Episodes

We live on a speed track. Whether we are cooking, running errands, or working, we move so quickly that we sacrifice effectiveness, enjoyment, and efficiency. In Health Matters, Heather Brittany and Cynthia Brian resolve to help us all take it easier, be healthier, and happier. br Arguments about food are prevalent, especially with the sell-by dates. Are you wasting food by tossing items when they are still safe to eat? In the U.S. 30-40% of all food is wasted, about $161 billion worth according ...

New scientific findings show that once you get into your exercise happy zone you can unlock multiple benefits beyond just a great sweat. Happier workout will equal not just healthier you, but amazing physical results. Smile and work out with Heather Brittany. What is class and do you have it? if you are calm under pressure and know how to rein in your temper, you are classy. If you take the high road consistently, you are classy. Cynthia Brian offers more ways to rise above mediocre and shine. L...

Your tongue tells tales. Do you take good care of your tongue? Heather Brittany will tell you what you need to know to keep your mouth healthy. br Roses are the most popular bloomers in the world with a long and colorful history as symbols of love, war, beauty, friendship, and politics. Want to learn how easy they are to grow? Cynthia Brian is coming up roses. br No matter your age, it’s important to save for retirement. We are living longer, buying more, and possibly not watching our money clos...

The color of your urine may be the best indicator of your health condition. Heather Brittany looks into our human plumbing in Health Matters. Donating your appreciated assets can help boost your charitable impact and offset taxes. Find out how to donate your stocks to charity and reap the benefits now. Do you know the genealogy of your family? Get curious and learn how to research your family tree.

Are your kids couch potatoes? Child obesity is on the rise and chronic inactivity leads to lower academic performance. Learn what schools are doing to combat this epidemic in Health Matters with Heather Brittany. Baby it’s cold outside! Since it’s wet and cold outside, we’ll bring the healthy spirit of the outdoors in with beautiful houseplants.. Goddess Gardener Cynthia Brian shares her knowledge of exotic plants that clean our air and make us happier and healthier, When is the best time to buy...

Are you being honest with your physician about what you eat, drink, smoke, and how much you exercise? Jumpstart the New Year with Heather Brittany’s RX for Resoultions in Health Matters. Winston Churchill wrote “It is a mistake to try to look too far ahead. The chain of destiny can only be grasped one link at a time.” Every January, people make resolutions to lose weight, earn more money, sleep more hours, travel to distant lands, and spend more time with loved ones. Cynthia Brian shares how to ...

As we say good-bye to 2015 and look ahead to a new year, we travel across the pond to England to meet with rosarian and technical director of David Austin Roses, Michael Marriott. He’ll share his three decades of rose knowledge and passions. Find out about the myths and magic of valuable roses, learn how to design, when to plant, what care is essential, and everything else you wanted to know about establishing a beautiful blooming rose garden. In T42 Health Matters, our theme is the health benef...

A Holiday special of sleigh bells, Santa lore, mistletoe, stocking stuffers, and health tips that will keep you merry and bright. Get your Jolly on! 'Tis the Season, enjoy the merriment with the Goddess Gals, Cynthia Brian and Heather Brittany. Ho, Ho, Ho! Very Merry!

“When there is harmony in the home, there will be order in the nation. When there is order in the nation, there will be peace in the world.” Confucius What better time of the year to focus on peace than right now. Our special guest, Nola Hennessy, is the Founding CEO of Serenidad Consulting, a global organization whose strategic intent is to facilitate global peace. Serenidad Consulting delivers education, peace negotiation and specialist consultancy services underpinned by the core values of Ex...

Around 500 BC, mistletoe was a signal of peace. In 20 BC it was the key to gaining access to the underworld. In the 18th century mistletoe became a symbol of future romance. Heather Brittany shares the history of this magical festive flora. br From the bestselling, acclaimed author Paullina Simons of Tully and The Bronze Horseman comes the unforgettable love story between a college-bound young woman and a traveling troubadour on his way to war. Lone Star is a moving, compelling novel of love los...

Whether you celebrate Channukah or Christmas, sometimes it’s the little gifts that are the most difficult to find. In T42 and Health Matters, Heather Brittany and Cynthia Brian talk about unique stocking stuffers as well as how to stay healthy without the sniffles for the holidays. br The holidays are joyful times, yet they are sometimes the most stressful. If you are not experiencing joy in the world, Cynthia Brian has a few celebratory tips to help you bounce back from Scrooge to Santa. br Wha...

Thanksgiving and the upcoming holiday season is a time that brings a deep reflection and strong focus on family and loved ones. The Peace Angel, Nola Hennessy, brings her message of peace, love, compassion, kindness, forgiveness, selflessness, and gratitude. In her memoir, The Peace Angel, she shares her intimate knowledge of God and Heaven in this very moving interview. Hennessy has spent a lifetime facilitating the emotional expressions of others, allowing for honest communication, embracing l...

Does it hurt when you smile? If so, you may have sensitive teeth. Heather Brittany shares quick fixes for all your tooth issues. brbr Looking to boost your mood? Try a few decorating tips that will influence your mood for the better. Cynthia Brian provides Star Style for your strategic design! brbr As Americans, we love our grass, but as the years of drought drag on, the word L-A-W-N is becoming synonymous with wasteful. Daily in the USA, over 29 billion gallons of water is used and of that, 30%...

In T42, the Goddess Gals share highlights from their recent European travels. Heather Brittany attended the Rugby World Cup in England, Oktoberfest in Germany, and globe-trotted through several countries, while Cynthia Brian savored time in France with a few delightful days with her childhood pen pal in Great Britain. The Mother/Daughter dynamic duo raised their glasses together in Champagne for a special celebration. What’s hugelkultur and how can we be more water wise? Are you still dreaming o...

Autumn is with us. The sun is still scorching our soils with heat during the days while the nights offer chilly dew. The fall season is the best time to take care of garden chores before winter arrives. Goddess Gardener, Cynthia Brian sets the stage for fall gardening. With the drought parching the soils of the West, how can we be environmentally friendly and still enjoy a green lawn? Enter Massachusetts citizen scientist, Jackson Madnick who spent years researching a combination of seven seed g...

Cynthia Brian and Heather Brittany recently toured the phenomenal Huntington Gardens in Pasadena. They’ll discuss the healing powers of nature as well as the history of this public oasis. When you go, make sure to make a reservation for the Rose Garden Tea Room. Are you experiencing senior moments yet you are only in your twenties? You are not alone as our cognitive ability decreases beginning around age twenty four. In Health Matters, Heather Brittany helps you fight the fade with brainy ideas!...

Autumn is with us. The sun is still scorching our soils with heat during the days while the nights offer chilly dew. The fall season is the best time to take care of garden chores before winter arrives. Goddess Gardener, Cynthia Brian sets the stage for fall gardening. With the drought parching the soils of the West, how can we be environmentally friendly and still enjoy a green lawn? Enter Massachusetts citizen scientist, Jackson Madnick who spent years researching a combination of seven seed g...

Why is enthusiasm contagious? What puts a bounce in your step? What helps you bubble over like champagne? Find out when Chief Enthusiasm Officer of Starstyle® Productions, llc, Cynthia Brian shares personal experiences and her Gift of Enthusiasm chapter from her award winning book, Be the Star You Are!® 99 Gifts for Living, Loving, Laughing, and Learning to Make Difference. www.StarStyleRadio.net How do you avoid common pitfalls of running a family business? When you colleagues are family is the...

What did you want to be when you were a child? Did you hold onto your dreams or go in a different direction? Happiness is doing what you love and loving what you do. Cynthia Brian shares The Gift of Dreams from her book, Be the Star You Are!® 99 Gifts for Living, Loving, Laughing, and Learning to Make a Difference.. With compassion, honesty, and the keen eye of an Emmy-award-winning journalist, Mary Pflum Peterson explores her family’s complex history in her raw debut memoir, White Dresses. We’l...

What is fitness etiquette for a class or in the gym? Find out in Health Matters with fitness instructor, Heather Brittany. To have a truly healthy garden, create a pollinator paradise. It’s easy to do. You won’t need any special talents, just lots of curiosity, and these simple tips with Goddess Gardener, Cynthia Brian. Every day it is important to have positive input. We are creatures of habit and it’s easy to get bogged down with the latest bad news and the financial failures of those around u...

California Wine Month in September celebrates one of California’s signature agricultural products and all that vintners and growers bring to the economy, culture and lifestyle of the Golden State. September is also a great time to plan a visit to California Wine Country. Wineries and regions throughout the state will be marking the harvest and celebrating California Wine Month with special tastings, festivals, wine immersion experiences, tours, concerts and more. Find out how to enjoy wine from ...

On September 9th, 1999, Be the Star You Are!® was born as a 501c3 to empower women, families, and youth through improved literacy, increased positive media messages, and tools for living. Cynthia Brian conceived and founded the charity and Heather Brittany was a young teen co-founder. Today we celebrate 17 years of making a difference as a TOP NON PROFIT and will share stories of our trials, triumphs, and tribulations. Longtime supporter of Be the Star You Are!® and author of Road Map for Gradua...

Could parents be the root cause of the anxiety that children feel when it comes to math and homework? Research indicates that children of highly math-anxious parents learn less. Find out why parents help hinders with Heather Brittany and Cynthia Brian in T42. Is your five or six year old ready for school? Find out the skills kids need for kindergarten plus how to provide the healthiest and most nutritious diet for your child. Fall is around the corner and harvest time is here. Find out what to d...

There are many misconceptions about medical marijuana. In Health Matters, Heather Brittany explodes the myths and provides the facts of benefits and perils. Each of us has several talents. It is our responsibility to discover them and to use them in the world for the good of others. What are your aptitudes? Cynthia Brian reads a chapter from her award winning book, Be the Star You Are!®. Make what you love, what you do. Do you feel like you are always juggling a thousand balls? We know we do. In...