The Donna Drake Show: Live it Up! is a weekly, one hour show featuring uplifting interviews with celebrity entertainers, sports legends, top journalists, business moguls, authors, motivational speakers, medical professionals, health and wellness experts, beauty and fashion icons, chefs, non-profit groups and everyday heroes sharing their stories of triumph, inspiration and perseverance. Hosted and created by Donna Drake, an international award-winning creative artist, writer, producer, actor ...
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When You Put Love Out In The World It Travels, And It Can Touch People And Reach People In Ways That We Never Even Expected with Linda Perry - #143
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Harlan Friedman attends the Tribec Film Festival and speaks to Producer Rachel Greenwald, Director Haley Watson and Executive Producer Ben Proudfoot about their film Motorcycle Mary. Donna chats with Michael Colacci, Personal Injury and Criminal Defense Attorney. Michael trained in the largest personal injury law firm in Central New Jersey and has …
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Some People Want It To Happen, Some People Wish It Would Happen, Others Make It Happen with Tamsen Fadal - #142
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Donna travels to England and talks with Paddington Bear, Richard Chambers a Winston Churchill tour Guide, Greg Smith a Black Taxi Tour Guide and check out Billy J. Kramer a Bitish Pop Singer. Donna talks with Rich Funk, Co-Founder of Boom Chaga, Rich has 30 years of combined global experience with Procter & Gamble, Mars-Wrigley and Baxters Food Gro…
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If You Make Your Internal Life a Priority, Then Everything Else You Need On The Outside Will Be Given To You with Will Wesley - #141
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Donna talks with Samuel Sahkenazy, Filmmaker and Multi Media Artist. founder of Scare Works. Since I was a child, I was a writer. I completed my first novel in second grade. As time went on, I became more and more fascinated with movies and their creation. By middle school I was interning at a local commercial production company. I stood in for act…
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Donna talks with Sean “Contractor” Edwards, Billboard Executive Producer. In the entertainment business, Sean 'Contractor' Edwards is recognised as the man who has built a reputation for himself as a music marketer, executive producer and one who keeps abreast of trends internationally and can be called upon to to provide interesting insights on va…
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Donna attends the Victor Green Celebrity Golf Outing and talks with Victor Green, Former American Football Player, Victoria Green, Esther Green, Charles Grant, Former American Football Defensive End, Tim Brown, Former American Footbal Wide Receiver, Jerome Bettis Football Running Bacl/NFL Legend, Actor Sean Ringgold, Johnny Damon, Former American B…
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Donna sits down and talks with Country Music Artist John Berry. John he has recorded more than 20 studio albums, including one platinum album and two gold albums. In his career, Berry has also charted 19 songs on Billboard Hot Country Songs, including the Number One single "Your Love Amazes Me" and six additional Top 10 hits: "What's In It for Me",…
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Donna sits down and talks with Debra Becker, Founder of iCandy Meals. iCandy Meal Plans fuel your body with food as delicious as it is carefully curated to fit your lifestyle. Custom tailored to your goals Fresh chef crafted meal prep delivered to your door Freshly made each week. Donna talks with Robby Johnson, Nashville-based singer-songwriter Ro…
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Do Not Allow People To Dim Your Shine Because They Are Blinded. Tell Them To Put Some Sunglasses On with Kristine Fitzpatrick - #136
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Donna sits down and talks with Dr. Michael Magwood, DC and Massiel Gomez from Pure Balance Center Dr. Magwood has been helping patients since 2001. These patients have responded to his diverse treatments with amazing and wonderful results. He is certified by the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association (ICPA) and in the Webster technique fo…
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Donna sits down and talks with Nicole Warren, Owner of Coco Sunscreen, Inspired by a journey of health & wellness during her battle with breast cancer. Nicole has created her own completely organic sun screen. Donna talks to Trey Calloway, Trey was recently named Country Songwriter of the Year by the Texas Country Music Association, recognized as "…
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Harlan Friedman attends the Fanatics Fest in New York City at the Jacob Javits Center and and talks to talks David Ortiz, Dominican- American baseball player, Jazzy, TV Host, Ron Berk, Berk Communications, King Saladeen, Internet Personality, Kristofferson San Pablo, Artist, Joanne Graham, Revenue Chief and Merchandising, Teams Leader at Mitchell a…
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If You Don't Like The Road You're Walking, Start Paving Another One with Charlotte Kirk - #133
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Donna talks down and talks to Pritika Swarup, Founder and CEO of Goop Pritika Swarup, Founder & CEO of Prakti, celebrated the launch of her company’s partnership with Gwyneth Paltrow’s modern lifestyle brand and retailer Goop, a fashion model and global ambassador of Operation Smile. She’s redefining beauty as holistic wellness. Donna sits down and…
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If You Believe It Will Work, You'll See Opportunities. If You Believe It Won't, You Will See Obstacles with Joey Vahedi - #132
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Donna attends The Woman’s Executive Summit 2024. The Woman’s Executive Summit convenes the industry’s largest network of women who are breaking down barriers and manifesting the careers they want—while making a difference in the world. Donna talks to Amy Amato, Executive director for Richner Live Events, Seema Bhansali, ESQ. VP Employee Experience …
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Donna attends the The Ronkonkoma Chamber of commerce Celebrity Chamber Softball Game Making strides against breast cancer and talks to Larry Collura, Former MLB Pro, Billy Bingo, Comedian, Natalie Perri, Actress, Candice Cain, Film Director, Don Demola, Former MLB Player, Mick DuRussel, Chamber of Commerce, Matthew Harra, Heather Cuccia, Singer, Jo…
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There Are No Limits To What You Can Accomplish, Except The Limits You Place On Your Own Thinking with Ben Vereen - # 130
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Donna invites friends and fans to her home for the annual summer concert get together to benefit Long Island Cares. This event was sponsored by Angie’s Empanads, Dortoni Bakery Co., Forest Pork Store, Boards By Summer, Murphy’s Famous Bloody Mary Mix and Bootlegger NY Ctraft Vodka and featured musical groups The Big Happy, Calliope Wren, Gursday, M…
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A Champion Is Defined Not By Their Wins But By How They Can Recover When They Fall with Richard Salgado - # 129
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Donna attends The Big Daddy’s Celebrity Golf Classic held at Oheka Castle in support of St. Jude children's research hospital. Donna talks to Erik Coleman, former American football safety in the NFL who played with the New York Jets, Atlanta Falcons and Detroit Lions,Eric Drezner from Eat Better Meals, Howard Cross, former NFL player and current br…
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It Is Amazing What You Can Accomplish If You Do Not Care Who Gets The Cedit withJesse Valladares - # 128
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Donna attends the Tribeca Film Festival and attends the Group Therpy Premiere and talks to actor Graham Willoughby, producer Luke Kelly-Clyne, Actress London Hughes, Actress Atsuko Okatsuka, Executive Producer Neil Berkeley, producer Kevin Healey, Actor Gary Gukman, Producer Bryan Smiley and Actress Tig Notaro. Donna talks with George Pavlushkin, R…
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Donna is joined by Dr. Anthony Panzica to discuss chiropractic care and health.;Donna sits down with Racha Jethwani, Founder of Cedar and Branch, to talk about her company's methods of relaxation and wellness for adults and children alike.;Donna sits down with the owner of EHDE Christopher Ehde as they discuss how he first thought of inventing The …
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Your Worth Consists In What You Are, And Not In What You Have. What You Are Will Show In What You Do with Eric Fine - #126
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Donna sits down and talks to Jennifer Cona, Chief Founder and Managining Partner of Cona Elder Law. Ms. Cona practices exclusively in the field of Elder Law, including representing older adults and their families in connection with Medicaid planning, preservation of assets, estate planning, estate litigation, probate and administration of estates, …
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Donna chats with Meny Vaknin and Daniel Ben-Zeev, Co-Owners of Marcel Bakery and Kitchen, and talks about how the two became friends and their connection with the food they make and serve to their customers.; Donna sits down with Chris Beckhans, the President of Long Island ABATE to discuss the importance of teaching better and safer driving for bo…
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You Have Within You, Right Now, Everything You Need To Deal With Whatever The World Can Throw At You With Anthony Morrone - #124
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Donna sits down and talks to Alex Wolff, Chief Image Officer of Headshot Rescue. HeadShot Rescue, a brand of Concierge Photography, is run by our Chief Image Consultant – photographic artist Alex M. Wolff of Jericho (Long Island), New York. Alex works in the studio and on location with actors, models, and business people through corporate and assoc…
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Donna brings back Harlan Friedman of Sole Free. Harlan Friedman talks with Dwight “Doc” Gooden. Dwight Eugene Gooden, nicknamed "Dr. K" and "Doc", is an American former professional baseball pitcher who played 16 seasons in Major League Baseball. Gooden pitched from 1984 to 1994 and from 1996 to 2000 for the New York Mets, New York Yankees, Clevela…
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You’ve Got To Get Up Every Morning With Determination If You’re Going To Go To Bed With Satisfaction with Cindy Kalra - #122
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Donna talks with John Rizzo of Motorcycle Mayhem Radio. John is the host and owner of Motorcycle Mayhem radio and also part of Bikers info USA. Motorcycle Mayhem Radio Show is a popular radio program that caters to the biker community. As the name suggests, the show is all about motorcycles, biker culture, and everything in between. Your hosts, Joh…
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Donna attends the Issa Trust Foundation “For The Children” Charity Gala in New York City. The Issa Trust Foundation was established in 2005 by Couples Resorts as a nonprofit organization. The mission of the Foundation is to provide a system of prevention, health promotion and education, community health improvement and other services to promote wel…
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The More You Know Who You Are, And What You Want, The Less You Let Things Upset You with Kevin Shinick - #120
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Donna talks with Kevin Shinick writer, author, actor and producer Kevin Shinick is an Emmy award winning writer as well as an actor, director and multiple Annie award winning producer. Having earned a pop culture pedigree by working alongside George Lucas, directing Stan Lee, collaborating with the rock band KISS and helping Mike Tyson solve a few …
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Donna talks with Angela Hong, General Manager of WON KBBQ a limitless Korean BBQ dining destination, located in Bayside and Carle Place, New York the restaurants are dedicated to offering premium ingredients and an exceptional Korean culinary experience. As a family-owned establishment, they prioritize warm, hospitable service and a welcoming atmos…
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Donna talks with Natakie Burn, actress,producer and stunt woman. Burn was born Natalia Guslistaya in Kyiv Ukraine. As a child, she attended the Bolshoi Ballet School in Moscow, and later the oyal Ballet School in London. She started her career as an actress, model and then became a writer and producer, and owned a production company, 7Heaven Produc…
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Donna talks with Dr. Christy Garner of Perma Gardens. Dr. Garner been practicing natural medicine for 22 years. Nine years ago, her family moved to the mountains to start a family homestead. Dr, Christy Gardner’s goal was simple, grow tons of food and medicine, that's super nutrient-dense and delicious, with the least amount of work?" The answer—pe…
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It Is Often The Small Steps, Not The Giant Leaps,Tthat Bring About The Most Lasting Change with Makenzie Phipps - #116
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Donna talks with Chef Enrique Brmeo of Sophia Italian Bistro. Enrique Bermeo having worked at La Mela in Little Italy, NY, Il Mulino in NYC and Luigi Q in Hicksville, Long Island; decided the time was right to open aquality restaurant of his own at the old Villa Avanzo location. The winning strategy for many successful restaurants is to have one ow…
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A Successful Person Is One Who Can Lay a Firm Foundation with The Bricks Others Have Thrown At Them with Kevin Smith -#115
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Donna talks with director writer and producer Kevin Smith His first movie Clerks was filmed in the convenience store in which Smith worked. He was only allowed to shoot at night after the store closed. This movie won the highest award at the Sundance film festival and was brought to theaters by Miramax. The movie went over so well that Smith was ab…
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You Don't Always Need a Plan. Sometimes You Just Need To Breathe, Trust, Let Go And See What Happens with Christopher Leyva - #114
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Donna talks with filmmaker and director of the movie Pitch People and 96 Souls. Stanley Jacobs. Stanley Jacobs began creating films when he was fourteen. After receiving a Bachelor of Science in Geology he discovered a university degree in filmmaking was possible and attended the University of Southern California School of Cinema. Post college, he …
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Donna talks with David L. Volino propietor of the Meat Market Steak House. Drawing from his consumer insights and years of business entrepreneurship, his expertise shines through. With a blend of compassion, a love for social interaction, David Volino is here to create an exceptional dining experience. She also speaks with David Ilmojahid Executive…
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Donna talks with Tanya owner of the Banyan Tree Thai Spa. From a foot massage to a deep tissue massage, it’s essential that you choose licensed, experienced professionals to take good care of your body. At Banyan Tree Thai Spa in Manhattan, we are pleased to offer relaxation from the best staff in New York. We focus entirely on you, our client, fro…
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Donna visits The BAPS Swaminarayan Akshardham is a Hindu mandir built by the BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha in Robbinsville, New Jersey. It is the largest Hindu mandir in the United States and the second-largest Hindu mandir in the world, rising 213 feet above ground. She talks with Yogesh Patel and Siddharth Dubal volunteers at B.A.P.S Swaminarayan Aks…
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Donna attends The Fest at the TWA hotel. The Fest started in 1974 as the brainchild of a New York-born, New Jersey-raised Beatles fan – Mark Lapidos. In 1974 he was a 26-year-old manager of a Sam Goody record store in NYC. He was a Beatles devotee and he simply wanted to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the year in which the Beatles first came to …
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Donna talks with Fashion Designer Donald Deal. His collection of evening gowns, dresses and sportswear is defined by impeccable tailoring and uncompromising attention to detail. Using the finest quality fabrics, each piece is intricately hand-sewn and often beaded with glass, crystal and semi-precious stones. This commitment to quality and design h…
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Your Self-Worth Is Determined By You. You Don't Have To Depend On Someone Telling You Who You Are with Evan Hirsch - #108
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Donna talks with Dr. Chantelle Davidson from Tres Keikis. Tres Keikis is dedicated to elevating skin health through the art of herbalism. Donna chats with Actor Chris Lazzaro. Chris Lazzaro is ab acting teacher and directotor at LavCreme Talent and Modeling Agency. Chris has trained at UCB, Stella Adler, and with Bob Krakower, to name a few. Chris …
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"Be Courageous. Challenge Orthodoxy. Stand Up For What You Believe In with Danielle Larracuente - #107
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Donna and Owner of Sentient Psychotherapy talk about the importance of mental wellness as well as how her past in the performing arts has helped her understand her clients in a new way.; Donna Stefans sits down with Donna Drake and discusses Women's history with money and how Ruth Bader Ginsburg paved the way for women's rights to money and assets.…
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Knowing How Much There Is To Know Is The Beginning Of Learning To Live with Roslyn Kind - #106
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Donna chats with Actress, Singer-Songwriter Roslyn Kind about her amazing carrer; Donna sits down and chats with Dr.Alexandre Scherr from Scheer Dr. Eric Carniol is not only an accomplished medical professional but also an innovator, author, devoted husband, and proud father. He values collaboration with his patients, offering comprehensive care to…
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Success Is Stumbling From Failure to Failure With No Loss of Enthusiasm with Jeffrey Gurian. - #105
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The Donna Drake Show: Live It Up! Welcomes our guest, Joseph Cordaro, owner of Roast Sandwich House. Roast Sandwich House is the place you go to have fresh and made-to-order food in Long Island.; The Donna Drake Show: Live It Up! Welcomes our guest, Julie Marches, Owner of Queen of Heart Inc. The boutique, Queen of Hearts, is specialized for plus-s…
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The Most Important Thing In Life Is To Stop Saying ‘I Wish’ and Start Saying ‘I Will’ with Jillian Cardarelli -#104
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Bonnie Bruderer is a Director, Writer and Producer with over 700 Television segments in her name. Donna and Bonnie discuss the beginnings of Binge Networks and the evolution of its services. Binge Networks offers the ability to globally syndicate and monetize content to those who have a story to share; Evan Hirsch is a a young fashion designer who …
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Donna and the crew visit NYC WEB FEST to speak with this year's award winners and CEO Lauren Atkins. Guests include Dan Perlman, Jordan Smith, Jessica Chen, Emily Kruse, James Stewart, Meredith Thomas, King Melvin Brown, Rick Younger, Crystal Arnette , Ricky Kapoor, Rocco Gallembini , Phillip James Brannon, and Logan Vaughn.; House of The Woofers i…
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Not Having The Best Situation, But Seeing The Best In Your Situation Is The Key To Happiness with Sean Duclay. - #102
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Donna attends the North Fork TV Festival and chats with Actor Nick Byron, Cinematographer Bradley Virshup, Producers Sofia Barsher and Casey Tomchek, President and CEO of Ingrid Dodd PR Ingrid Dodd. Producer David Allensworth, Actor Carrie Preston, Actor Michael Emerson, Actor Jenn Lyon, Actor Stephen Moyer, Actor Jud Meyers and Director Paul Munge…
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Never Say Never, Because Limits, Like Fears, Are Often Just An Illusion with Al Sapienza - #101
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Yolanda Robano-Gross joins Donna from CEO Options for Community Living; Donna attends the Chiller theatre Expo and chats with profound character actors and singers Al Sapienza, Deborah Rennard, and Matt Servitto.;Micheal Mei is a singer, rapper, emcee and he loves the stage. In 2017, Micheal successfully held and organized a solo singing concert in…
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On the 100th episode of The Donna Drake Show Podcast, Donna welcomes Matt Nuccio President of Design Edge. Design Edge has been a leading toy, game, and collectable development, marketing, manufacturing and consulting agency. Design Edge is the backend support to dozens of international toy companies both big and small and is well-equipped to help …
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Do Not Be Too Timid and Squeamish About Your Actions. All Life Is An Experiment. The More Experiments You Make the Better with Diane Pfeiffer - #099
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New York Dance Theatre’s Nutcracker welcomes you directly into the Silberhaus home as soon as you enter our lobby doors. With live music to set the tone and a Victorian cast to greet you, you will immediately be immersed into the festive Holiday season. Join New York Dance Theatre for this magical event; Florence Dennis, believes the world can actu…
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Never say never, because limits, like fears, are often just an illusion with Ronniee Brooks - #098
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Ronniee Brooks is a singer/ songwriter from London. Ronniee currently works at Abbey Road Studio in London. ; Champagnesia’s pH-balanced products work to ensure your skin is in the best condition it can be. Whether you wear makeup or not, your skin will look healthy, even-toned, and GLOWING!; Eco Petites strives to question and learn about the impa…
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Donna welcomes Christopher Radko to the show. For over twenty years Christopher Radko has been designing and producing handmade ornaments, gifts and home décor for every special event you may have in your life, Donna talks to Lawren Bennett founder and CEO of The Hippie Joey company, Joey: A minimalist, multi-functional, parent assistant. It create…
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What You Get By Achieving Your Goals Is Not As Important As What You Become By Achieving Your Goals with Kristina Halloway - #096
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Donna welcomes author Terence Hawkins; Terence Hawkins is an author of idea-driven fiction, humor, book reviews, and essays. His first book, The Rage of Achilles, was described as “moving with the force of a cyclone” by Historical Novels Review. His next, American Neolithic, was named a Year’s Best by Kirkus Reviews, which called it “a towering wor…
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Donna welcomes Fashion Correspondent Evan Hirsch back; Love Crackers are healthy, vegan, organic, lectin-free, gluten-free meal replacement crackers available in 3 different flavors: Chunky Chocolate, Simple Lemon and Pizza Pie.; Phil Faicco is the President and Developer of the game "Bada Bing”.; Donna is joined today by critically acclaimed count…
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Living Waters Therapeutic Catholic Counseling offers individual, couple and family therapy for adults, teens and children.; Ray Genadry is an award-winning filmmaker with over 30 years of experience in the filmmaking industry. Ray is best known for the feature films "Front Man" and "Dark Eyes”.; Roy "Gramps" Morgan, is a Jamaican singer, instrument…
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