In today’s podcast episode, I interviewed Nikkita Folston, an award-winning speechwriter and executive communications expert, speaker, adjunct professor, and host of the Pivotal Moment podcast. Listen as we explore 9-to-5 work, our fitness careers and journeys, and how our circle determines our future. This is a perfect episode to jumpstart my return to podcasting.

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Intermission January 2, 2024

Regular podcast listeners know I use this intro music to introduce my podcast guest for that particular episode. But today, this isn’t an episode; it is an intermission to inform you of new and exciting things to come. This is me leveling up; over the course of recording episodes for my podcast, I have learned some valuable information. Don’t get me wrong, I LOVE my podcast the way it is, but I’m also challenging myself to grow and deepen that love. I am taking the podcast to new heights. Stay tuned for a brand-new episode in the first week of February 2024.

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In today’s episode, I had the opportunity to interview Ariana Moulton, wife, mother, artist, poet, and athlete. Ariana is truly a product of nature and nurturing; having grown up with a supportive family in scenic Vermont, Ariana takes this inspiration and upbringing and shares it with her students, in her poetry, and most importantly, for me, at least in this podcast episode. Join us today for some poetry and a warm, casual, thoughtful conversation—something to get you through this chilly winter season. So please grab a cup of coffee or tea and give it a listen. Or, as Ariana and I would do, take this episode on an hour-long brisk run.

Ariana Moulton is a 3rd grade teacher and writer living in Chicago with her two daughters and husband.

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