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Fitz Koehler, M.S.E.S.S. of Fitzness.com is one of the most prominent and compelling fitness experts and race announcers in America. As the voice of the Los Angeles Marathon, Buffalo Marathon, Big Sur Marathon, DC Wonder Woman Run Series, and more, she brings big structure, energy, and joy to sports. She’s passionate about guiding others to live better and longer through her company, Fitzness®. She’s appeared on national media outlets and has worked as a spokesperson and speaker for corporations like Disney, Tropicana, Oakley, and Office Depot. Fitz has also inspired millions of kids to get active through her successful school running/walking program, The Morning Mile®. Her memoir, My Noisy Cancer Comeback, was released in October 2020 and has become the go-to source of inspiration for thriving while surviving cancer. Her next books YOUR HEALTHY CANCER COMEBACK and the YOUR HEALTHY CANCER COMEBACK JOURNAL have just released in January 2023.  Fitz enjoys water sports, strength training, animals, hugs, sarcasm, and travel.Learn more about Fitz at: Fitzness.comIt was so fun having Fitz on A Juicy Pear Podcast. She is truly an inspiration, and I can't wait to have her on again! If your feeling lead, you can Buy Me A Coffee on  http://www.ajuicypearpodcast.comSupport the show

Kattie was exposed to meth at a very young age. Both her parents struggled with meth addiction, which resulted in a very dysfunctional home. When she was arrested at 19, Kattie realized she didn’t want to continue going down the same path. She went on to be a counselor of high-risk populations and remained sober for a number of years. After a relapse – or recurrence of symptoms – she was arrested on federal charges and spent three years in prison. That’s when Kattie finally started to accept help from the people around her. She found a loving, supportive community to help her maintain wellness.Today, Kattie is married with a young son, another one on the way, and two Great Danes. She is attending grad school for clinical mental health counseling. Through her work as a peer coach and supervisor, she’s able to give back and help others. She loves being there for her members and sees the best in them, even when they can’t.To learn about Kattie and the program she is involved in, check out:  We Face it TogetherI so enjoyed having Kattie on A Juicy Pear Podcast! Listen now, on you favorite podcast directory.  If your feeling lead, you can Buy Me A Coffee on  http://www.ajuicypearpodcast.comSupport the show

The Paranorm Girl Podcast was born from an insatiable desire to learn about the paranormal at a foundational level. Is there anything to it? Who are the experts? What can the legends and lore tell us? Is the abounding fear of this subject...unfounded - or appropriate?Kristen Amanda, the host of this weekly show, comes from an acting and filmmaking background. Growing up, while not raised within any particular faith or religion, her mother did encourage an open mind in regards to the mysterious, the fringe and the paranormal. Whether you are a full-on skeptic or a believer wanting to know more, if you’re looking for an education in the paranormal, she is your Paranorm Girl.The Paranorm Girl Podcast was featured in American Paranormal Magazine's July 2022 issue and Kristen has been a guest on numerous paranormal podcasts and radio programs, most recently with Cristina Gomez on her two popular shows, Strange Paradigm and Weekly Strange News, as well as, Nocturnal Frequency Radio's 15th Season Premiere.She welcomes all questions and comments @paranormgirlpod on all socials or emails to paranormgirlpod@gmail.com.I had so much fun chatting with Kristen, and I can't wait to have her on the show again! Listen now to A Juicy Pear Podcast on your favorite podcast directory. If your feeling lead, you can Buy Me A Coffee on  http://www.ajuicypearpodcast.comSupport the show

Veteran business coach Jennifer Kok started her first business two days before giving birth to her second child. She managed to turn it around in the middle of a recession, and then sold the company for a profit, after growing it to a national brand.  She makes her experience an asset for owners looking for the next wave in their business journey.  She is the founder of Next Wave Business Coaching where she helps existing businesses uncover hidden opportunities for revenue and profits by developing a business strategy for them to gain focus, clarity, and a roadmap to get results to build a sustainable business.I had a lot of fun chatting with Jennifer in this off-site podcast interview at a coffee shop.  We talk about families and career, and how to balance the two without pulling your hair out. Listen now on your favorite podcast directory. Nextwavebusinesscoaching.com If your feeling lead, you can Buy Me A Coffee on  http://www.ajuicypearpodcast.comSupport the show

When I came across Joanna's fb feed,  I knew I had to have her on my show. She's  fun, entertaining, and confident. We sit down and talk shop about how she became a digital creator, how she went viral, and how she uses the internet/social media to create her one-of-a-kind reels.  We also chatted about spirituality, and what inspires her in daily living.     We laughed a lot during this episode, and I can't wait for her to come on A Juicy Pear Podcast again! If your feeling lead, you can Buy Me A Coffee on  http://www.ajuicypearpodcast.comSupport the show

At the age of 16, Bailey Reber was diagnosed with bipolar disorder. For years, she struggled with not only managing her mental illness, but also with accepting it, while the outside world did not. She decided to start her own podcast, 'Distressed to Joyful; Bailey’s Way' in order to help and encourage others to seek professional help that they may need, especially in times of darkness. She hopes that being vulnerable and talking about hard topics on her podcast will help shine a light to listeners who may be struggling with similar situations. Additionally, she hopes to bring about new perspectives to those not directly affected by mental illness in order to help them understand the world with a kinder heart.I so enjoyed having Bailey on my show! To learn more, check out her website:  whatisheybailsdoing.com If your feeling lead, you can Buy Me A Coffee on  http://www.ajuicypearpodcast.comSupport the show

As many as three-quarters of Americans believe in the paranormal. This excludes most stories of those who have had 'encounters' with God. Hear true stories of Divine encounters leading to a life of a spiritual outlaw, hosted by Ken McMullenThe podcast, Becoming Outlaws: True Stories of Divine Encounters, has the most unlikely people sharing stories of encounters with God. Ken has had a lifelong interest in all things spiritual and aware of God's presence since an early age. Throughout his life he has used various methods to help teach and guide others into having the same 'Divine Encounter' with God that he feels all humans were meant to have. His recent podcast is his latest way of doing this by having all sorts of notable people come on the share to share their experiences. Thank you so much Ken for sharing your story and coming on A Juicy Pear Podcast.Learn more about Ken and his podcast at: Becoming Outlaws If your feeling lead, you can Buy Me A Coffee on  http://www.ajuicypearpodcast.comSupport the show

I often talk about the paranormal, and I enjoy having conversations with people that have psychic abilities, and/or have experienced an unusual or supernatural event.  I had a delightful conversation with Vivian Leigh, all the way across the pond from Great Britain. She has several fascinating accounts of her psychic abilities which started as early as three years old.  Some of her experiences with the paranormal are funny, and her abilities have carried over into adulthood.  I can't quite remember how we connected-somewhere on social media-but I'm so glad we did! Thank you so much for coming on A Juicy Pear Podcast, I look forward to having Vivian on the show again!  If your feeling lead, you can Buy Me A Coffee on  http://www.ajuicypearpodcast.comSupport the show

Brianne Davis has brought many compelling characters to life on screen, as well as calling the shots behind the scenes as a director and producer.  In film and television, Brianne most recently starred on the History Channel’s “Six.” Additional TV credits include Netflix's “Lucifer,” Hulu’s “Casual,” and HBO’s “True Blood.” Brianne’s first lead role in film came in 2005 with the blockbuster hit “Jarhead” starring opposite Jake Gyllenhaal. She also starred in the horror film “Prom Night.” Thriving behind the camera, as much as in front, under her production company Give & Take Productions, Brianne has produced three films while also directing “The Night Visitor 2: Heather’s Story” and “Deadly Signal.”With over 12 1/2 years of recovery as a Sex and Love Addict, Brianne hosts the popular personal journal podcast “Secret Life.” The podcast launched in August 2020 and features inspiring true confessions from an eclectic group of guests, unpacking a plethora of taboo topics. Brianne’s latest venture in the “Secret Life” brand is her debut novel, “Secret Life of a Hollywood Sex & Love Addict,” which instantly hit the best-sellers list on Amazon earlier this year.She is a renowned sober coach in addiction recovery. She has spoken on over 250 podcasts and television shows, including The Doctors, The Daily Blast, and many more as an advocate for creating awareness of the deadly disease of sex and love addiction. She has also penned several articles on the subject for Cosmopolitan UK, Daily Beast, HuffPost, and The Drill. She is currently in rewrites for the follow-up novel of the Secret Life series and developing it as a tv series. Brianne currently resides in the Los Angeles area with her husband Mark Gantt and son, Davis. If your feeling lead, you can Buy Me A Coffee on  http://www.ajuicypearpodcast.comSupport the show

After serving in the United States Marine Corps for 6 years (including a tour of Afghanistan), Sergeant Travis Snyder took it upon himself to start advocacy for veteran mental health after the loss of a fellow comrade. Walking a total of 2,240 miles, Travis has completed two laps around Lake Michigan on foot, as well as shorter walks to raise funds and awareness for the cause. We talked about our time in the military, the difficulties in trying to find purpose after serving, and his passion for raising awareness for people with mental health issues. I had so much fun chatting with Travis! I look forward to him coming back on the show. Learn more about Travis at: Travis Hikes Lake Michigan If your feeling lead, you can Buy Me A Coffee on  http://www.ajuicypearpodcast.comSupport the show

Melissa is an award-winning author of Dark Romance, Fantasy, and Paranormal Romance books.  She has a passion for philosophy, mythology, and all things supernatural.   She is also the cohost of the podcast, Spoiler Country.  We talked about all aspects of the writing process, and how she goes about writing her fantastic book series. Look for her latest books in the Immortal Billionaires Series, out now. I had so much fun chatting with Melissa, thank you so much for coming on A Juicy Pear Podcast!Melissa Sercia If your feeling lead, you can Buy Me A Coffee on  http://www.ajuicypearpodcast.comSupport the show

 Vanessa Potter became a “human guinea pig” for science after a terrifying experience changed her life. After 16 years as an award-winning television producer, Vanessa found herself blind and paralyzed for a year following a neurological illness in 2012. A deep curiosity to better understand the mechanics of her mind propelled her down a new, science-communication path, resulting in collaborations with Cambridge neuroscientists and her first book, Patient H69: The Story of my Second Sight, (Bloomsbury, 2017)In 2015 Vanessa designed and produced an interactive, science-art exhibition that translated the public’s mindful brainwaves into music and art. In 2016 she was invited to give a TEDx talk in Belgium about the project. Vanessa’s next project was to spend 3 years wearing an EEG (electroencephalogram) headset that recorded her live brain activity; while she experienced 12 different meditation styles for a study with neuroscientists. This led to her second book, Finding My Right Mind: One Woman’s Experiment to put Meditation to the Test (Welbeck, 2021)In 2021 Vanessa founded ParkBathe, a citizen science, green health initiative in collaboration with Derby University. The project encourages sceptics to experience a 1hr adapted version of forest bathing in urban parks and is funded by the National Lottery. (Forest bathing is walking mindfully in nature while using the senses). In the Spring of 2022, Papers publishing presented ParkBathe as an accessible and highly-effective post-Covid health model. Vanessa also produces and hosts the ParkBathe podcast.Vanessa has written for Mosaic Science, The Telegraph, Marie Claire, Good Housekeeping and has been featured in The Washington Post , The Times and CNN along with many other publications. She has appeared on BBC Radio Four, BBC Shortcuts and in countless podcasts and radio shows in the UK & USA. Vanessa has given talks to health organizations, charities and schools. She is partially sighted and lives in London, UK, with her husband and two children.To learn more, visit her website:  Vanessa Potter If your feeling lead, you can Buy Me A Coffee on  http://www.ajuicypearpodcast.comSupport the show

This fun episode contains a collection of stories from a few of my podcaster friends that have experienced something that was highly unusual, paranormal, or supernatural.  Thank you to the following podcasters, ghost hunters, & friends that have contributed to this special Halloween Episode.   Ghosts In the ValleyBecause I Wanna KnowThe WoodmanGhost Hunter - Kathy ConderNightstalker BrodawgA Juicy Pear Podcast If your feeling lead, you can Buy Me A Coffee on  http://www.ajuicypearpodcast.comSupport the show

Paranormal Researcher & Mothman Expert, Steve Ward, comes back to A Juicy Pear Podcast to chat about all things that go bump in the night. We discuss the real-life eyewitness accounts of: The Goblins of Sutter's Farm, The Dogman, The Men in Black phenomenon, Slenderman, and of course, The Mothman. Steve is an avid investigator & UFO enthusiast, and brings years of research and a wealth of knowledge on his experiences with The Mothman of Point Pleasant, WV.  He tells his fascinating tales of 'high-strangeness' activities and eye-witness accounts of strange cryptids and paranormal phenomena. This was such a fun episode to record! I look forward to speaking with Steve Ward again.  If your feeling lead, you can Buy Me A Coffee on  http://www.ajuicypearpodcast.comSupport the show

M. Arcturus is an author that likes to explore every facet of the mind and of the world around her. You can see this in the books she writes, which range from Science Fiction, Urban Fantasy, Children's Books, Poetry,  & Historical Fiction.  In addition to writing, she is also a paranormal investigator. She has seen and experienced some pretty fascinating things, and I'm so glad she came on the show to chat about it!To learn more about M. Acrturus, her books,  and paranormal investigations, check out her website: Arcturusawakens.com If your feeling lead, you can Buy Me A Coffee on  http://www.ajuicypearpodcast.comSupport the show

Sara is co-founder, along side her two sisters of VP Paranormal.  Together they have been exploring, investigating and researching different aspects of the paranormal, for over 23 years.  Popular locations, cemeteries, roads and personal homes are on their resume of work in the paranormal.  Outside of her paranormal team, Sara has been a cohost of a paranormal talk show for two years.  Sara not only has grown her passion for the theories in paranormal, but also in the psychology and sociology of those that participate in the genre.  Deedee became interested in the paranormal after living in a house with unexplained occurrences in her 20's. This opened the door to paranormal investigations and research as well as the love for hearing others experiences and helping them figure out what is going on paranormal or otherwise. Deedee has been a Host and Co-Host for paranormal shows and podcasts since 2015. She has appeared on Vice, Side Hustles where she talks about haunted dolls and picks one to take home. In case you didn’t know, Deedee has a bit of an obsession and history with collecting haunted dolls and objects. Deedee and her dolls were interviewed for a Washington Post segment because of her haunted collection.To learn more, check out: Paranormally BlondeI had so much fun chatting with Paranormally Blonde on my podcast, I can't wait to have them on again!  If your feeling lead, you can Buy Me A Coffee on  http://www.ajuicypearpodcast.comSupport the show

For over twenty years, Amberrose Hammond has been researching the supernatural, weird and off-beat history of Michigan. An avid local history and cemetery enthusiast, Amberrose has lectured extensively around the state at libraries, conferences and historical cemetery tours, and has shared her love of Michigan’s weird side with thousands. She is the author of "Ghosts & Legends of Michigan’s West Coast"," "Wicked Ottawa County," "Wicked Grand Rapids" and "Mysterious Michigan."  Her books are available on Amazon, see link below to purchase. Visit Mysterious Michigan to explore more and subscribe to  her podcast, Ghostly Talk.  I had so much fun chatting with Amberrose, and so glad she stopped by A Juicy Pear Podcast! https://www.amazon.com/Mysterious-Michigan-Marvelous-Manifestations-American/dp/1467149926/ref=sr_1_1?crid=CECQM6L34U7Y&keywords=amberrose+hammond&qid=1664748251&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIyLjAyIiwicXNhIjoiMS44OCIsInFzcCI6IjEuNDUifQ%3D%3D&sprefix=amberrose+%2Caps%2C418&sr=8-1 If your feeling lead, you can Buy Me A Coffee on  http://www.ajuicypearpodcast.comSupport the show

Jimmy Star has 44 years experience working in the TV/Film industry in many capacities including actor, director, producer, writer, costume designer and publicist. He has worked on 221 titles, 39 of them as producer/associate producer. Jimmy Star is a publicist at World Star PR, and was named the Best Entertainment Publicist in the United States, working with filmmakers, actors, writers, musicians, singers, directors, authors and bands, many of which are extremely well-known in the entertainment industry. Jimmy Star is a social media expert, with a following over 1,000,000 followers strong, as well as an entertainment blogger, whose website https://www.jimmystarsworld.com is ranked #45 of the top 100 entertainment websites in the world. He also hosts The Jimmy Star Show with Ron Russell, the top web show in the world, interviewing celebrity guests in all areas of entertainment. The show just broke 1 Billion Streams, and is popular all around the world.I had so much fun chatting with Jimmy on A Juicy Pear Podcast, and can't wait to have him on the show again!  If your feeling lead, you can Buy Me A Coffee on  http://www.ajuicypearpodcast.comSupport the show

Craig is a writer and poet that focuses on the topic of mental health.  His first book,  "The Doom that Came to Astoria' is part of his Northwest Trilogy series. The book follows his character, Charlie, as he hopes to build a life away from the pain of his past. Things don't go quite his way, and he has to decide whether he even believes he can heal.  His second book in the series, 'The Dreams in the Pearl House' releases in Oct. , 2022. I just love that Craig is so transparent about his own struggles with anxiety and depression, and how he is helping people through his books and experiences. I'm excited about his writing, and I look forward to reading the other books in his series. I had so much fun chatting with Craig, thank you so much for coming on A Juicy Pear Podcast.  If your feeling lead, you can Buy Me A Coffee on  http://www.ajuicypearpodcast.comSupport the show

Steve has been following the Mothman since November of 1966. He is most interested in 'high strangeness areas" where different types of phenomena seem to occur in the same places. On December 15th, 1967, just after 5 pm, the Ohio bridge collapsed while full of traffic, in Point Pleasant, West Virginia. Many people died, and is considered one of the worst bridge accidents in modern history. Before this unfortunate event, a large-winged creature was spotted around the surrounding area, and lots of strange things were occurring in this town.  There are hundreds of eyewitness accounts, and we discuss in detail all things Mothman, the Men in Black, what led up to the event, and what it's like to live in Point Pleasant today.  I really enjoyed talking with Steve, and can't wait to have him on the show again.  If your feeling lead, you can Buy Me A Coffee on  http://www.ajuicypearpodcast.comSupport the show