Going North Podcast

“I know that impostor syndrome is real because I have faced it, and I still face it. But you have a story to tell, and nobody can tell your story quite the way you tell it.” – Derrick M. Jackson Today’s featured author is a father and a retired US Air Force Special Agent of 21 years, Derrick M. Jackson. Derrick and I had a fun on a bun chat about his first novel, “Shadow One”, his journey from jet mechanic to special agent, the influence of music on his creative process, and tons more!Key Things You’ll Learn:What inspired Derrick to join the Air ForceThe personal and ethical challenges of being a special agent, especially regarding relationshipsHow a life of secrets led to a career of storytellingHis advice for fellow aspiring authorsDerrick’s Book: https://a.co/d/dgBiWXsThe opening track is titled, “North Wind and the Sun” by Trevin P. To listen to and download the full track, click the following link. https://compilationsforhumanity.bandcamp.com/track/north-wind-and-the-sunPlease support today's podcast to

“I've learned to be a lot more gentle with myself. I'm usually my own harshest critic, and with this trilogy, I really allowed myself to be proud of what I accomplished.” – J.F. MonroeToday’s featured author is a mom, wife, speaker, dog lover, gamer, and a passionate advocate for the magic of storytelling, J.F. Monroe. J.F. and I had a fun on a bun chat about her book trilogy, “Legacy of the Four”, her journey from scriptwriting to novel writing during her maternity leave, the challenges of world-building, and tons more!!!Key Things You’ll Learn:What inspired JF to start writing booksHow her background in theater helps her storytelling and character development as a writerWhy every author needs a support systemWhat’s it like to balance writing with motherhood and a full-time jobWhy perseverance can lead to fantastic outcomes JF’s Site: https://www.jfmonroebookshelf.com/JF’s Books: https://a.co/d/4f2o06h The opening track is titled, “North Wind and the Sun” by Trevin P. To listen to and download the

"You have to move with life, not against it." – Giovanna Silvestre Today’s featured author is entrepreneur, influencer, and world traveler, Giovanna Silvestre. Giovanna and I had a fun on a bun chat about her book, “Confused Girl: Find Your Peace in the Chaos”, her upbringing in a family-owned Italian restaurant to struggling in Hollywood, how timing played a crucial role in her publishing journey, and more!!!Key Things You’ll Learn:How Giovanna’s decision-making led to a bidding war between two publishing companiesHow personal growth alters desires and perceptions of success over timeHow challenges in her business led her to new opportunitiesHer father's influence and support regarding her writing journeySome of her practices that helped her find joyWhat Giovanna learned about herself after writing her bookGiovanna’s Site: https://confusedgirlinthecity.comGiovanna’s Book: https://a.co/d/6wFXk5mThe opening track is titled, “North Wind and the Sun” by Trevin P. To listen to and download the full track, click t

“The more that I look to God in everything, the more peace I have.” – Jessica L. Morris Today’s featured author is a wife, poet, blogger, and spiritual director, Jessica L. Morris. Jessica and I have a fun on a bun chat about her book, “Higher Powered: One Woman’s Journey of Personal Eschatology”, her journey from a traumatic childhood in a dysfunctional family to overcoming food and alcohol addiction, and more!!Key Things You’ll Learn:How her father's words made her feel like a mistake and shaped her identityWhat led to Jessica’s spiritual awakening after having suicidal thoughtsWhy daily prayer and gratitude are importantWhat inspired Jessica to become an authorHow writing can serve as a beacon of hope and guidance for others on their path to recoveryJessica’s Site: https://jessicalmorris.com/Jessica’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B00O90YPX0/allbooksThe opening track is titled, “North Wind and the Sun” by Trevin P. To listen to and download the full track, click the following link. https://co

“Let's think of ourselves as emotional explorers. And we're always like that. You know, Raiders of the Lost Ark exploration because we want to have that excitement that I think education and understanding new things gives us.” – Ivana Chubbuck Today’s featured international best-selling author is a mom, script consultant, premier acting teacher, and legendary coach, Ivana Chubbuck. Ivana and I had a fun on a bun chat about her book, “The Power of the Actor (Revised and Updated): The Chubbuck Technique: The 12-Step Acting Method for Creating Dynamic Characters”, art's empowering role in connecting people across cultures, the importance of embracing one's pain to inspire and uplift others, and more!!!Key Things You’ll Learn:What inspired Ivana to revise and update her book for its 20th anniversaryHow behavioral science and cultural anthropology relate to actingThe role humor plays in addressing pain and engaging audiencesOne of her methods for helping actors connect with their characters emotionallyWhat it was

“Networking is a two-way street, and I always emphasize the give aspect. When I meet someone new, I try to understand their needs and figure out how I can help them.” – Michael Morgan Today’s featured award-winning author is a motivational speaker, mentor, and consultant, Michael Morgan. Michael and I had a fun on a bun chat about his book, “The Power Of Networking: Strategies for Career Excellence, Job Development, and Building Greater Triumphs in Your Work”, the power of changing your zip code, and more!!!Key Things You’ll Learn:What led Michael to write and publish his first bookWhy stepping out of your comfort zone is essential to career successWhat setback led him to create more successTwo common networking mistakes to avoidMichael’s Site: https://michaelvmorgan.com/Michael’s Book: https://a.co/d/7WKc10HThe opening track is titled, “North Wind and the Sun” by Trevin P. To listen to and download the full track, click the following link. https://compilationsforhumanity.bandcamp.com/track/north-wind-and-the

“Let your fear inspire you to be brave and live.” – Allicia Johnson Niles Today’s featured author is a wife, speaker, advocate, dog lover, and a health, fitness, and chocolate enthusiast, Allicia Johnson Niles. Allicia and I had a fun on a bun chat about her upcoming book, “Angel in Arlington”, her healing journey after her father's murder when she was just two years old, the major turning point in her journey that helped her seek closure, and more!!Key Things You’ll Learn:The concept of "unlikely courage" and how Alicia found strength in the most unexpected placesThe emotional impact of her father's murder and dealing with complex PTSDHow trauma influenced her personality and relationshipsWhy a healing journey is not always linear or bound by a timelineHer father's legacy and the lessons she learned from him throughout her journeyAllicia’s Site: https://www.unlikelycourage.com/Allicia’s Book: https://www.angelinarlington.com/The opening track is titled, “North Wind and the Sun” by Trevin P. To listen to and

“What better accomplishment could you have under your belt than being able to hand somebody a book with your name on it, saying, this is me.” – Danielle Hutchinson Today’s featured bestselling bookcaster is an English teacher, world traveler, ghostwriter, and Chief Creative Officer at Authors On Mission, Danielle Hutchinson. Danielle and I had a fun on a bun chat about her work, what it means to be an angel writer instead of a ghostwriter, the importance of writing for legacy and credibility, and tons more!!Key Things You’ll Learn:What it means to be an “angel writer”Her time management strategies for juggling teaching and her writing careerThe growing trend of AI-generated manuscripts and some cautionary advice for those using AI in their writingHow the most difficult experiences can pave the way for new opportunities and personal developmentDanielle’s Site: https://authorsonmission.com/Danielle’s Podcast, “Authors On Mission”: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/authors-on-mission/id1585639049The opening

“I wanted to help empower women to not feel bad ever about wanting to make improvements for themselves.” – Sandra Lena SilvermanToday’s featured bestselling author is a mom, TEDx speaker, wellness advocate, and beauty expert, Sandra Lena Silverman. Sandra and I had a fun on a bun chat about her book, “From Bullshit to Botox: A Rebel's Guide to Self-Love and Eternal Youth”, the importance of self-empowerment, the realities of cosmetic procedures, and more!!Key Things You’ll Learn:The catalyst to Sandy’s journey into the beauty and wellness industryWhat she learned about herself through the book writing processHer experiences with cosmetic procedures and the motivations behind her choicesThe vast array of cosmetic procedures available beyond common optionsHer advice for listeners considering cosmetic proceduresSandy’s daily fabulosity retention routineSandy’s Site: https://www.sandralenasilverman.com/Sandy’s Book: https://a.co/d/a4AfLv4The opening track is titled, “North Wind and the Sun” by Trevin P. To listen

“It is so important for every person to go and seek healing and really work through their traumatic experiences.” – Ana Megrelishvili Today’s featured bestselling author is a professional speaker, certified coach, advocate for the homeless, a board member, and the founder of the Christian Professionals Network Worldwide (CPNW), Ana Megrelishvili. Ana and I had a fun on a bun chat about her books, her journey from atheism to faith, the importance of healing from trauma, and more!!Key Things You’ll Learn:The pivotal moment when Ana felt compelled to pray and embrace ChristianityHow her encounter with homelessness became a catalyst for her life's missionThe connection between relational poverty and homelessnessHer experiences with silent retreats and how they helped her write her book in just two daysHow trauma can deeply affect your life choicesAna’s Site: https://cpnworldwide.com/Ana’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0CCK71YNJ/allbooksThe opening track is titled, “North Wind and the Sun” by Trevin

"Jesus of Nazareth is speaking to everybody all the time, and we don't teach people how to pay attention." - Rev. Dr. David ChotkaToday’s featured author is a husband, father, keynote speaker, prayer mobilizer, and the founder of Spirit Equip Ministries, Rev. Dr. David Chotka. Dr. David and I had a fun on a bun chat about his books, the supernatural events that led to his conversion and calling to become a pastor, and TONS more!Key Things You’ll Learn:The three origin points that shaped Dr. David’s life for full-time ministrySome of the miracles and biblical stories that influenced him to write, “Healing Prayer: God’s Idea for Restoring Body, Mind, and Spirit”How to recognize God's voice through spiritual signals and discernmentHis top 3 leadership lessons from being a pastorDr. David’s Site: https://www.spiritequip.com/Dr. David’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B08ZXSW2XQ/allbooksThe opening track is titled, “North Wind and the Sun” by Trevin P. To listen to the full track and download it, click

“You do not deserve to be harassed, or disrespected, or demeaned in your workplace. That is not normal.” – Jeff Davis Today’s featured award-winning bestselling author is a mental health advocate, international keynote speaker, world traveler, TEDx speaker, and digital marketing expert, Jeff Davis. Jeff and I had a fun on a bun chat about his new book, “The Courage To Leave: Breaking Free from Toxic Workplaces”, the importance of self-advocacy, prioritizing your well-being, and more!!Key Things You’ll Learn:How he legally challenged a multi-billion dollar company and wonHow he dealt with his severe burnout experience while living overseas during COVID-19The importance of recognizing the signs of burnout and taking proactive steps to address itStrategies for coping with toxic work environments and finding supportWhy standing up for yourself is necessary for your well-beingJeff’s Site: https://jeffdspeaks.com/Jeff’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B00PF0QL8U/allbooksJeff’s TEDx Talk: https://youtu.b

“Good people make a difference in this world, and when we find good people, we need to gather them together in a community, and things beyond us will happen.” – Amy Olmedo Today’s featured author is a mom, entrepreneur, fellow BizCatalyst 360 member, and the CEO of White Heron Consulting, Amy Olmedo. Amy and I had a fun on a bun chat about her first book, “White Heron: A Creation Story”, how rebounding from a traumatic brain injury shaped her purpose, starting a retreat center featuring honeybees, and more!!!Key Things You’ll Learn:How writing her book helped her reconcile her past and heal emotionallyWhy it’s important to share your experiences to help othersWhy adversity is not your enemyWhat keeps Amy in a cheery moodHow nature and community can aid in healingAmy’s Site: https://amyolmedo.com/Amy’s Book: https://a.co/d/hE3OkmkThe opening track is titled, "Set Sail" by Sparks Dynamite. To listen to and download the full track, click the following link. https://planetastroproductions.bandcamp.com/track/set-s

“Don't let fear stop you with anything you want to do.” – Dawne Christine Today’s featured bookcaster is a mom, certified life coach, health coach, and a passionate advocate for mental health and addiction recovery, Dawne Christine. Dawne and I had a fun on a bun chat about her book, “A New Dawn Rising: Overcoming Generational Trauma and Reclaiming My Life”, the challenges of addressing sensitive topics, and more!Key Things You’ll Learn:Dawne’s personal journey of overcoming generational trauma and finding healingWhat it’s like to self-publish her book and why she went that routeThe importance of client feedback as a coachWhat to expect from her upcoming booksHer favorite affirmations for an energetic day and a grounded eveningDawne’s Site: https://a.co/d/2eT7MK7Dawne’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=dawne+christine&i=stripbooks&dc&crid=3D11XBVP9DEUY&sprefix=dawne+christineDawne’s Podcast, “The Purposeful Wisdom Podcast”: https://youtu.be/PtZR2vxuRTE?si=dSFGrO6IgM1frr5RThe opening track is

“Be willing to be wrong because the life that is waiting for you is yours. Live the life your soul intended.” – Rhonda Britten Today’s featured international bestselling bookcaster is an Emmy award winner, standing ovation keynote speaker, Master Life Coach, fear expert, America's Favorite Life Coach, and the founder of Fearless Living Institute, Rhonda Britten. Rhonda and I had a fun on a bun chat about her books, how quitting acting didn’t stop her from starring in over 600 reality TV episodes, why feelings of inadequacy are rooted in fear, and tons more!!!Key Things You’ll Learn:How witnessing her parents' tragic deaths profoundly shaped her lifeHow Rhonda doesn’t get tired of sharing the story of her parents’ deathSome common fear responses and how they lead to self-sabotage and hinder personal progressThe limitations of positive thinking and why it's okay to embrace all emotionsWhy low self-esteem is a manifestation of fear, not a personal flawWhy it’s important to have self-love and acceptance in person

“We all are living out our story. We don't all get to choose the manner in which our story begins; however, we do have the power to write what's on the pages.” – Travis Patton Sr. Today’s featured bestselling bookcaster is a husband, grandfather, and man of faith, Travis Patton Sr. Travis and I had a fun on a bun chat about his book, “Always Inspired: Practical Ways To Be Inspired Through This Madness We Call Life”, his inspiring life story of overcoming childhood health challenges to finding faith and purpose, the significance of sharing positivity, and more!!!Key Things You’ll Learn:What inspired Travis to become an authorWhy it’s important to view life from different perspectives to move forwardHow negative experiences can lead to positive outcomes if given timeHow a wrong turn led him to a transformative church experienceThree major lessons learned from starting, growing, and running his podcastTravis’ Site: https://www.youtube.com/@TMGTellMeSumthinGoodTravis’ Book: https://a.co/d/369N93MTravis’ Podcast,

“Writing is always there for you, even if life stops you from writing for a few days, weeks, or years. It's like yoga; you just have to get back on the mat.” – Sarah Seltzer Today’s featured USA Today bestselling author is a mom, wife, editor, and journalist, Sarah Seltzer. Sarah and I had a fun on a bun chat about her book, “The Singer Sisters”, her journey to securing a book deal, her favorite writing rituals, and more!!!Key Things You’ll Learn:What inspired Sarah to become a writerWhy writers should build relationships within the literary communityThe rejections she faced and how they prepared her for success in publishingHow her book deal influenced her teaching opportunitiesHow her personal experiences inform her characters and themes in her novelSarah’s Site: https://sarahseltzer.wordpress.com/Sarah’s Book: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B005EHNYC0/allbooksThe opening track is titled, "Set Sail" by Sparks Dynamite. To listen to and download the full track, click the following link. https://planeta

“Nurses are not heroes, we're not saints, we're not angels. We're just people trying to do a job, and that job just happens to revolve around probably the worst day in your life. So please, just be nice to your nurse.” – Jennifer A. Johnson, RN Today’s featured author is a mom, wife, ER nurse, and medical intuitive, Jennifer Johnson. Jenn and I had a fun on a bun chat about her book, “Nursing Intuition: How to Trust Your Gut, Save Your Sanity, and Survive Your Career”, the challenges of workplace bullying, self-care for healthcare professionals, and tons more!!!Key Things You’ll Learn:What got Jenn into nursing and the realities of being a healthcare workerThe challenges of dealing with toxic coworkers in healthcare settingsWhat inspired Jenn to write a book about nursing intuition and how it almost didn’t get publishedHer advice for both aspiring authors and healthcare professionalsHow small creative endeavors can make a big differenceJennifer’s Site: https://www.rxforgrowth.com/Jennifer’s Books: https://www

“Every rejection gets you where you’re meant to be.” – Tuula Costelloe Today’s featured author is playwright and actress, Tuula Costelloe. Tuula and I had a fun on a bun chat about her debut novel, “Mercy”, the concept of "edgy empathy", and more!Key Things You’ll Learn:Tuula’s journey from acting to writingWhy creating meaningful art is importantWhy euthanasia is covered in her novelThe concept of "edgy empathy" and its significance in her workTuula’s Site: https://youtube.com/@tuulliminatiwrites?si=iby6qcF0YcBfsyV1Tuula’s Book: https://a.co/d/eyPt7FxThe opening track is titled, "Set Sail" by Sparks Dynamite. To listen to and download the full track, click the following link. https://planetastroproductions.bandcamp.com/track/set-sail-intro 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-brightmonThe Going No

"It's one of the things that people in both films and books woefully underestimate—the amount of time and effort. We can write a screenplay that's fantastic, we can write a book that's amazing, but that's just a third of it. Getting it out there to the world is a whole different thing." – Autumn KarenToday’s featured author is a mom, ghostwriter, poet, professor, filmmaker, award-winning journalist, "Writer of Vibes", and the founder of Medusa's Gaze Films, Autumn Karen. Autumn and I had a fun on a bun chat about her books, her journey from a challenging upbringing to becoming a successful ghostwriter and filmmaker, and more!!!Key Things You’ll Learn:What got Autumn into ghostwritingHow Autumn balances inhabiting other voices while maintaining her creative integrityHow a person's life experiences shape their storytellingHow she juggles both fiction and nonfiction writingWhy it’s crucial for authors to promote their projects activelyWhy she believes that human creativity will always have the upper hand when it