Marianne Pestana

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Moments of Marianne

In a single moment your life can change! “Moments with Marianne” is a transformative hour that covers an endless array of topics with the ‘best of the best.’ Her guest are leaders in their fields, ranging from inspirational authors, top industry leaders, business and spiritual entrepreneurs. Each guest is gifted, and a true visionary! A recognized leader in her own work, and while teaching others to develop, refocus, and grow; Marianne will bring the best guest, and sometimes a special surprise. Don’t miss this – you never know just which ‘moment’ will change your life forever.

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Healthy Made Simple with Dawn Jackson Blatner, RDN


Wednesday, September 9th at 8:06am PT, 11:06am ET & Tuesday, September 15th at 8:06am PT, 11:06am ET

What if feeling healthier and more energized could start with just a few simple changes to what you eat and how you move each day? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Dawn Jackson Blatner, RDN, CSSD, on protein packed recipes to keep you energized on the court PLUS a chance to win $5000 and more from Eggland’s Best Eggs.

Dawn Jackson Blatner, RDN, CSSD is a registered dietitian nutritionist and certified specialist in sports dietetics. She also has a Certificate of Training in Integrative and Functional Nutrition. She is the author of two books: The Flexitarian Diet, ranked a top plant-based diet by US News & World Report, and her second book, The Superfood Swap. She is a trusted expert appearing regularly in local and national media outlets such as The Today Show and Good Morning America. She starred in (and won!) the primetime reality TV show on ABC called, My Diet Is Better Than Yours. Dawn worked as the head dietitian for the Chicago Cubs for 10 years (yes she does have a World Series ring!), hosted an Emmy-nominated TV show in Chicago for 3 seasons, and won the Media Excellence Award from the Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics. She owns a nutrition consulting & communications business with a focus on fun, flexible superfood nutrition. https://ebfamilysweeps.com/contest

The Stories We Inherit with Joel Beverly


Wednesday, September 9th at 8:06am PT, 11:06am ET & Tuesday, September 15th at 8:06am PT, 11:06am ET

What happens when the beliefs that once defined who you are begin to fall away? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Joel Beverly on his new book In the Absence of Belief: A Memoir and Manifesto from the Heart of Appalachia.

Joel Beverly is a writer, bat biologist, entrepreneur, and native son of the Appalachian mountains whose work weaves memoir, cultural critique, and spiritual inquiry into a singular voice rooted in both place and possibility. Raised in deep poverty in one of America’s poorest and shortest-lived congressional districts, Beverly has spent his life challenging inherited narratives—from the personal to the political—and inviting others to do the same. In the Absence of Belief is his second book, a sweeping meditation on awakening, identity, and the future of Appalachia. His first book, born from a spiritual awakening in his late thirties, marked the beginning of a decade-long journey into presence, purpose, and regional transformation. https://joelbeverly.com

Adult Children of Emotionally Abusive Families with Beverly Engel


Tuesday, September 8th at 8:06am PDT, 11:06am EDT & Wednesday, September 16th at 8:06am PDT, 11:06am EDT

How can recognizing emotional abuse, rebuilding trust in yourself, and setting healthy boundaries help break harmful family patterns? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Beverly Engel, LMFT, on her upcoming book Adult Children of Emotionally Abusive Families: Overcoming the Pain, Dysfunction, and Trauma of Growing up in a Toxic Family.

Beverly Engel, LMFT, is an internationally recognized psychotherapist and expert on the subject of trauma. She has written numerous books on the related subjects of abuse, shame and empowerment, including The Emotionally Abusive Relationship, Healing Your Emotional Self and It Wasn’t Your Fault. She has a blog on Psychology Today entitled, “The Compassion Chronicles,” and her writing has been featured in publications including Oprah Magazine, Cosmopolitan, The Washington Post, The Chicago Tribune, and The Los Angeles Times. https://beverlyengel.com 

The Incredible Brain with Ryan Williamson, MD


Tuesday, September 3rd at 8:06am PDT, 11:06am EDT & Monday, September 14th at 8:06am PDT, 11:06am EDT

What if the way your brain ages isn’t as predetermined as you think, and your everyday choices could help you live a longer, healthier, more vibrant life? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Dr. Ryan Williamson, MD, on The Incredible Brain: Proven Science Behind Living a Longer, Healthier, More Impactful Life.

Dr. Ryan Williamson, M.D., is a board-certified neurologist, U.S. Navy veteran, bestselling author, and founder of Transcend Health. Specializing in preventive medicine and personalized longevity care, he integrates neuroscience, physiology, advanced diagnostics, and lifestyle design to identify health risks early and create individualized strategies that protect brain health, enhance physical vitality, and support long-term performance and functional longevity. Dr. Williamson is also the author of The Incredible Brain, which translates complex neuroscience into practical insights that empower people to better understand and care for their most valuable asset—their brain. https://ryanwilliamsonmd.com 

Caregiving at Home with Yolanda Rhodes, MSN, RN, CRRN


Wednesday, September 2nd at 8:06am PT, 11:06am ET & Monday, September 7th at 8:06am PT, 11:06am ET

Nearly one in four Americans is caring for an aging loved one or someone with complex medical needs, yet many families say nothing truly prepared them for the day-to-day realities of caregiving at home. Beyond medications and doctor’s appointments, it’s often the everyday challenges, like personal care, sleepless nights and changing routines that can be the most overwhelming. Tune in as we are joined by rehabilitation nurse Yolanda Rhodes, who has practical advice to help caregivers feel more confident while preserving the comfort and dignity of the people they love.

Yolanda Rhodes, MSN, RN, CRRN is a rehabilitation nurse with expertise in caring for patients with spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries and other complex neurological conditions. She has extensive experience educating patients and caregivers on continence management, including the use of external urinary collection systems and intermittent self-catheterization, helping families navigate the transition from hospital to home.  https://www.purewickathome.com 

Sustaining the Mission with Ryan Dewey Smith


Wednesday, September 2nd at 8:06am PT, 11:06am ET & Monday, September 7th at 8:06am PT, 11:06am ET

How can organizations survive financial pressure without sacrificing the people, values, and mission at their core? Tune in for an inspiring discussion Ryan Dewey Smith on his new book Sustaining the Mission: Building a Billion-Dollar Nonprofit Network by Rewriting the Rules of Partnership.

Ryan Dewey Smith is the founder of Inperium, a national network of 41 health and human service affiliates across 24 states, providing under-resourced human-centric organizations with capital, shared services, and long-term stability while preserving local identity. He is a nationally recognized nonprofit innovator with more than three decades of experience transforming mission-driven organizations into high-performance, financially stable entities. Ryan is the author of Sustaining the Mission(launching soon), guided by his belief to “build scale not for profit, but for people https://inperium.org 

Reflections: On Cinematography with Sir Roger & James Deakins


Friday, August 28th at 8:06am PT, 11:06am ET & Friday, September 4th at 8:06am PT, 11:06am ET

What makes an image unforgettable? How can light, movement, and a single frame make us feel the heart of a story long after the screen goes dark? Tune in on for an inspiring discussion with two-time Academy Award® winning cinematographer Sir Roger Deakins and creative director and script supervisor James Ellis Deakins on their visual memoir, Reflections: On Cinematography.

Roger A Deakins CBE, ASC, BSC, is one of today’s most honored cinematographers, renowned for his vast and varied body of work. He has been nominated for an Oscar 16 times and won the award twice for the films Blade Runner 2049 and 1917. He has also received 17 nominations for the top honor awarded by the American Society of Cinematographers and has been nominated 11 times for the BAFTA award, winning five of them. Some of his other Oscar nominations are for: Denis Villeneuve’s Prisoners and Sicaro; The Coen Brothers’ Fargo; Martin Scorsese’s Kundun; The Reader; Sam Mendes’ Skyfall; and Angelina Jolie’s Unbroken, just to name a few. He has also been recognized by his British peers with 11 British Society of Cinematographers (BSC) nominations and 7 wins. His myriad professional honors also two Independent Spirit Awards, numerous Critic’s awards and the National Board of Review’s Career Achievement Award. He is the sole cinematographer who has been honored with a CBE and a knighthood from his home country of England. Together with James, they have published two books, BYWAYS (a monograph of stills) and REFLECTIONS, a visual memoir. https://www.rogerdeakins.com 

James Ellis Deakins is the creative work partner of Roger Deakins. Born on the east coast of the United States, she double majored in college in Latin and Greek, doing a graduate course in Latin as an undergraduate. Once out of school, she began her film work in New York City as a film lab technician at DuArt Film Laboratories and then as a script supervisor in production. After moving to Los Angeles, she met Roger Deakins on a film set and their creative collaboration began. Eventually relinquishing the role of script supervisor to more fully enter into their collaborative partnership, she and Roger developed their unique working style which has continued to evolve as they enter into new enterprises including a podcast (“Team Deakins”), a website, BYWAYS (a book of still photography) and a visual memoir, REFLECTIONS. James’ natural affinity with technology proved essential when productions moved from the use of film capture to digital. Team Deakins create their approach to a film and execute the plan together. James oversees the many details that need to be coordinated which allows Roger to focus on capturing the visual. Working together, James and Roger have strived to create memorable images as well as share their knowledge with others. https://teamdeakins.libsyn.com 

The AI Dividend with Alistair Mukhtar


Friday, August 28th at 8:06am PT, 11:06am ET & Friday, September 4th at 8:06am PT, 11:06am ET

Will artificial intelligence create a better future for everyone, or only for those who control it? Tune in for Alistair Mukhtar on his new book The AI Dividend: Reclaiming Prosperity in the Age of Machines. 

Alistair Mukhtar is the author of The AI Dividend: Reclaiming Prosperity in the Age of Machines (2026). He writes about technology, economics, and the future of work — and organizes campaigns to turn those ideas into policy. https://theaidividend.org 

The Science of the Mind-Body Healing with Avinoam Lerner


Thursday, August 27th at 8:06am PT, 11:06am ET, & Tuesday, September 1st at 8:06am PT, 11:06am ET

Could your thoughts, beliefs, and emotions influence your body’s capacity for healing? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Avinoam Lerner as we explore the science behind psychoneuroimmunology and how mental and emotional states interact with the nervous and immune systems.

Avinoam Lerner is a Cancer & Trauma Recovery Coach, Clinical Hypnotherapist, TEDx Speaker, author, and practitioner of Integrative Medicine who has dedicated more than 25 years to helping individuals navigate the emotional, psychological, and physical challenges of cancer and trauma. Based in Boston, Massachusetts, he works with clients worldwide, empowering cancer patients, survivors, caregivers, and their families to become active participants in their healing journey while complementing conventional medical care. Avinoam earned his degree as an Integrative Medicine Practitioner from Reidman International College for Complementary and Integrative Medicine in Israel. He is also a Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist through the National Guild of Hypnotists (NGH) and holds an Advanced Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) Certification through the National Federation of Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NFNLP) in the United States. His work integrates evidence-informed mind-body practices with compassionate coaching to help individuals build resilience, reduce stress, and navigate recovery with greater confidence and hope. https://www.avinoamlerner.com 

Your Body Never Meant You Any Harm with Ann Saffi Biasetti, PhD, LCSW


Wednesday, August 26th at 8:06am PT, 11:06am ET & Sunday, September 6th at 10:06am PT, 1:06pm ET

What if the relationship that needs healing most is the one you have with your body? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Ann Saffi Biasetti, PhD, LCSW on her new book Your Body Never Meant You Any Harm: A Somatic Guide to Forgiving and Healing Your Relationship with Your Body.

Ann Saffi Biasetti, PHD, LCSW, is a Transpersonal Psychologist and psychotherapist specializing in somatic psychotherapy and eating disorder recovery. She is the creator of Embodied Self-Compassion (ESC) and the Befriending Your Body (BFYB) program, as well as a certified yoga therapist, yoga teacher, and respected trainer in interoceptive awareness and self-compassion. Ann is the author of Befriending Your Body and Awakening Self-Compassion Cards. She teaches for PESI (Professional Education Systems Institute) and the Center for Mindful Self-Compassion, and has led workshops, retreats, and professional trainings in the U.S., Canada, and the U.K. Ann is a frequent podcast guest and a featured author in The Handbook of Self-Compassion in Psychotherapy. She maintains a private practice in Saratoga Springs, New York, and is dedicated to fostering self-compassion, embodiment, and community through her writing, teaching, and clinical work. https://www.anembodiedlife.com 

Hard Assets and Hard Money for Hard Times with Ben Reinberg


Tuesday, August 25th at 8:06am PDT, 11:06am EDT & Monday, August 31st at 8:06am PDT, 11:06am EDT

Will Your Wealth Survive the Next Economic Storm? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Ben Reinberg on his work and book Hard Assets and Hard Money for Hard Times: A Blueprint to Build a Hard Asset Empire to Withstand Every Economic Cycle.

Ben Reinberg is a trailblazing entrepreneur, commercial real estate visionary, and wealth-building expert with over 30 years of transformative industry experience. As the CEO of Alliance Consolidated Group of Companies, Ben has facilitated billions of dollars in transactions and delivered an extraordinary 28% historical internal rate of return (IRR) across diverse asset classes. His unparalleled expertise in strategic investments, combined with his revolutionary Hard Asset Empire Blueprint ™ , positions him as a trusted authority on creating financial resilience and building generational wealth. https://www.benreinberg.com  https://www.alliancecgc.com 

ActsSocial with Shawn Whitson


Sunday, August 23rd at 10:06am PT, 1:06pm ET & Sunday, August 30th at 10:06am PT, 1:06pm ET

Is it time for a new social media platform that encourages positivity? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Founder Shawn Whitson, on the faith-first social platform ActsSocial. 

ActsSocial is a faith-first social platform created to foster authentic relationships, meaningful community, and positive online engagement. Available in 12 languages and serving verified members across 195 countries, the ad-free platform features a built-in Bible reader, daily devotionals, local groups, a community prayer wall, and free pages for churches, ministries, nonprofits, and businesses. Guided by its “gratitude over outrage” philosophy, ActsSocial is reimagining social media as a place where people are encouraged, communities flourish, and meaningful connections come first. https://actssocial.com 

My Cowboy Wisdom Unleashed with Robert A. Wilson


Sunday, August 23rd at 10:06am PT, 1:06pm ET & Sunday, August 30th at 10:06am PT, 1:06pm ET

What happens when you stop living by everyone else’s rules and start trusting your own inner wisdom? Tune in for an inspiring conversation with Robert A. Wilson as we explore how maverick questions can help you break free from old programming and create a new life. 

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


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