Episodes

Oct. 15, 2009

THE WORLD AT 2012

In T42, Heather Brittany and Cynthia Brian reveal the secrets behind the 2012 stories. Is 2012 the new Y2K? Find out as the Goddess Gals dig deeper in history to chronicle the debate surrounding the superstitions. John Major Jemkins, author of the acclaied Maya Cosmogenesis 2012 brings us The 2012 Story: The Myths, Fallacies, and Truth behind the most intriguing date in history. We’ll learn how this date has been interpreted and misinterpreted by scholars, gurus, and cultures and what key contro...
Oct. 8, 2009

Elder Culture; Friends, Lovers; Domestic Violence Month

Theodore Roszak reflects on the future of America’s most audacious generation in his book, The Making of an Elder Culture. In 1969 he wrote about the counter culture generation and now he reminds the boomers that they will spend more time being old than being young. Author Ray Skop invites you to ride his roller coaster of life as he describes his adventures and misadventures in his book, Friends, Lovers, and other Paraphernalia. Ray talks about the importance of family, embracing your roots, an...
Oct. 1, 2009

Educating Esme; Dragon House, Sexual Predators

Overview: Esme Raji Codell's first year of teaching with Educating Esme; John Shors intimate peep into the streets of Vietnam today; Heather Brittany and Cynthia Brian with protection from predators. Educating Esme: Diary of a Teacher’s First Year is lauded as honest, smart, and spunky. From John Shors, the critically acclaimed author of Beneath a Marble Sky comes Dragon House, an unforgettable story of redemption set in modern-day Vietnam. In T42, Heather Brittany talks with Cynthia Brian about...
Sept. 24, 2009

Go Go Go, The End of Medicine, 6th Annual BTSYA Essay Contest

In T42, Heather Brittany talks with Cynthia Brian about the new craze of go go dancing in clubs for young people. The Goddess Gals also reflect on the launch of the book, Be the Star You Are! for Teens. Your body knows how to heal itself according to author Kaare Bursell who will share his priceless information from his book, The End of Medicine. Prepare to open your hearts and minds to a new way of living consciously and healthily without drugs, supplements, or genetic therapy. Annoucing the 6t...
Sept. 17, 2009

Hypnotizing Maria, The Precious Lies of Madeleine de Scudéry With best selling authors, Richard Bach and Eleanor Knowles Dugan

Bestselling author Richard Bach inspired millions with his popular allegorical tale, Joanathan Livingston Seagull. Now Bach is back with Hyponotizing Maria, an exploration of the nature of reality and the power of suggestions. It is a dramatic story of discovery, a story tale how-to for un-hypnotizing ourselves and for catching a glimpse of te one reality behind thekaleidoscope inventions of space and time. Bach still flies his own planes. In 1983, Eleanor Knowles Dugan was researching another p...
Sept. 10, 2009

Countdown to Books and Bands, Perseverance, The Holiday Party

Cynthia Brian and Heather Brittany prepare for the big Books and Bands Bash Benefit for Septembe 13 and share all the exciting event activities with you. The book, Be the Star You Are! for TEENS will be unveiled. Can you imagine being in high school or college and suddenly learning you have cancer? That’s the question the twenty young people in this book had to answer when they were diagnosed with childhood cancer. Author, Carolyn Rubenstein’s book Perseverance shares life lessons learned throug...
Sept. 3, 2009

Helias Doundoulakis with I was Trained to Be A Spy

An exciting first-hand account of a World War II spy, I was Trained to be a Spy, chronicles the true adventures of a young man on dangerous missions of espionage in Greece. Cynthia Brian interviews decorated war hero, Helias Doundoulakis for a full hour of intrigue and mystery.
Aug. 27, 2009

Nora Nordan, Paul Sutherland, Frank Gromling

Director of Studies at Treider, Norway’s oldest private independent College of Commerce, Nora Nordan talks about her chapter in Be the Star You Are!® for Teens, The Gift of Understanding. A refreshing look at the basic principles and investment philosophies underlying a successful life the Zenvesting way, Paul Sutherland’s book, The Virtue of Wealth, provides a down-to-earth voice at the center of the economic turmoil. The Project Assistant for the Marineland Right Whale Project, Frank Gromling ...
Aug. 20, 2009

Books and Bands Bash Benefit, The Book of Dad, How to Stop Obesity in its Tracks

Cynthia Brian shares all the exciting details of the September 13 Books and Bands Bash Benefit celebrating 10 years of charity literacy for Be the Star You Are! The Book of Dad features the collection of Robert Benson’s observations, insights and fatherly advice. Joanne Moff has dedicated her life to helping obese individuals find and maintain a healthier lifestyle. Her book, Now What Do I Do?, offers long term success.
Aug. 13, 2009

10th Anniversary of Be the Star You Are!, Books and Bands Bash Benefit, Gratitude, Possibility and Differences

Cynthia Brian shares information for the 10th Anniversary Celebration of Be the Star You Are!® charity with the Books and Bands Bash Benefit and introduces contributors of the book for teens, Rena Wilson Fox, TJ Hoisington, and Anna Myers.
Aug. 6, 2009

Hula Hooping; Quackless Duck Meets Rudoplph, Gift of Friends and Risk

Heather Brittany and Cynthia Brian look at the updated hula hoop craze that is sweeping America. Jane Lowrey-Christian debuts Book 6 in the Quackless Duck Series with Quackless Duck Meets Rudolph the Reindeer and Rises Home with Santa. Erica Miner, author of Travels with My Lovers and Friends FourEver contributed The Gift of Friends to Be the Star You Are!® for TEENS and Libby Gill author of Traveling Hopefully and You, UnStuck, penned The Gift of Risk. Both best sellers join us to discuss their...
July 30, 2009

YOU CAN DO IT; DESIGNING WITH FABRICS AND COLORS; LETTING GO; BREATHING AND SERENDIPITY

Donald H. Young offers a simple step by step guide to financial security with his book, You Can Do It. In his book, he takes the reader by the hand and shows them in simple to understand steps how to meet their financial objectives. Designing with Fabrics and Color by author Brenda Weiss, ASID, is the perfect guide to help you understand the basics of design, fabrics, paint selection, color theory, and furniture styles for any room. Chicken Soup for the Gardener’s Soul co author, Pat Stone, has ...
July 23, 2009

DANGER DATING, WORST CASE SCENARIO-MIDDLE SCHOOL, BE THE STAR YOU ARE FOR TEENS!

Heather Brittany and Cynthia Brian investigate the dangerous date rape drugs of the 21st century and give tips on how to be safe. The Worst- Cast Scenario Survival Handbook: Middle School is the newest offering for both boys and girls who are facing the big transition in school and life. Author, David Borgenicht joins Cynthia Brian. The 10th Anniversary of Be the Star You Are!® charity is fast approaching. All the details for the big event and information on how you can participate is the focus ...
July 16, 2009

A TRIBUTE TO FATHER PAT MCGRATH, THE GIFT OF YOU; THE FAMILY; THE SECRET DIARIES OF CHARLOTTE BRONTE.

A great friend and mentor, Father Patrick McGrath, who penned the Gift of Sports and was honored in the book, Be the Star You Are!® died this week. His life was a celebration of goodness and kindness to all. He is remembered and eulogized.
July 9, 2009

Author Robert Alexander, Writer, Steve Mitchell, and Artist Michael Colavito

National bestseller, Robert Alexander, author of The Kitchen Boy and Rasputin’s Daughter, returns with to revolutionary Russia for The Romanov Bride., which begins like a fairy tale and ends with a moving finale. Former IBM executive, Steve Mitchell, reflects on love, fear, and forgiveness with his contribution of The Gift of Forgiveness to Be the Star You Are! for TEENS. Modern image artist, Michael Colavito, has taken over 30 years to develop a new type of photography/cinema entirely without c...
July 2, 2009

JULIA QUINN WITH WHAT HAPPENS IN LONDON; JANE LOWREY-CHRISTIAN WITH QUACKLESS PRAYS FOR A NEW VOICE ; JAMES ROLLIN WITH THE DOOMSDAY KEY

New York Times bestselling author, Julia Quinn, returns with another dazzling historical romance that showcases her trademark wit, snappy, dialogue, and heartfelt emotion. What Happens in London is filled with wit, humor, and suspense. Jane Lowry-Christian returns with book 5 in the Quackless Duck series of adventures as Quackless prays for a new voice and goes to heaven to get one. The journey continues with this charming tale. Bestselling author, James Rollins, explores human overpopulation, t...
June 25, 2009

30 DAYS TO EVERYDAY MIRACLES; LD JUST MEANS LEARN DIFFERENTLY; THE WEDNESDAY SISTERS

Jennifer Hoffman has taught the principles of miraculous living to thousands of clients. Now with her book, 30 Days to Everyday Miracles, she brings her spiritual tenets to the world. Everything is possible. Learning specialist and author, John Toker, returns with his new book, LD Just Means Learn Differently.This book includes autism, dyslexia, ADHD, other learning issues, and physical obstacles related to multiple sclerosis, and cerebral palsy. Friendship, loyalty, and love lie at the heart of...
June 18, 2009

MESSAGES TO MYSELF; AS THE CHAIR TURNS: BE THE STAR YOU ARE!® FOR TEENS

What you think and believe about yourself directly affects your behaviors, your choices, and your mental health. Helen McIntosh, a popular speaker, shows us how to improve our self image with Messages to Myself. As the Chair Turns is a personal pocket guide filled with tips. snips, and clips for beauty professionals. Written by twenty-nine year veteran of cosmetology, Kathy Jager, the book promises to empower and encourage stylists and help them grow their businesses. Be the Star You Are!® for T...
June 11, 2009

DR. BERNIE SIEGEL WITH FAITH, HOPE, AND HEALING; JANE LOWREY-CHRISTIAN WITH QUACKLESS DUCK GETS A VOICE TRANSPLANT, CYNTHIA BRIAN and DALLAS WOODBURN WITH BE THE STAR YOU ARE! FOR TEENS

Best selling author and found of Exceptional Cancer Patients, Dr. Bernie Siegel, returns to chat with Cynthia Brian about his newest book, Faith, Hope, and Healing. Jane Lowry-Christian returns with book 4 in the Quackless Duck series of adventures as the little rubbery ducky falls in love and gets a voice transplant. Be the Star You Are!® for Teens has been selected as one of the top 50 books for young people and those who love them by Radical Parenting. Young writer and founder of Write On Fou...
June 4, 2009

Special Encore Presentation: The Happiness Myth, Heart in the Right Place, Summer Tips in T42 with Michael Hecht

What constitutes happiness? Philosopher, historian, and poet, Jennifer Michael Hecht demonstrates failed and successful paths to happiness in The Happiness Myth. The discovery that you can go home again is the heartwarming father-daughter memoir, Heart in the Right Place. The Stella Donne Goddess Gals storm the airwaves with T42-A Mother/Daughter Brew tips for a fantastic summertime.
May 28, 2009

Spotlight on Be the Star You Are! for TEENS–interviews with Heather Brittany, Jack McClendon, Katie Kale, Yasmin Shiraz, and Sally Franz

Author and host, Cynthia Brian showcases celebrated contributors to the new book, Be the Star You Are! for Teens including co-host Heather Brittany, Time Genie author, Jack McClendon, teen actor, Katie Kale, endorser of the book and author of Retaliation, Yasmin Shiraz, and inventor, Sally Franz.
May 21, 2009

Adaptability, Sensitive Sam, Be the Star You Are!® for TEENS

M.J. Ryan, one of the creators of the New York Times bestselling Random Acts of Kindness series and the author of The Happiness Makeover (nominated for the 2005 Books for Better Living award in the Motivational category) debuts her newest book, Adaptability, How to Survive Change You Didn’t Ask for. There are 1.75 million copies of her titles in print. Marla Roth-Fisch brings us Sensitive Sam, a book about Sam’s sensory adventure with a happy ending. What is Sensory Processing Disorder and why i...
May 14, 2009

QUACKLESS DUCK FINDS HIS PALS, I WAS TRAINED TO BE A SPY, SMALLVILLE’S TESS MERCER

Jane Lowry-Christian returns with book 3 in the Quackless Duck series of adventures as the little rubbery ducky finds his pals and survives the winter. Helias Doundoulakis was a spy in World War II. His book, I Was Trained to Be a Spy, is his story of escaping from the Gestapo and living underground in Greece. Cassidy Freeman, the villainous and eerily enticing “Tess Mercer” in CW’s highly-rated, long-running, #1-hit series “Smallville” shares her experiences as the woman who conned her way into...
May 7, 2009

Chicken Soup for the Soul-Divorce and Recovery with Patty Hansen: Be the Star You Are!® for TEENS with Cynthia Brian

Going through a divorce is difficult, but you are not alone. In Chicken Soup for the Soul, Divorce and Recovery, co-author Patty Hansen offers 101 true stories of men and women who have divorced and come out the other side–happy, healthy, and independent. Cynthia Brian introduces more stories from the new book, Be the Star You Are! for TEENS.