Episodes

Guest Dr. Laurie Steelsmith, N.D. (DrLaurieSteelsmith.com) is a natural medicine practitioner and author of "Natural Choices for Women's Health: How the Secrets of Natural and Chinese Medicine Can Create a Lifetime of Wellness". She joins Patricia to discuss self-care recommendations that address the most common health conditions for women of all ages.

Joining Patricia is Marianne Szymanski, America's leading toy expert and co-author of "Toy Tips: A Parent's Essential Guide To Smart Toy Choices" (ToyTips.com). Join them as they discuss smart choices for purchasing toys during the holidays for the kids in your life.

Joining Patricia is guest Chloe Tuttle, owner of The Big Mill Bed & Breakfast in Williamston, NC (BigMill.com). Chloe talks about southern hospitality over the holidays and how living in the house that has been in her family since 1920 brings the meaning of heritage and roots to life.

Kevin Eikenberry, speaker, trainer, organizational consultant and author of "Vantagepoints On Learning and Life: Finding Learning Opportunities in Everyday Situations" (vantagepoints.net) Stay tuned as he shares how to laugh, love and learn everyday! Kevin's goal is to reach organizations and individuals who believe in the power of action – organizations and individuals who are passionate about succeeding at their highest level.

Guests Mick and Sylvie Avery are authors and spirit mediums with a world-wide following. In their books and on their radio programs they communicate with the spirit world help us to understand the nature of our existence and to deliver insightful truths to steer us onto a path to possible enlightenment. Tune in as they share their gifts with Patricia. For further information, log onto www.spirit-teaching.com.

Guest OE Cruiser Small, the Light House Chef (thelighthousechef.com), has been a chef for over 30 years and author of the new cookbook "Lighthouse with a Heart". He discusses ways to de-stress holiday cooking.

Guest Alan Seale (alanseale.com) is a leadership, business and life coach, musician, nationally recognized speaker, interfaith minister and award winning author. He discusses how to uncover your real priorities, deepest values and life purpose in his new book, "Soul Mission, Life Vision: Recognize Your True Gifts and Make Your Mark in the World".

Dr. Rovenia Brock, Ph.D. is an award-winning African-American nutritionist, fitness expert and author of "Dr. Ro's Ten Secrets to Livin' Healthy"(askdrro.com). Join Patricia and Dr. Ro as she presents a science-based health program based on diet, nutrition, and exercise that addresses the unique needs, interests and lifestyle issues of African-American women.

Patricia's guest, Susan Peabody, is an experienced speaker and workshop leader and author of the best-selling book "Addiction to Love" (brightertomorrow.net). Join them as Susan discusses her new book, "The Art of Changing: Your Path To a Better Life", which guides people step-by-step along the challenging road to change with hope, encouragement, and tools to reach one's full potential.

Joining Patricia is Shirley Mitchell, host of Aging Out of the Box (agingoutsidethebox.net) on the VoiceAmerica Health & Wellness Channel. Tune in as Shirley discusses how we can age with power style and vitality, her radio program and books "Fabulous After 50" (fabulousafter50.com) and "Sensational after 60" (sensationalafter60.com).

Joining Patricia is Linda Ockwell-Jenner, motivational speaker, life expert, and two-time breast cancer survivor, and author of "A Life Like Mine: Everyday Strategies for Living with Life's Challenges". She discusses how to live life to the fullest, have no regrets and turn challenges into something positive.

Joining Patricia is Neta Jackson (daveneta.com), author of the national phenomenon "The Yada Yada Prayer Group" series of three novels which were inspired by a real-life prayer group. She discusses how women of diverse and very different ethnic, racial and socio-economic backgrounds come together to pray and find a common bond among them.

Donald R. Yance, expert Clinical Herbalist and Certified Nutritionist, is the author of "Herbal Medicine", "Healing", and "Cancer Thriving Beyond Surviving: Elite Herbs" & "Natural Compounds for Mastering Stress and Aging". He is the Founder, President and formulator of Natura Health Products (naturahealthproducts.com). Join us as he discusses Natura, an integrated healing system that embodies the precepts of nature being the great physician, the spiritual inclination to live with passion for he...

Betsey Beaven is the co-author of four vegetarian cookbooks including "The Political Palate" and co-founder/professional chef at Bloodroot vegetarian restaurant (bloodroot.com) for 24 years which was named one of the top 10 vegetarian restaurants in the country by Vegetarian Times. She will discuss the health benefits and joy of cooking seasonal, organic and ethnic foods of all kinds.

Joining Patricia are guests John Pemberton and Steven Leavitt, patent attorneys at Steven B. Leavitt, LLP (youinventit.com). They will discuss how to protect and profit from your ideas. Their new radio show "You Invent It, We Protect It" will debut on the VoiceAmerica Business Channel on September 8, 2005.

Jim Motavalli, editor of E/The Environmental Magazine (emagazine.com) and lead editor of GREEN LIVING, will discuss GREEN LIVING: The E Magazine Handbook for Living Lightly on the Earth. He will share advice on everything from planet-friendly cosmetics to home-based renewable energy and present straight talk on hemp, hybrids, and hair coloring.

Guest Cindy Lowy (www.cindylowy.com) is a jewelry artist, speaker and author of "Harmony and Me", a nurturing, comforting, book with answers to life's most pressing questions. Through personal narrative, her poetry and art, Cindy Lowy weaves a tapestry of faith, hope and miracles as she shares pearls of wisdom for living a peaceful, joyful life.

Sharon Wegscheider-Cruse (sharonwcruse.com) is a nationally known consultant, educator and author of 11 books. She will discuss her newest book, "Learning to Balance Your Life: 6 Powers that Restore Your Energy and Spirit". She will discuss how to harness your power to make true life changes in just 8 weeks.

Patricia's guest, Rabbi Dr. Abraham J. Twerski, is a world-renowned spiritual guide and founder of Gateway Rehabilitation Center (gatewayrehab.org), one of America's premier treatment facilities for drug and alcohol addiction. Author of over 40 books, he will discuss his newest book, "From Pulpit...To Couch", where he offers a truly unique definition of spirituality together with an insightful analysis of addiction and chemical base.

Guest Steven Strassler, Ph.D. is a clinical professor at Thunderbird: The Garvin School of International Management where he teaches entrepreneurship. He is the author of "MBA In A DAY: What You Would Learn at Top-Tier Business Schools (If You Only Had the Time!)". Strassler will discuss essential business skills and concepts including negotiation, effective communication and leadership. www.mbainaday.com

Tom Robinson, who himself is coping with Crohn's disease, coaches people with chronic illnesses (www.chronicillnesscoach.com). He will discuss strategies to help you manage your disease better, how to get control of your life, how to communicate more effectively with friends, family, employers and coworkers, and how to create a sense of purpose in your life and work towards your dreams again.

Theresa M. Szczurek, Ph.D. is a successful entrepreneur and consultant to organizations and individuals and author of Pursuit of Passionate Purpose: Success Strategies for a Rewarding Personal and Business Life, a book that brings needed shape and structure for developing and benefiting from a clear sense of purpose in your own life. She will discuss the results of her extensive research on how to live a life with passion and purpose.

Richard L Evans, author of "The Historical Odyssey", "Life of the Eagle" will discuss this mystical and magical novel about a man who is literally ageless, can not die and watches generation after generation pass before his eyes. We learn from him how our nation was shaped with perseverance, courage and faith.

Dr. Ave' Sims ND staff physician and Dr. Christine Brass-Jones, D.O. medical director of the Center for True Harmony Wellness & Medicine. They will discuss women's health including prevention, diagnosis and treatments. The Center for True Harmony Wellness & Medicine (www. trueharmonywellness.com) is dedicated to promoting the self-actualization of individuals in their own healthcare through the integration of various healing modalities designed to heal, educate and create lifelong wellness of th...