Going North Podcast

“Stand up tall, smile, and listen.” - Dr. Donna ChackoToday’s featured award-winning author is a wife, grandmother, retired medical doctor, speaker, and workshop facilitator, Dr. Donna Chacko. Dr. Donna and I had a chat about her book, “Pilgrimage: A Doctor’s Healing Journey”, what faith has to do with health, and more!!! Key Things You’ll Learn:How she became a physician3 lessons learned from being a physicianHow faith plays a major part in her lifeThe most difficult part about writing her book and how she conquered it Donna’s Site: https://www.serenityandhealth.com/Donna’s Book: https://www.amazon.com/Pilgrimage-Doctors-Donna-Chacko-MD/dp/1643886525/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmonDonate on PayPal: @DBrightmonBuy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmonGet Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmon You May Also Like… Ep. 4

“Let your nerd flag fly.” - J. Lynn ElseToday’s bonus featured award-winning author is a bibliophile, tea sipper, book reviewer, and proud nerdy mom, J. Lynn Else. Lynn and I had a fun chat about her books, the benefits of being a hybrid author, and tons more!! Key Things You’ll Learn:What inspired her to write and publish booksHow she views negative reviews as a writerHer experience with self-publishing her book as well as publishing her book traditionally J. Lynn’s Site: https://www.teasippinnerdymom.com/J. Lynn’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B00KVPS8QM/allbooks?ingress=0&visitId=9758425c-39bd-4693-8081-5ade1f151b26 The opening track of this episode is titled “Violet” by MadXRuler. Click the following link to hear the full track and support the artist. https://madxruler.bandcamp.com/track/violet Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmonDonate on PayPal: @DBrightmonBuy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmonGe

“It’s those that are willing to play the long game that reaps the biggest reward.” – Isabeau MaxwellToday’s featured award-winning best-selling author is one of the leading spiritual coaches in intuitive development today, Isabeau “Beau” Maxwell. Isabeau and I had a fun chat about her book, “Cracking Open: Adventures of a Reluctant Medium”, being a spiritual entrepreneur, and more!! Key Things You’ll Learn:What the SAGE method isHer advice for others that are creating an online courseHer advice for spiritual entrepreneurs that want to create successHow to strengthen your sixth sense Isabeau Site: https://thesagemethod.com/Isabeau Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Isabeau-Maxwell/author/B08DTFSXYQ?ref=ap_rdr&store_ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true The opening track is titled “OriginOasis” by MadXRuler (formerly known as Ruler Inc.). To cop this full track and support the artist, use the following link. https://madxruler.bandcamp.com/track/originoasis 

“Make sure your ideas are worthwhile.” – Robin LandaToday’s featured bestselling author is a mom, wife, distinguished professor, and creativity guru, Robin Landa. Robin and I have a fun chat about her book, “The New Art of Ideas: Unlock Your Creative Potential”, turning setbacks into setups for success, and more!!! Key Things You’ll Learn:The 3 G’s of every good idea What keeps Robin creativeHow can people generate worthwhile ideas Robin’s Site: https://www.robinlanda.com/Robin’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Robin-Landa/author/B001H6KSYO?ref=ap_rdr&store_ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true The opening track is titled "New Perspective" by the magnanimous chill-hop master, Marcus D (@marcusd). Be sure to visit his site and support his craft. http://marcusd.net/album/secret-bosses-unreleased-retrod-beats Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmonDonate on PayPal: @DBrightmonBuy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeac

“Businesses that are inspired and well thought out, those succeed. Businesses that you think about and are just ideas in your head usually fall apart.” – Vickie HelmToday’s featured #1 bestselling author is consultant, conscious business development strategist, keynote speaker, online radio show host, and entrepreneur, Vickie Helm. Vickie and I had a fun chat about her books, the need for discernment in business, and tons more!!! Key Things You’ll Learn:How her entrepreneurship journey started at 10 years oldWhat setbacks Vickie had that led to business successWhat qualities to look for when hiring or partnering with others in business3 lessons learned from starting her podcastWhy you need to have discernment in life and business Vickie’s Site: https://vickiehelm.com/Vickie’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/s?i=digital-text&rh=p_27%3AVickie+Helm&s=relevancerank&text=Vickie+Helm&ref=dp_byline_sr_ebooks_1Vickie’s Podcast, “The Coffee Break Show”: https://metadigmdigitalco.com/coffee-brea

Listen to your inner voice.Today’s featured award-winning bestselling author is a mom, wife, London-based ghostwriter, tennis addict, and pro cellist, Alice McVeigh. Alice and I had a fun chat about her books, what really goes on behind the scenes in top London orchestras, and more!! Key Things You’ll Learn:What inspired Alice to write in multiple genresHow it can be challenging to write Jane Austenesque FictionHer advice for younger writers Alice’s Site: https://alicemcveigh.com/Alice’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Alice-Mcveigh/author/B07TDKZPVT?ref=ap_rdr&store_ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true The opening track is titled "Pilot Wings Remix" by Rukunetsu (aka Project R). Click on the following link to listen and cop the full tune. https://soundcloud.com/rukunetsu/pilotwings-4-results Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmonDonate on PayPal: @DBrightmonBuy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dom

“Don’t let people tell you what you can’t do. They’ll tell you what they can’t do or what they think they can’t do.” – Simon LeslieToday’s featured international bestselling author is a motivational poet, world traveler, sales expert, founder and chief executive of Ink, a global travel media company, Simon Leslie. Simon and I had a fun chat about his book, “Equanimity: The Diary of a CEO in Crisis”, how crisis can birth your creativity, and more!! Key Things You’ll Learn:How the pandemic brought out more of his creativityWhy fun is essential to Simon’s business and lifeThe 3 people you need in your life if you want to advanceHow naysayers can be an impetus for creating more success Simon’s Site: https://www.luckyleslie.com/Simon’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/Simon-Leslie/e/B0B2SCNKV1/ref=aufs_dp_fta_dsk The opening track is titled, “North Wind and the Sun” by Trevin P. to listen to the full track and download it, click the following link. https://compilationsforhumanity.bandcamp.com/track/nor

“Figure out who you want to be in the end” - Nathaniel A. Turner, JDToday’s bonus featured author is a father, TEDx Speaker, World Class Parent Empowerment Coach, and Humanity Propulsion Engineer, Nathaniel Turner, JD, MALS. Nate and I had a fun chat about his books, the journey that led him to become a modern-day Renaissance Man, and tons more! Key Things You’ll Learn:Why intentionality is required to create successWhat to expect from his upcoming bookWhat big setback led to one of Nate’s biggest successesA new way to show your kids that you love themThe cold hard truth about parenting Nate’s Site: https://www.nathanielaturner.com/Nate’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/kindle-dbs/entity/author/B00IKUJ6MU?_encoding=UTF8&node=2656022011&offset=0&pageSize=12&searchAlias=stripbooks&sort=author-sidecar-rank&page=1&langFilter=default#formatSelectorHeader The opening track is titled “Set Sail” by Sparks Dynamite. To cop the whole track, click the following link. https://plan

“Be open to exploring and not overplanning.” - Carrie CarterToday’s featured bonus author is a musician and lover of Japan, Carrie Carter. Carrie and I had a fun chat about her 1st book, “Whiskers Abroad: Ashi and Audrey's Adventures in Japan”, how she became interested in writing, and more!! Key Things You’ll Learn:What inspired her to write her first novelHer tips for folks looking to go to JapanWhat to expect from her next book Carrie’s Site: https://carriecarterwrites.com/Carrie’s Book: https://www.amazon.com/Whiskers-Abroad-Audreys-Adventures-Japan/dp/1951331079/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1663043509&sr=8-1 The opening track is titled "Kyotoelectric" by Project R (AKA Rukunetsu). To listen to the full track and download it, click the following link. https://soundcloud.com/rukunetsu/kyotoelectric-kunimitsu-ttt2 Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmonDonate on PayPal: @DBrightmonBuy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/

“Have the confidence to go after it.” – Karen CordawayToday’s featured bookcaster is a mom and personal finance expert, Karen Cordaway. Karen and I have a fun chat about her book, “The Everyday Bucket List Book: 10 Steps to Bringing More Exciting Experiences to Everyday Life”, some examples of good bucket list items that folks don’t think about, and more!!! Key Things You’ll Learn:Some bucket list ideas you can write down and do todayHow you can organize your bucket listHow your bucket list can lead to new hobbiesThe 3 major lessons learned from starting her podcast. Karen’s Site: https://linktr.ee/EverydayBucketListKaren’s Book: https://www.amazon.com/Everyday-Bucket-List-Book-Experiences/dp/0578507439Karen’s Podcast, “The Everyday Bucket List”: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-everyday-bucket-list-podcast/id1541009008?uo=4 This week's opening track is titled HIRAMEKI-Mirai-未来 by Rukunetsu AKA Project R. Be sure to click this link to check out his wonderful music. https://soundcloud.c

“Fear is one of the greatest barriers that we have.” – Shiva KumarToday’s featured author is an award-winning director and editor, actor, and scriptwriter, Shiva Kumar. Shiva and I had a fun chat about his book, “An Awakening: Book 1 of The Lanka Chronicles”, using your life experience to expand your creative pursuits, and more!! Key Things You’ll Learn:What inspired Shiva to writeWhat is Kindle Vella and how Shiva is using it to gain more readersWhat was his biggest setback that set him up for successWhat tennis taught him about acting and writing Shiva’s Site: https://linktr.ee/shivakumarauthorShiva’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/Shiva-Kumar/e/B0993XCG5P/ref=aufs_dp_fta_dsk The opening track is titled “Kirin” by Marcus D. to listen to the full track and purchase the whole album, click the following link. https://marcusd.net/album/kirin You May Also Like… Ep. 433 – “Ticking Clock: Behind the Scenes at 60 Minutes” with Ira Rosen: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-433-ticking-clock

“People love people who are good listeners.” – Sarah ElkinsToday’s featured bookcaster is a Gallup Certified Strength Coach, keynote speaker, storytelling coach, and workshop facilitator, Sarah Elkins. Sarah and I had a fun chat about her book, “Your Stories Don't Define You: How You Tell Them Will”, what makes a good coach a good coach, and tons more storytelling goodness!!! Key Things You’ll Learn:What led Sarah to become a storytelling coachWhy most people don’t know how to truly share their most valuable stories and how to get better at sharing those storiesWhat led her to write her bookA powerful storytelling technique that makes your stories more relatable2 major lessons she Learned from being a podcast hostWhat to consider when hiring a coach Sarah’s Site: https://sarah-elkins.mykajabi.com/offers/8RVXVkcf/checkoutSarah’s Book: https://bookshop.org/p/books/your-stories-don-t-define-you-how-you-tell-them-will-storytelling-to-connect-persuade-and-entertain-sarah-elkins/14656326?ean=9781646631117

“The mind is a powerful tool and too many of us are not enough attention to it.” - Dr. Gregory Scott BrownToday’s featured author is an integrative psychiatrist, and mental health writer, Dr. Gregory Scott Brown. Dr. Gregory and I have a fun chat about his book, “The Self-Healing Mind: An Essential Five-Step Practice for Overcoming Anxiety and Depression, and Revitalizing Your Life”, what self-care really is, and more!!Key Things You’ll Learn:What (evidence-based) self-care really isOne of the most underutilized tools in medicineThe 5 essential self-care pillars of mental healthOne of the biggest mistakes that people make regarding their own mental health. Dr. Gregory’s Site: https://www.gregoryscottbrown.com/Dr. Gregory’s Book: https://www.amazon.com/Self-Healing-Mind-Overcoming-Depression-Revitalizing/dp/0063094479/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1670220516&sr=1-1 The opening track is titled “Present your Case -Turnabout Courtroom Trial Remix” by Rukunetsu (AKA Project R). To liste

“We can be more, do more, and give more.” – Delpha ClarkeToday’s featured bonus author is a mom and registered nurse, Delpha Clarke. Delpha and I talk about her book, “It Is On You To Own You”, overcoming low self-esteem, and more!! Key Things You’ll Learn:What it was like growing up in JamaicaHow it was like to be a nurse during the pandemicHow faith became a major part of her life Delpha’s Site: https://delphaclarke.com/ You May Also Like… #FourFoldFormula Ep. – “Discovering a Pathway to Peace” with La-June Persephony: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/fourfoldformula-ep-discovering-a-pathway-to-peace-with-la-june-persephony/ Ep. 296.5 (Charm City Bonus Episode) – “The Art of Human Care” with Dr. Hassan Tetteh (@doctortetteh): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-2965-charm-city-bonus-the-art-of-human-care-with-dr-hassan-tetteh-doctortetteh/ Ep. 375.5 – “The Art of Human Care for COVID-19” with Dr. Hassan Tetteh (@doctortetteh): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-3755-the-art

“B2B will set you free.” - Luke Jean-LouisToday’s bonus featured author is entrepreneur, and host of the Deep Voice Man Show, Luke Jean-Louis. Luke and I had a chat about his book, “Grow Your Business With Software”, why he decided to book cast his way into his current business model by publishing a book and running a podcast, and more!!! Key Things You’ll Learn:How Luke began his entrepreneurial journey3 things he learned from starting his own podcastWhy people are needed in business Luke’s Site: https://bizthunder.us/ Luke’s Book (Use Discount Code dom22 to pay just the shipping cost of the book): https://bizthunder.com/books/Luke’s Podcast, “The Deep Voice Man Show”: https://anchor.fm/thedeepvoicemanshow This week's opening track is titled HIRAMEKI-Mirai-未来 by Rukunetsu AKA Project R. Be sure to click this link to check out his wonderful music. https://soundcloud.com/rukunetsu/hirameki-mirai You May Also Like… #Bonus Ep. – “Cracking the Life Code” with Babs Faseesin (@babsfaseesin)

“You may not control if you get all the answers right but you can control your readiness.” - Charles Schultz Today’s featured bookcaster is a father, husband, coach, and entrepreneur, Charles Schultz. Charles and I have a fun chat about his books, some of the characteristics of elite performers, and tons more!! Key Things You’ll Learn:3 Traits that all elite performers shareHow Charles defines of greatnessWhat made Charles decide to write and publish a bookWhat big failure actually became a big successWhy details matter as an elite performer Charles’ Site: https://www.theedgeofgreatnessproject.com/Charles’ Books: https://www.amazon.com/Charles-Schultz/e/B09BCX7R4J?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1669878850&sr=8-1Charles’ Podcast, “The Edge of Greatness Podcast”: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-edge-of-greatness-podcast/id1542790600 The opening track is titled, “North Wind and the Sun” by Trevin P. to listen to the full track and download it, click the following link. https://co

“Find ways to be powerful and compassionate together.” - Charles MatheusToday’s featured bookcaster is adventurer, entrepreneur, mentor, TEDx speaker, and leadership consultant, Charles Matheus. Charles and I have a fun chat about his book, “Leadership & Masculinity: Embracing New Strength”, emotional literacy, and more!! Key Things You’ll Learn:What emotions tell you about yourselfWhy he’s all about man creating “powerful spaces” instead of “safe spaces”Three ways for men to develop and enhance their relationshipsHow coaching helped Charles to level up in his careerA powerful question that every leader must ask themselves Charles’ Site: https://www.charlesmatheus.com/gonorthCharles Book: https://www.amazon.com/Charles-Matheus/e/B09YVKHGJM/ref=aufs_dp_fta_dsk The opening track is titled “Vash The Stampede” by Asis Galvin. To listen to the full track and support the artist monetarily, click the following link. https://asisgalvin.bandcamp.com/track/vash-the-stampede You May Also Like…&nb

“Humor is my drug of choice.” – Liz AltermanToday’s featured author is a mom, wife, humorist, and longtime journalist, Liz Alterman. Liz and I had a fun chat about her book, “The Perfect Neighborhood”, coping with rejection, and more!! Key Things You’ll Learn:How she became a writerThe most challenging part about going from writing news articles to writing full-blown novelsHow she got her book published in both USA & the UKHow to add more humor into your writing.Her plans for her next book Liz’s Site: https://www.lizalterman.com/Liz’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/Liz-Alterman/e/B08Y7SJQG4/ref=aufs_dp_fta_dsk The opening track of this episode is titled “Violet” by MadXRuler. Click the following link to hear the full track and support the artist. https://madxruler.bandcamp.com/track/violet You May Also Like… Ep. 378 – “Writing Adventures with The Dialogue Doctor” with Jeff Elkins (@Jffelkins): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-378-writing-adventures-with-the-dialogue-doctor-with

“Your voice makes a difference.” - Eliana GiladToday’s featured bonus international bestselling author is a TEDx presenter, motivational speaker, teacher, composer, healing voice mentor, and founder of Voices of Eden Ancient Wisdom and Healing Music Institute, Eliana Gilad. Eliana and I have a fun chat about her book, “Emerge Triumphant: Thrive Through Uncertainty”, how to find your authentic voice, and more!!! Key Things You’ll Learn:What Eliana learned about her voice from helping others to find their voiceHow becoming comfortable with uncertainty helps you to growThe two leadership qualities that help you find your authentic voice Eliana’s Site: emergetriumphantnow.comEliana’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/Eliana-Gilad/e/B073QWTRG9/ref=aufs_dp_fta_dskEliana’s TEDx Talk: https://youtu.be/oJAu3-s9Gb4 The opening track is titled "The Sounds of Heaven" by Asis Galvin. Support the artist by clicking the following link and buying the full track. https://asisgalvin.bandcamp.com/track/the-sounds-of-

“In my stories, there’s always more than one message because life has more than one message.” - Zsata Williams-SpinksToday’s featured author is a preschool teacher, mom, and wife, Zsata Williams-Spinks. Zsata and I had a fun chat about her book, “There Is A Rainbow In Everyone”, why she decided to publish a children’s book as her first book, and more!! Key Things You’ll Learn:What inspired her to write a children’s bookWhat to expect from her next bookHer advice for aspiring children’s book authorsWhat major lessons did she learn from the kids that she taught over the years Zsata’s Site: https://www.zsatabooks.com/ Zsata’s Book: https://www.amazon.com/There-Rainbow-Everyone-Zsata-Williams-Spinks/dp/1737227029/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1651287887&sr=1-1  The opening track is titled, “Greater Purpose (Instrumental)” by Marcus D. To cop the full track, click on the following link. https://elevationjapan.bandcamp.com/album/greater-purpose-ep You May Also Like… Ep. 52