Moments with Marianne

Are there universal foundations that allow children to stay rooted in their inner wisdom, no matter what is happening in the world around them? Join us for an illuminating discussion with Efrat Shokef, PhD, on her new book UniverSoul Promises: Foundations for Creating the Conditions Our Children Need to Thrive in Times of Transformation.

Dr. Efrat Shokef holds a PhD in social-organizational psychology, is a Fulbright Alumni, and the author of the Silver Nautilus Award-winning book: The Promise We Made. Dr. Shokef guides parents in parenting from their essence, choosing, healing, and becoming the humans their children chose to come to. Explore Dr. Shokef’s transformative insights at www.EfratShokef.com

What happens when a MasterChef winner decides that using real, wholesome ingredients can actually redefine what a cookie means? Join us for this engaging discussion with Whitney Miller and discover how real ingredients are changing the cookie game!

In 2010, at just 22 years old, Whitney Miller was declared the winner of MasterChef – the hit reality cooking show hosted by Gordon Ramsay. Since winning the show, she has traveled the globe, cooking in the world’s most exclusive kitchens and appearing alongside celebrity chefs such as Guy Fieri, Curtis Stone, and Buddy Valastro. Whitney’s celebrity clientele has included Chip and Joanna Gaines, Tim Tebow, Willie Robertson, Jase & Missy Robertson, Rascal Flatts and many more, and notable names like Jessica Simpson and Reese Witherspoon have become some of Whitney’s Cookies’ best customers. Whitney’s many television appearances include Good Morning America, FABLife, Hallmark’s Home & Family, Daytime, Huckabee, Food Network’s Big Food Truck Tip and more, and she was recently chosen as one of TJ Maxx’s Hero Women. Whitney is the author of Whitney Miller’s New Southern Table (Thomas Nelson) and Modern Hospitality: Simple Recipes with Southern Charm (Rodale) with a foreword by Gordon Ramsay. https://whitneyscookies.co 

Want that fresh, just-washed feeling with you wherever you go? Tune in as Founder Wy Livingston joins us to share Eco Bidét® — A Clean You Can Carry. 

This portable, TSA-approved “bidet in a bottle” uses a gentle, plant-based formula so you can feel comfortable and refreshed anytime, anywhere. Wy introduces the inspiration behind Eco Bidét®, why so many people are turning to portable cleansing solutions, and how this refillable, travel-friendly design is creating a new standard for on-the-go comfort. From daily errands to long-distance travel, eco bidét® offers a simple way to feel clean, confident, and cared for no matter where life takes you. Stay tuned as Wy explains how this simple idea is transforming on-the-go hygiene.  Learn more about Eco Bidét™ A Clean You Can Carry at  http://eco-bidet.com 

Does free speech means freedom from consequences? Tune in for Dr. Joanna Massey on her new book Free Speech is Not a Free Pass to Spew Hate.

Dr. Joanna Massey spent over 30 years in top leadership positions at CBS, Viacom, Lionsgate, Discovery, and Condé Nast, where she ran corporate communications and advised CEOs and Chairmen during high-stakes moments involving reputation, public trust, and organizational stability. She has also served as Chairman of the Board and Lead Independent Director for public and private companies. With advanced degrees in business, psychology, and U.S. law, she brings a rare interdisciplinary lens to the national conversation about communication, harm, and the First Amendment in the digital age. In addition, she is the creator of the Massey Method, a three-step framework for breaking the Hostility Loop and restoring civil discourse. https://www.joannamassey.com

Why do so many people feel burned out after personal or spiritual breakthroughs, and how can integration change that? Tune in for Pavel Aeon on exploring what it means to integrate awakening experiences at the nervous system level.

Pavel Stuchlik, also known as NOA|AON, is a multifaceted expert in self-realization techniques, an international conscious DJ/Producer, and a serial entrepreneur with a passion for holistic wellness. His innovative BDM method integrates powerful tools from across the globe, including breathwork, movement, and mindfulness practices, to guide individuals toward balance and inner peace. As a certified Wim Hof Instructor and Ambassador of Peace, Pavel’s mission is to empower others to align with their true selves and foster community connection  through the transformative power of movement and sound. Performing at festivals, retreats, conscious parties, and biohacking summits, Pavel transforms dance floors into sacred spaces of alchemy. https://www.upperaeon.com/pages/about-pavel

What if this year could be the beginning of your most intentional life yet? Tune in for this illuminating discussion with Ken Elliott on his artwork and bestselling book Manifesting 123 and You Don’t Need #3, as he shares how intention and creativity can turn thought into reality.

Ken Elliott is a nationally recognized artist, author, and manifesting mentor. In his book Manifesting 123 and You Don’t Need #3, Ken reveals a simple, proven process to turn thoughts into reality — no special skills required. Filled with true stories and practical tools, this guide can help you create the life you want and stop empowering negative thoughts.  https://www.kenelliott.com https://manifesting123.com 

Are you looking for a community of spiritually minded people? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with founder Sylvia Leifheit on the hot new app SPINE The Spiritual Network. 

Sylvia Leifheit is the founder and visionary behind SPINE – The Spiritual Network, the first social media platform founded by a woman that puts the soul at the center. A former actress and media entrepreneur, Sylvia created SPINE as a global hub where seekers and holistic healers finally find each other—instantly, credibly, and without noise. In a world that prizes cars, status, and speed over mental, emotional, and spiritual health, the wisdom of healers is undervalued and too often invisible. SPINE changes that. The app makes healers visible and accessible, worldwide in 175 countries and 3 languages, giving people one place to discover guidance, book support, and grow with like-minded community. https://www.spine.app/en

Are you ready to break free of the limits that are holding you back? Join us for an inspiring conversation with Greg and Tisha Marie Cain. Discover how mastering your mindset, navigating legal challenges, and publishing a book can propel your business, brand, and life forward.   

Gregory Alan Cain is a retired California Correctional Peace Officer and United States Navy veteran, with a distinguished 25-year career at Mule Creek, Folsom, and San Quentin State Prisons. He now serves as the Chief Operating Officer of Cain’s Legal Support and Cain & Co. Publishing, where he is a #1 international published author and continues his work in law as an Officer of the Court. https://gregoryalancain.com

Tisha Marie Cain, JD, CHt, is an executive counsel, c-suite breakthrough mindset coach, clinical hypnotherapist, and multiple #1 bestselling international author and artist who helps people rewire their subconscious, release emotional weight, and transform their relationship with money, power, and self-worth. She works with a wide range of clients, including Fortune 500 executives and visionary leaders, guiding them through deep mindset work, and subconscious healing, for self-liberation. Tisha Marie Cain is highly sought after for her work in elevating executive mindsets with clarity, confidence, and strategic vision to convert opportunities into measurable advantages. To schedule your private appointment visit: https://tishamariecain.com. https://www.cainslegalsupport.com/

What if the words we speak to ourselves and others influence our lives more than we realize? Would you change your language? Tune in for an inspiring conversation with Judy Goodman, CPC, CSRC, CRC as we explore the power of our words and how conscious language can heal, connect, and transform our lives.

Internationally recognized, Judy Goodman may possibly be one of the most gifted teachers, and motivational speakers today.  She is an Author, Certified Professional Coach, Certified Relationship Counselor, Addiction Recovery Coach, Motivational Speaker, works in Grief Support, and is a Hypnotherapist.  Her award-winning audiobook, Journey… the Quest of the Soul,  has been downloaded in 23 countries.  She was born with a gift of seeing beyond the ordinary view of most people; Judy works and teaches ‘beyond conventional wisdom.’ Her access to the workings of the physical world and ‘the other side’ is absolutely amazing. She works and teaches without the limits usually associated with the most talented.  A ‘go-to person’ for many people!   She may be without peer in her experience of the events and workings of the physical and spiritual realms. This extraordinary combination of gifts is very unique.  https://judygoodman.com/

The first Open Enrollment deadline for Californians who want health coverage starting January 1 is quickly approaching.  But, people in our own community have questions about their health insurance options and how federal decisions may shape costs in the new year. Tune in for Jessica Altman, Executive Director of Covered California on how they can help consumers understand that there are options available to meet their health care needs and their budgets. https://www.coveredca.com

U.S. companies are investing hundreds of billions of dollars in AI infrastructure, and a new report shows that governors who act quickly can capture the next major engine of economic growth. Join us are Dr. Michael Mandel, Vice President and Chief Economist at the Progressive Policy Institute, and former U.S. Energy Secretary and former Governor of Michigan, Jennifer Granholm. They’re here to discuss what the AI boom means for America’s future and how states can position themselves to benefit. https://www.progressivepolicy.org

What can one woman’s journey into psychic awareness teach us about listening differently? Tune in TODAY for an inspiring discussion with Ditte Young as she shares her personal journey of being a psychic medium and telepath whose life journey has been shaped by deep intuition and an extraordinary sensitivity to communication beyond words. 

Ditte Young is an internationally renowned telepath, licensed therapist, animal communicator, clairvoyant, intuitive coach, and bestselling author who has dedicated her life to expanding human understanding of consciousness, connection, and communication, both seen and unseen. Born with a rare sensitivity to the spiritual world, Ditte possesses a unique ability to practice telepathy with remarkable speed and clarity.  She has taught her methods to thousands of people around the world, helping individuals connect more deeply with themselves, their children, and their animals. Through her books and global work, Ditte continues to empower others to trust their intuition, understand behavior on a deeper level, and live more connected, authentic lives. https://ditteyoung.com

What if the easiest way to bring your family closer this holiday season only took ten minutes a day? Tune in for Kathy Buccio joins us to share how a simple family dance break, powered by the new Just Dance 2026 from Ubisoft, can boost mood, spark laughter, and bring everyone together, from little kids to teens to parents juggling it all.

Kathy Buccio started her career in New York as a producer for the hit entertainment show, Access Hollywood, where she interviewed some of the most high profile celebrities and artists in the industry. You can currently see her as an on-camera expert and contributor for outlets like The Today Show, Telemundo Un Nuevo Dia, Acceso Total, NBC 6 in the Mix, NY PIX 11, NBC Boston’s The Hub Today, and various ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX stations across the U.S. She is also one of the hosts for the South Florida PBS Health Channel. She continues to work in the world of entertainment and fashion as a red carpet producer and reporter.  To learn more visit: https://www.ubisoft.com/en-us

Have you ever wished you could take that fresh, just-washed feeling with you wherever you go? Founder Wy Livingston joins us to share Eco Bidét® — A Clean You Can Carry. This portable, TSA-approved “bidet in a bottle” uses a gentle, plant-based formula so you can feel comfortable and refreshed anytime, anywhere.

Wy will introduce the inspiration behind Eco Bidét®, why so many people are turning to portable cleansing solutions, and how this refillable, travel-friendly design is creating a new standard for on-the-go comfort. From daily errands to long-distance travel, eco bidét® offers a simple way to feel clean, confident, and cared for no matter where life takes you. Stay tuned as Wy explains how this simple idea is transforming on-the-go hygiene.  Learn more about Eco Bidét™ A Clean You Can Carry at  http://eco-bidet.com 

Did you know that bringing certain foods on a holiday trip could help spread a deadly disease, without you ever knowing it? We’re joined by USDA Agriculturist Fernando Lugo to uncover why holiday travelers are being urged not to pack pork, how African Swine Fever threatens our nation’s food supply, and what simple steps can protect our farms and economy. For more information visit: www.aphis.usda.gov/stopasf

Is it possible to meditate like the ancient masters? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Malcolm Fletcher on his new book The Way of the White Lotus The Divine Yoga of Streamline Meditation.

Malcolm Fletcher, founder of Streamline Meditation, asserts that meditation is a naturally occurring state rather than a technique or method to be mastered. According to Fletcher, meditation is not something we must strive to achieve; instead, it is an inherent aspect of our lives. The challenge, he believes, lies in our inability to recognize its subtle presence. As a result, we often disturb this delicate state and overlook its profound significance. https://streamlinemeditation.com

Purchase the book here: https://www.motilalbanarsidass.com/en-us/products/the-way-of-the-white-lotus

What if the words you use every day could reshape the way you lead, think, and navigate your life? Tune in as we continue The Executive Wisdom Series with Tisha Marie Cain, JD, CHt. Tisha Marie offers thoughtful insight into how intentional language and aligned mindset shifts can transform leadership and support meaningful personal growth.

Tisha Marie Cain, JD, CHt, is an executive counsel, c-suite breakthrough mindset coach, clinical hypnotherapist, and multiple #1 bestselling international author and artist who helps people rewire their subconscious, release emotional weight, and transform their relationship with money, power, and self-worth. She works with a wide range of clients, including Fortune 500 executives and visionary leaders, guiding them through deep mindset work, subconscious healing, and unapologetic self-liberation. Tisha Marie Cain is highly sought after for her work in elevating executive mindsets with clarity, confidence, and strategic vision to convert opportunities into measurable advantages. To schedule your private appointment visit: https://tishamariecain.com. https://www.cainslegalsupport.com/

Have you ever felt like pieces of yourself have slipped away, and the numbness or heaviness you feel is your body asking you to come back home to yourself? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Dr. Danielle Armour as we dive into her new book Awaken Your Body Awaken Your Desire: Using Science to Heal Your Stress & Find Your Sexual Vitality.

Dr. Danielle Armour is a psychotherapist, clinical sexologist, and nervous system specialist with over 15 years of experience helping women and couples restore balance, resilience, and connection. Drawing on neuroscience, somatic healing, and cognitive restructuring, she offers a compassionate, science-based approach that reframes stress and disconnection as the body’s natural way of seeking safety. Through practical tools like breathwork, yoga, mindfulness, and nervous system regulation, Dr. Armour guides people in cultivating self-awareness, confidence, and a renewed sense of vitality. https://daniellearmour.com

What if technology could actually support your spiritual growth? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with founder Sylvia Leifheit on the hot new app SPINE The Spiritual Network. 

Sylvia Leifheit is the founder and visionary behind SPINE – The Spiritual Network, the first social media platform founded by a woman that puts the soul at the center. A former actress and media entrepreneur, Sylvia created SPINE as a global hub where seekers and holistic healers finally find each other—instantly, credibly, and without noise. In a world that prizes cars, status, and speed over mental, emotional, and spiritual health, the wisdom of healers is undervalued and too often invisible. SPINE changes that. The app makes healers visible and accessible, worldwide in 175 countries and 3 languages, giving people one place to discover guidance, book support, and grow with like-minded community. Unlike traditional social media that drains time and gives nothing back, SPINE is designed to nourish awareness. It connects you to what heals instead of pulling you away from your path. As Sylvia puts it: “No AI can be spiritual. Humanity must reclaim the inner path.”  With anxiety, depression, burnout, and chronic illness rising, SPINE offers practical access to holistic healing and restores the value of spiritual work and those who carry it. This isn’t about likes or clicks. It’s about health, meaning—and sometimes life or death. It is time the world hears about SPINE.  https://www.spine.app/en

What would your family need from you if the unexpected happened tomorrow, and would they be able to find it? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Wendy Michelle on her new book Just In Case Solutions: Essential Planner to Organize and Record All Your Important Life Details!

Wendy Michelle is an international best-selling author and the creator of the ‘Just In Case Solutions’ workbook, a practical guide that helps individuals and families organize their essential life details. With over 30 years of client service experience and a passion for empowering others, Wendy has spent more than 20 years developing her 10-step system to simplify planning for accidents, illness, or end-of-life events. Her user-friendly approach has earned global recognition, reaching #1 in multiple categories, and provides peace of mind to both users and their loved ones. Driven by empathy and meticulous attention to detail, Wendy inspires audiences to take a proactive role in preparing for life’s uncertainties. Through her work, she encourages everyone to be their own life expert, offering practical solutions that begin right at home. https://justincasesolutions.com 

What if your pets have been communicating with you all along, just not in the way you expect? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Ditte Young as she shares her personal journey on connecting through telepathy. 

Ditte Young is an internationally renowned telepath, animal communicator, clairvoyant, intuitive coach, and bestselling author who has dedicated her life to expanding human understanding of consciousness, connection, and communication, both seen and unseen. Born with a rare sensitivity to the spiritual world, Ditte possesses a unique ability to practice telepathy with remarkable speed and clarity.  She has taught her methods to thousands of people around the world, helping individuals connect more deeply with themselves, their children, and their animals. Through her books and global work, Ditte continues to empower others to trust their intuition, understand behavior on a deeper level, and live more connected, authentic lives. https://ditteyoung.com

Re-airing this listener favorite! Featured on The Kelly Clarkson Show, authors R.J. Halbert return to share their hot new release Servant! Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Rhonda and Jason Halbert as we step into this riveting series.

Jason Halbert is an Emmy and Grammy Award-winning producer and songwriter whose music has reached millions through multiple #1 and Platinum-selling albums. With a career spanning over two decades as Music Director and Producer for The Kelly Clarkson Show and other notable artists, Jason has also left his creative mark on numerous works in film and television.

Rhonda Halbert spent the past decade as a successful music and television manager, building strong relationships with labels, networks, and producers. She is also a published photographer, music supervisor, passionate cook, garden enthusiast, and spiritual practitioner.

Together, the Halberts write under the pen name R.J. Halbert.

Could the real secret to a happier life be hiding in simple, daily habits we overlook? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Billy Marshall on his new book Your Happier Life Toolbox: How a Data-Driven Dad Cracked the Code on Happiness (and How You Can Too).

Billy Marshall is the “data-driven dad” who cracked the code on happiness—using science. He spent decades designing technical frameworks and data tools to help business leaders make smart, analytical decisions. But when faced with the messier puzzle of his own well-being—stuck on a question his degrees and decades hadn’t answered despite a loving family and outward success—he realized he needed a new framework for the most important project of all: his own life. https://yourhappier.life/ 

Did you know you can get free ATV, dirt bike, and ROV training in California? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Officer John Cunningham, Chief Ranger with California State Parks, as he shares how free training and smart preparation can make off-highway riding safer for everyone.

California State Parks, the ATV Safety Institute, and the Recreational Off-Highway Vehicle Association are celebrating Off-Highway Vehicle Safety Week through November 23rd with statewide events, guided trail rides, safety demonstrations, and FREE ATV, dirt bike, and ROV training for California residents. To register visit:
https://responsiblerecreation.org  https://rideohv.com

What if rebuilding a country wasn’t about charity at all, but about creating jobs that change entire generations? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Julie Colombino-Billingham as she share her new book From Loss to Legacy: How a Fashion Business Rose from Haiti’s Rubble.

Julie Colombino-Billingham is the founder of Deux Mains, a global fair-trade fashion company in Haiti dedicated to creating dignified jobs and sustainable impact. A former aid worker, she arrived in Haiti after the 2010 earthquake and transformed her experience into a movement for empowerment and economic resilience. Colombino-Billingham is a finalist for the 2025 United Nations We Empower grant, a recipient of the 2018 Southern Living Beauty Award, and holds an MBA from Rollins Crummer Graduate School of Business. From Loss to Legacy is her powerful memoir of transformation, purpose, and rebuilding hope from the ground up. https://www.loss-to-legacy.com/

What would you do if you were told you only had months to live? That was the reality for Eric Borstein, who faced a heart failure diagnosis and a dire prognosis. Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Eric Borstein, widely known as “The Walking Guy,” as we recognize Pulmonary Hypertension Awareness Month and  he share his remarkable journey supported by CVS Health.

Eric Borstein is the Director of the Borstein Family Foundation and owner of EB Urban Ventures, a real estate development company. Eric currently is a board member of PS Science and UCLA Mattel Children’s Hospital. He is also Chair of the Board of Directors for Team PHenomenal Hope, a nonprofit organization that seeks to empower and serve those living with pulmonary hypertension through support, services, education and medical research.To learn more about Eric’s story visit WhereIsEB.orq.  www.cvshealth.com

Are you looking for simple ways to elevate your holiday menu without adding stress? Tune in as celebrity Chef Claire Robinson shares easy upgrades, time saving tips, and ingredient choices that truly make a difference, including how premium staples like Plugra butter can transform your seasonal dishes.

Chef Claire Robinson is an accomplished private chef who graduated from the French Culinary Institute in 2005 and was a television host of the Food Network series 5 Ingredient Fix Premium. She has also been on and hosted multiple Food Network shows, including Food Network Challenge. Claire spent time working on culinary production teams for several cooking series, including Food Network’s Easy Entertaining With Michael Chiarello and PBS’s Everyday Baking for Everyday Food. She is also a two-time best-selling author of culinary books. https://plugra.com/holiday/

What if the language you speak is the very thing that keeps you from true authentic yourself? Tune in for an inspiring conversation with Robert A. Wilson as we explore how My Cowboy Wisdom reshapes the way we think, listen, and awaken to a more authentic way of living.

Robert A. Wilson is not just a speaker, but a tempest of down-home charm and profound wisdom that resonates on a frequency that speaks to the human spirit. His words? They aren’t spun from the silk of opulent boardrooms or echoing from the marbled halls of the elite. They are forged in the heart of life’s furnace, hammered with experience, and cooled in the soothing streams of empathy. They are real, raw, and resoundingly human. Cowboy Wisdom Hypnoacuity is hypnotherapy without the drama. Cowboy Wisdom is Pure Liberation that shows you the way to stop healing the past and quickly liberate your now by liberating you from you and your viewpoints, opinions, beliefs, and ancestor survival mode mini movies of yesteryears sneers. https://mycowboywisdom.com