Their Story Matters with Sara Troy and her guest Jared Knott, on-air from December 21st
The small things that had great historical consequences…
“Heart-stopping, compelling, and fun!” Win Blevins, New York Times Bestselling Author How often does it happen that a single tiny mistake causes an entire civilization to collapse? More often than you think! Readers of Jared Knott’s book, Tiny Blunders/Big Disasters, will be amazed at the little things that changed history in a big way. Here are a few examples: A single document poorly designed by one single clerk in one single county changed the outcome of a presidential election and led directly to a major war. A soldier accidentally kicks a helmet off the top of a wall and causes an empire to collapse. A small mechanical device several inches long fails to function, which changes the outcome of WWII and leads to the death of millions of people. A man fails to gather his army in time to defend against an attack because of the temptation of opium and a young slave woman. And many more! Hypnotic and addictive, these well-researched, factual stories will keep you turning pages far past your bedtime. Human weakness at it very worst at critical moments. This book is the “Butterfly Effect” in human history reviewed.
Jared Knott author of Tiny Blunders/Big Disasters: Thirty-Nine Tiny Mistakes That Changed the World Forever. Knott was a decorated combat infantry officer in Vietnam in the First Air Cavalry Division. Jared has had numerous articles published in the Mensa Bulletin and in graduate school textbooks on subjects ranging from Supreme Court Reform to Arctic Exploration. He was a decorated combat infantry officer in Vietnam in the First Air Cavalry Division. In his civilian career, he has served as a vice president of sales + marketing and marketing director in the home improvement industry. A father of five, he lives in the Atlanta area with his wife, Kathryn.
Their Story Matters with Sara Troy and her guest Laura Lane, on air from November 30th
Having lost her own daughter to cancer, Laura specializes in supporting cancer moms who want to learn how to develop grace under pressure during the daily care of their child so that they can find hope in a hopeless situation.
My mission for caregivers is to be stronger, more hopeful, and loving in the care of their cancer patients. Being fully equipped mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. Having grace under pressure. Giving their very best every single day. And not only that but they will also reach for the heavens and strengthen their relationship with God.
Laura Lane specializes in providing loving faith-based support for moms whose kids are fighting for their lives. Laura offers hope in a hopeless situation for caregivers who want to learn how to develop grace under pressure during the daily care of their child. As a professionally trained transformational workshop leader and cancer mom herself, she is there to support them along the way, help them learn needed skills and feel understood. Laura engages her audiences in deep spiritual conversations that help bring more joy and gratitude and a closeness to God during the dark nights of the soul.
According to the Journals of Gerontology, “one in three baby boomers falls into the category of separated, divorced, widowed, or never married.” Millennials are also following this trend; a recent Gallup poll indicates that 59 percent of the 73 million millennials are single and have never married.
Adding fuel to the fire is the caregiver crisis – the decline in the number of people available to provide in-home care, including family members. Longevity, singledom, and isolation is a recipe for disaster.
Who Will Take Care of Me When I’m Old?: Plan Now to Safeguard Your Health and Happiness in Old Age by Joy Loverde is a step-by-step guide to living the life you want for as long as possible.
Every day, I relive the critical decision I made as a fourteen-year-old attending Trinity, an all-girl’s Catholic high school in River Forest, Illinois. When Sr. Dorothy was looking for a student to visit nursing-home residents on Thanksgiving morning, I hesitated; then raised my hand to volunteer. That decision changed my life forever.
Upon entering the nursing home, I observed seven residents sitting motionless in the dark. No one was talking. No one was smiling. Everyone was staring into nothingness. I was shocked at what I witnessed, and immediately started grappling for answers to questions no one seemed to be asking:
Who are these elders?
What series of events led them to a life of resignation?
How did they end up isolated and alone in their old age?
And why are they not with their families on Thanksgiving Day?
Since that visit to the nursing home, I have never looked back. I vowed to find answers to these and other vital questions. For the next 40 years I would advocate and troubleshoot the causes, concepts, and needs of the world’s aging population. Especially people who are aging solo.
My career-path in marketing and media relations switched gears in the mid-1980’s when I became keenly aware of complex problems associated with populations of people getting older, living alone, living longer, and the need to care for them. Responding to this trend, I wrote my first boo, The Complete Eldercare Planner. Random House is the publisher. It is a best-seller in its category and in its sixth edition.
Ahead of the curve once again, my latest book, Who Will Take Care of Me When I’m Old? offers practical strategies on planning for old age and the possibility of aging solo.
“When we plan, we have choices.” This is the promise of both of my books.
During my career, I have been interviewed on the TODAY Show, Good Morning America, National Public Radio stations, SiriusXM and others. I have written hundreds of blogs and articles. I’ve been quoted in the Wall Street Journal, TIME Magazine, New York Times, Money Magazine, U.S. News & World Report, Reader’s Digest, and a host of others. USA TODAY ran a four-part series on my family-caregiver programs.
Joy Loverde is a consultant, keynote speaker, and spokesperson for the mature-market industry. Her work has been featured on NBC’s Today Show, the CBS Early Show, NPR, and in USA Today and the Wall Street Journal. She lives in Chicago.
“Clear, practical, relevant, vital… this book engages readers to create
their own customizable plan for aging. An exceptionally worthwhile read.”
Bob Blancato, Chairman, American Society on Aging
“Your book is the support many are looking for.”
Sherrill Wayland MSW, Manager of National Projects
SAGE Advocacy and Services for LGBT elders
“This book effectively challenges the notion that aging means disability
and with that, stigma of being old.”
Dilip V. Jeste, M.D., Director, Sam and Rose Stein Institute for Research on Aging
University of California, San Diego
“…thoughtfully discusses a wide range of crucial life issues with
deep understanding, complete candor, and inspired guidance for all.”
David Schless, President, American Seniors Housing Association, Washington, DC
Loverde has spent a lifetime interacting with thousands of true experts—old people themselves. Using their advice as a blueprint, Loverde outlines five sections to think about and get in order when planning for old age: personal readiness, housing, relationships (including beloved pets), chronic illness and health, and end of life.
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Building your business with Sara Troy and her guest William Lazerman, on air from September 1st.
Over the last two years, William has made it his mission to help people make the content they want to create. Through Lazerman Productions, William has helped dozens of clients with their podcasting goals. Now, he is focusing on the Art of Storytelling. Storytelling is something innate in humans, and something that is built into us so subconsciously, we sometimes don’t even know how much we know about communication. William wants to help people from all walks of life be able to tell their stories, and communicate with people better.
As a podcaster for over 10 years, William has fallen in love with podcasting and the people who create in the industry. As the current host of A Hint of Fiction, William has found a love for storytelling, strange anecdotes, and good fiction. He currently lives in Colorado with his wife and son. When he’s not podcasting, you can find him in the movie theater, on a hike in the Rockies, or playing video games. Promotion: Working on a story or just need help with storytelling in general? William is offering 30 minute free consultations.
Come and hear all the wisdom that guides us towards a more meaningful life and a better world. You can find different ways to listen and see the Podcast shows here.
Dr. Shelley Negelow is an advocate for women! She is the Founder of Power of Woman Seminars. For over 30 years she has been training women to create a life they love. In her private practice, she mentors women in their personal and professional growth. She is an Author, Speaker and Business Relationship Consultant. Her book is entitled,” The Master In The Mirror: A Woman’s Guide to Living a Passionate and Joyful Life.”
Working with Dr. Shelley women learn to turn the fire back on in their lives and discover how to use their innate power, passion and creativity to produce real-life extraordinary results. She says, “Living a life you love is your birthright!”
Both Shelly and her husband Dr Tom Negerow do relationship master seminars where connecting our relationships can thrive.
She and her husband Tom live in Atlanta, Georgia, have 2 married children and 4 grandchildren.
Lynnis Woods Mullins is an advocate for women’s wellness especially in mid to later years. She is a podcaster (having 90 shows with us here under Mentors) she is a wellness woman and runs a magazine and has her own V.I.B.E. podcast where she shares her perspective in wellness and life. so much more.
This program starts in June Both of these programs are for women who need a jumpstart to start living a life they truly want. Our philosophy involves the necessity of wellness for the mind, body, and spirit while also learning how to remove blocks and other negative behavior that keeps Women from moving forward.
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