational trauma, artistic obsession, and women erased from history.
Irrational Fears, The Slava Steps & The Salvation of Henry Maxwell – Lee Lindauer
A cautious math professor witnesses a brutal murder and is forced into a high-stakes hunt for a missing girl and a 300-year-old equation. Corporate greed, fresh-water scarcity, and global stakes make this a timely, gripping thriller set across multiple books.
A mystery-thriller where a forensic geneticist races across Iceland, Africa, and the Americas to recover the iconic Lewis Chessmen. DNA science, ancient secrets, and dangerous treasure hunters make this a page-turner.
A dystopian world inspired by The Walking Dead, focused less on zombies and more on human nature, survival, freedom, and how people rebuild when society collapses. Gritty, gripping, and thought-provoking.
A spellbinding tale steeped in Celtic mysticism, Irish folklore, frozen rivers, and a love story rooted in heritage. Blends fact, fantasy, and the timeless call of nature into one magical narrative.
The Dream Hunters: The Witch of Maple Hollow – Megan Mary
A metaphysical story that bridges our modern world and the mystical one, centering on dreams as doorways to inner guidance and purpose. Especially lovely for women drawn to dreamwork and intuitive wisdom.
Stunning nature photographs paired with heartfelt poetry, where the images themselves inspire the words. A contemplative gift for those who find solace and spirit in the natural world.
The Hero’s Playbook & We Meet Again Reincarnation Trilogy – Brownell Landrum
Metaphysical fiction and non-fiction that dig into the “why” behind our experiences, including love stories across lifetimes and a playful “team upstairs” guiding souls on Earth. Great for readers who enjoy reincarnation, destiny, and cosmic humour.
A lyrical, multi-dimensional journey through memory, past loves, and everyday miracles. Short poems and longer meditations sit side by side, leaving you oddly grateful to be alive in this “strange, beautiful havoc” of a century.
The Cassidy Chronicles & Related Series – Adam Gaffen
Hopepunk sci-fi full of space opera battles, politics, and starship launches. From the Artemis War series to Ghost of Tantaran and short-fiction collections, these books explore friendship, courage, and big, bold futures—perfect for the nerdy space-adventurer in your life.
(The Repercussions of Jeannie McGee, The Haunting of Jeannie McGee, The Heaviness of Jeannie McGee, Whatever Happened to Jeannie McGee)
A Canadian YA saga about a gifted girl trapped in cruelty, creepy experiments, and teleportation gone wrong. Beneath the sci-fi is a powerful story of abandonment, resilience, greed, power, and the mystical gifts we can grow through adversity.
What does a runaway girl from a cult, a grieving retired NASA engineer, and a ’57 Studebaker have in common? A dog, a road trip, and a healing journey that shows how wisdom can flow both ways between generations.
A practical guide to strengthening your immune system through food, lifestyle, and behaviour change. Written by a board-certified behaviour analyst, it blends science, holistic wellness, and global nutrition insights.
A short, joyful, slightly cheeky book about aging “cheerfully and productively,” whether you’re 14, 90, or in between. With big questions, direct calls to action, and plenty of laughs, it invites you to sum up your life in just six words.
For the person who knows they have a book inside them: this reframes writing as a soul-led rite of passage, not just a word-count exercise. Krystal guides aspiring authors through the inner journey so the story that lands on the page is truly aligned and alive.
I also have a show coming up featuring T-shirts created to support suicide prevention and mental health initiatives. The proceeds will help fund emotional support and outreach for those who are struggling. As soon as that show is live, you’ll be able to listen in and use the linked page to purchase a shirt that quite literally wears your heart on your sleeve for mental health.
My Own Books & Anthologies
Dare to Live Fearlessly (Contributing Author)
I contributed a chapter to this empowering collection on living boldly, facing life head-on, and saying “yes” to yourself. It’s a beautiful gift for anyone ready to step into courage and rewrite their story.
I Didn’t Become Selfish, I Became Harder to Manipulate
(Or “I’m Not Selfish, I’m Just Not Easily Manipulated” – Anthology Chapter)
In this anthology, my chapter speaks to reclaiming your boundaries, your voice, and your worth. It’s for those who are tired of being guilt-tripped or controlled and are ready to stand tall without apology.
Mission Accepted – 262 Women’s Stories
A powerhouse collection featuring 262 women who said “mission accepted” to their calling. My contribution sits alongside other women’s journeys of resilience, purpose, business, and service. A wonderful gift for entrepreneurs, changemakers, and any woman standing at a crossroads.
Our Forgotten Children – Anthology
This anthology, which I helped bring forward, focuses on how we raise and truly see our children—shedding light on where society fails them and what we must do differently. It’s both a wake-up call and a blueprint for a more compassionate future for our kids.
Sara’s Discovery: Self-Discovery into Wisdom
My own book, Sara’s Discovery, traces my journey from struggle to self-discovery and into wisdom. It’s part memoir, part reflection, part invitation for you to step into your own knowingness and live from your heart, soul, and inner truth.
Whenever possible, I always recommend gifting a physical book—paperback or hardback. There’s something deeply comforting about holding a book in your hands, curling up with a coffee or a glass of wine on a sunny or rainy day, and getting lost in another world. A good book doesn’t just end with the last page; it lingers in your thoughts, shifts your perspective, and sometimes has you eagerly waiting for the next one.
Book Clubs & Podcast Clubs
Books keep on giving when we share them. I highly recommend not only book clubs, but podcast clubs too—listen to an episode or read a book together, take notes, and then come together to share what stood out for you. You’ll be amazed at the different perspectives people hear in the same story or conversation. It’s a beautiful way to deepen the experience of every gift you give.
Where to Find the Shows
You can find my full conversations with each of these authors (and more) at SelfDiscoveryWisdom.com – just pop the author’s name into the search bar.
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Ignite your heart and soul with Sara Troy and her guest Leigh Manzer, on air from November 25th
My intention is to inspire others to step past the veil and belief of limitation in any form. I want to show people that it is possible to heal all aspects of our lives, mentally, emotionally and physically, by becoming aware of what it means to be human, how it is we find the path within, through meditation that can be achieved in countless ways that will bring you to a state of mind-Heart coherence, at the same time understanding how to raise one’s vibration that will open the path to our higher timeline as we call in New Earth, The work of a Lightworker.
This all started when I became so unfulfilled and depressed in my day to day life, the continuous hampster wheel. I had spent 27 years in Residential construction, in charge of Large scale projects and many guys working under me. I always climbed the ladder even though I Had no tickets in my field. I was so tired of it all and one day decided to start selling ALL of my Construction stuff, tools, truck, tool trailer, so that I had to say no to anymore construction jobs. In that time I became an Artist on 11-22-2022 and began doing scroll saw work and in 3 years I have pieces east to west coast USA and Canada My interest in tarot flourished and have done reading for people around the globe and now offer other healing modalities such as Soundbath Healing ceremonies with my Partner Angela. Our mission is to help others find the power within Themselves to transform. To redefine Impossible to I’m-Possible.
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An Author’s Kiss with Sara Troy and her guest R.L. Maizes, on air from November 25th
A Complete Fiction Told in a humorous vein, R.L. examines the very serious questions of who has a right to tell a story, and has cancel-culture gone too far in our social media–drenched world?
With little evidence, would-be author P.J. Larkin serves a “nibble” on the trendy new social media app Crave, accusing editor George Dunn of stealing the novel she submitted to him for publication. The nibble shoots to the top of the site’s Popular Menu Items, and before you can say “unpaid literary labor,” George is embroiled in a scandal, his job and book deal in jeopardy. P.J. ‘s novel is snapped up amid the publicity, but has she revealed her sister Mia’s secrets in the book? Some diners on Crave think so, and now it’s P.J.’s turn to feel the public’s scorn.
Fiction can give us a breather from the relentless churn of the news, and A Complete Fiction does just that—offering a thoughtful look at serious issues while keeping readers laughing along the way. Its very creation carries a touch of irony: a book critiquing the intrusiveness of social media must still rely on those same platforms for promotion. The author explores what makes social media so objectionable to her, from its noise to its pressure, while also touching on the quieter indignities of the writing life—like receiving the dreaded “remaindered” letter for earlier books.
Why she had her husband block her social media accounts for her while she wrote the book
R.L. Maizes’s debut novel, Other People’s Pets, won the 2021 Colorado Book Award in Fiction and was a Library Journal Best Debut of Summer/Fall 2020. She also is the author of the short story collection, We Love Anderson Cooper. Her short stories have aired on National Public Radio and can be found in Electric Literature’s Recommended Reading and in The Best Small Fictions 2020. Maizes’s essays have appeared in The New York Times, The Washington Post, O Magazine, and McSweeney’s Internet Tendency, and have aired on NPR. She is a Virginia Center for the Creative Arts Fellow and the recipient of a Fellowship Grant from the Memorial Foundation for Jewish Culture for 2024–2025 for her novel-in-progress. Maizes was born in Queens, New York, and lives in Boulder County, Colorado, with her husband, Steve, and her muses: Rosie, a dog who spent her first year homeless in South Dakota and thinks Colorado is downright balmy, and the ghost of Arie the Cat.
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Your health is your choice with Sara Troy and her guest Tony Holland, on air from November 25th
HEALTH INSURANCE EXPERT OFFERS CONSUMER TIPS AS ACA OPEN ENROLLMENT BEGINS
As the Affordable Care Act’s open enrollment period kicks off this month, millions of Americans will face critical decisions about their health coverage—and many will see big rate increases that could strain household budgets.
Tony Holland, a leading health insurance industry veteran with three decades of executive leadership experience in the field, including serving as CEO of major insurance operations, is available to help your audience navigate these changes and find the best coverage at the lowest cost.
Tony offers practical, non-political guidance on how consumers can shop smarter during open enrollment, including strategies to minimize premium increases, understand plan tiers, maximize subsidies, and avoid common enrollment mistakes that cost families thousands annually.
His insider perspective on how insurance markets actually work—combined with his commitment to consumer education—makes complex insurance jargon accessible to everyday Americans.
With enrollment deadlines looming and many families unaware of money-saving options available to them, Tony can provide actionable advice that empowers your audience to make informed decisions about their healthcare coverage.
Tony Holland has spent over three decades as a leading health insurance industry executive and CEO who also focuses on leadership development and consumer advocacy. He is the author of an upcoming book on mentoring and leadership.
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