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2021-2022 StarStyle® Line-Up
Welcome to Starstyle®-Be the Star You Are!® with your host Cynthia Brian broadcasting LIVE every Wednesday from 4-5pm PT on the Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel. This program seeds, stimulates, and supports space for positive, meaningful conversations.
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1-19-22
Porch Pirates, Houseplant Heaven, Diabetes Diagnosis
Have you ordered items to be delivered to your doorstep only to realize that your packages were stolen from your front porch? Over 50% of survey respondents have suffered theft from their doorstep. What can you do to protect yourself?
Winter may be keeping you from gardening, but you can have a lush oasis that is cleaning your air and enlivening your room decor with indoor plants. Goddess Gardener, Cynthia Brian, provides the details on how to make your interiors a beautiful greenhouse.
Have you been diagnosed with diabetes? It’s a scary pronouncement but with some knowledge you can lessen the effects of the disease or maybe prevent diabetes. Information is power. Arm yourself.
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Listen at the Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/135354/porch-pirates-houseplant-heaven-diabetes-diagnosis
Winter may be keeping you from gardening, but you can have a lush oasis that is cleaning your air and enlivening your room decor with indoor plants. Goddess Gardener, Cynthia Brian, provides the details on how to make your interiors a beautiful greenhouse.
Have you been diagnosed with diabetes? It’s a scary pronouncement but with some knowledge you can lessen the effects of the disease or maybe prevent diabetes. Information is power. Arm yourself.
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Listen at the Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/135354/porch-pirates-houseplant-heaven-diabetes-diagnosis
1-12-22
Why I Garden, Virtual Wine Tasting, Success, Poems to Inspire
There are so many reasons that we love to garden–rain, sleet, snow, or sunshine. Cynthia Brian shares the reasons that she works in nature and offers tips to incorporate ways to make this world a more beautiful place.
Sommelier Heather Brittany visits StarStyle® to announce the Danza del Sol series of hosted virtual wine tastings where people anywhere in the world can learn about various varietals from the comfort of their homes. Think and drink!
Do you revel in your mistakes because you know mistakes will help you enjoy more success? Do you look for opportunities and the blessings available to you? When we develop a mindset to be successful, we will be.
To launch the New Year, Cynthia Brian shares a few poems that have inspired and motivated her throughout her life. These poems are gifts from the heart the uplift the spirit.
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Bio Heather Brittany aka HB
Heather Brittany grew up in a family with roots in the vineyards. Since 2017, Heather Brittany, known has HB, has worked in the tasting room at the boutique winery in Temecula, Danza del Sol where she offers elevated experiences and private tours. She calls herself a “wine nerd” as she enjoys making stuffy information about wine fun, digestible, and available to everyone. Heather is a level one Sommelier, a Wine Scholar with the highest rank of Distinction in the Wine and Spirit Education Trust (W.S.E.T) in level two, as well as a Certified Hospitality Industry Professional (C.H.I.P) of the Temecula Valley. A new mom, Heather lives in Southern California with her husband, two dogs, and barnyard of chickens where she enjoys gardening, nature, hiking, and entertaining. Beginning January 26, she will be leading the Deeply Rooted Virtual Hosted Tastings. Tickets: https://www.danzadelsolwinery.com/visit-us/virtual-tasting
Video: https://www.instagram.com/reel/CXkSP-9oQYo/?utm_medium=copy_link
Spotlight on HB: https://www.danzadelsolwinery.com/blog/Danza-Del-Sol-Spotlight
Enjoy a daily glass of vino for better health and happiness.Think and Drink together with HB!
Listen at the Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/135291/why-i-garden-virtual-wine-tasting-success-poems-to-inspire
Sommelier Heather Brittany visits StarStyle® to announce the Danza del Sol series of hosted virtual wine tastings where people anywhere in the world can learn about various varietals from the comfort of their homes. Think and drink!
Do you revel in your mistakes because you know mistakes will help you enjoy more success? Do you look for opportunities and the blessings available to you? When we develop a mindset to be successful, we will be.
To launch the New Year, Cynthia Brian shares a few poems that have inspired and motivated her throughout her life. These poems are gifts from the heart the uplift the spirit.
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Bio Heather Brittany aka HB
Heather Brittany grew up in a family with roots in the vineyards. Since 2017, Heather Brittany, known has HB, has worked in the tasting room at the boutique winery in Temecula, Danza del Sol where she offers elevated experiences and private tours. She calls herself a “wine nerd” as she enjoys making stuffy information about wine fun, digestible, and available to everyone. Heather is a level one Sommelier, a Wine Scholar with the highest rank of Distinction in the Wine and Spirit Education Trust (W.S.E.T) in level two, as well as a Certified Hospitality Industry Professional (C.H.I.P) of the Temecula Valley. A new mom, Heather lives in Southern California with her husband, two dogs, and barnyard of chickens where she enjoys gardening, nature, hiking, and entertaining. Beginning January 26, she will be leading the Deeply Rooted Virtual Hosted Tastings. Tickets: https://www.danzadelsolwinery.com/visit-us/virtual-tasting
Video: https://www.instagram.com/reel/CXkSP-9oQYo/?utm_medium=copy_link
Spotlight on HB: https://www.danzadelsolwinery.com/blog/Danza-Del-Sol-Spotlight
Enjoy a daily glass of vino for better health and happiness.Think and Drink together with HB!
Listen at the Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/135291/why-i-garden-virtual-wine-tasting-success-poems-to-inspire
1-5-22 Dan Millman’s Peaceful Warrior, Green 2022, DeClutter Your Life
Happy New Year! Can you believe we are already in 2022 and the pandemic is still with us? Today’s program will help you be your best self on this year’s journey.
Cynthia Brian interviews bestselling author Dan Millman as he describes his quest for meaning in the modern world. Peaceful Heart, Warrior Spirit offers reflections on the extraordinary experiences that shaped Dan Millman’s evolution from childhood dreamer to world-class athlete over a span of two decades, through mind-expanding experiences with four radically different mentors who prepare him for his calling as a down-to-earth spiritual teacher.
As you write your goals and resolutions for 2022, keep a green journal and add gardening to the top of your list. You will be rewarded with a more peaceful mind, a soulful spirit, a kinder heart, and a body that is nourished. Cultivate green and together we will dig deeper to sustain and nurture our environment for ourselves and future generations.
We are still spending plenty of time at home, so it’s time to start decluttering. Do you have the urge to purge? Cynthia Brian will show you how to take small steps the reap rich rewards in getting organized.
BIO:
Dan Millman teaches “the peaceful warrior’s way” in the United States and around the world. Author of eighteen books published in twenty-nine languages, Millman is a former world-champion athlete, university coach, martial arts instructor, and college professor. His bestseller Way of the Peaceful Warrior was adapted into a feature film starring Nick Nolte. Millman and his wife, Joy, live in Brooklyn, NY. www.PeacefulWarrior.com
Listen at the Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/135118/dan-millmans-peaceful-warrior-green-2022-declutter-your-life
12-29-21 Finding Your Purpose, Enhance Your Child, MatchMaking, and Workplace Wardrobe
Do you question the meaning of life and wonder what your purpose is? Discover your innate talents and gifts and get ready for a new year of passion, purpose, and possibilities.
As parents our greatest wish is for our children to have self-esteem, confidence, and be good people. What can we do to positively encourage these traits? Discover the secrets to raising happy, well-balanced kids.
A new pattern emerged with singles looking for a mate an effect of the pandemic. Emotional security followed by stability and security topped the list of critical qualities as opposed to the 2020 most important aspect. What was it? Find out how courtship is evolving.
The dress codes have changed as people are trickling back into the workplace. Attire is less formal and more comfortable. Workers indicate that stuffy is out while looking professional has taken on new meaning.,
Listen at the Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/135047/purpose-enhance-your-child-matchmaking-and-workplace-wardrobe
As parents our greatest wish is for our children to have self-esteem, confidence, and be good people. What can we do to positively encourage these traits? Discover the secrets to raising happy, well-balanced kids.
A new pattern emerged with singles looking for a mate an effect of the pandemic. Emotional security followed by stability and security topped the list of critical qualities as opposed to the 2020 most important aspect. What was it? Find out how courtship is evolving.
The dress codes have changed as people are trickling back into the workplace. Attire is less formal and more comfortable. Workers indicate that stuffy is out while looking professional has taken on new meaning.,
Listen at the Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/135047/purpose-enhance-your-child-matchmaking-and-workplace-wardrobe
12-122-21 Christmas Caring with Special Guest Nola Hennessy
It has been a challenging 22 months, yet we remain upbeat and positive about the future. We will count our blessings, be present for our loved ones, honor those who have died, express gratitude for all that we have, and pray for peace on our planet. We will hear Nola Hennessy’s thoughts on valuing life, being thankful for our blessings, how to focus on the future while acknowledging the past, and how to empower others to make positive change. Over the last 12 years Nola has won over 70 literary and personal achievement awards. Her books reflect her commitment to helping people to help themselves, and her awards speak to the wider recognition that result from her words and actions over many decades. Each person has the capacity to make positive change, to heal from trauma and pain, and build a life where the lessons of the past can empower towards a productive, constructive future.
Join our StarStyle® power hour as we focus on making the holidays merry and bright while caring and sharing. Wishing everyone a very happy and healthy Christmas filled with the love of family and friends. May Santa fill your stockings with grace and goodwill.
BIO: Nola Hennessy
Nola Hennessy is a thought leader on peace, an insightful and multi-award-winning business woman and author, and globally recognized for her enduring commitment to inspire others to live lives of positivity, compassion and love. Nola empowers people in their journey away from revenge, violence, hatred, greed, and power and control struggles.
Born in Australia in 1957, Nola knows that change is inevitable and, as a leading change agent and widely recognized for her capacity to make a difference at a global level, Nola’s global organization Serenidad Consulting® is her vehicle to affect the changes that she knows the world needs.
One of Rotary International’s Inspirational Women 2011 and the USA’s Women of Impact 2014, Nola become a senior manager at age 16, and a senior leader at age 19. She leads Serenidad Consulting®, founded in January 2010, in its strategic intent to facilitate positive relationships and global peace outcomes.
Website: https://serenidadconsulting.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/1635008/admin/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Serenidad-Consulting-1499527433414544
Twitter: https://twitter.com/NolaSerenidadCo
Listen at the Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/134824/christmas-caring-with-special-guest-nola-hennessy
Join our StarStyle® power hour as we focus on making the holidays merry and bright while caring and sharing. Wishing everyone a very happy and healthy Christmas filled with the love of family and friends. May Santa fill your stockings with grace and goodwill.
BIO: Nola Hennessy
Nola Hennessy is a thought leader on peace, an insightful and multi-award-winning business woman and author, and globally recognized for her enduring commitment to inspire others to live lives of positivity, compassion and love. Nola empowers people in their journey away from revenge, violence, hatred, greed, and power and control struggles.
Born in Australia in 1957, Nola knows that change is inevitable and, as a leading change agent and widely recognized for her capacity to make a difference at a global level, Nola’s global organization Serenidad Consulting® is her vehicle to affect the changes that she knows the world needs.
One of Rotary International’s Inspirational Women 2011 and the USA’s Women of Impact 2014, Nola become a senior manager at age 16, and a senior leader at age 19. She leads Serenidad Consulting®, founded in January 2010, in its strategic intent to facilitate positive relationships and global peace outcomes.
Website: https://serenidadconsulting.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/1635008/admin/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Serenidad-Consulting-1499527433414544
Twitter: https://twitter.com/NolaSerenidadCo
Listen at the Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/134824/christmas-caring-with-special-guest-nola-hennessy
12-15-21
Sleep Fix, Gut Ecosystem, Altruism
From renowned ABC News anchor/correspondent and former insomniac Diane Macedo, comes a practical, user-friendly guide to getting better sleep. The Sleep Fix flips the switch on common advice, illuminating the reporter’s relentless search for how to get a good night’s sleep and the surprising, scientific, and practical solutions she found along the way. Cynthia Brian interviews Diane Macedo to learn about the importance of getting our ZZZ’s.
Did you know that the health of your intestines has an important impact on your overall health? Our life code is changed by the various active gut bacterias. We can improve the health of our brain, organs, heart, skin, and bones through better nutrition and viewing our food as helpful medicine.
What does it mean to be altruistic? Are you volunteering at a charity or donating to help others? Every individual has the power to change lives for the better. It is the holidays and there are individuals and families who could use your simple acts of kindness.
Bio:
Diane Macedo is currently an anchor and correspondent for ABC News, appearing on Good Morning America, World News Tonight, Nightline, World News Now, and America This Morning, as well as breaking news reports. She’s also an anchor for ABC News Live, where she hosts ABC New Live Update, The Breakdown, and covers breaking news and special events. An alum of Boston College, she lives in New York City with her family. Learn more at thesleepfixbook.com and follow Diane on social media on Instagram (@dianermacedo), Twitter (@dianermacedo) and Facebook (Facebook.com/DianeRMacedo).
Listen at the Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/134820/sleep-fix-gut-ecosystem-altruism
Did you know that the health of your intestines has an important impact on your overall health? Our life code is changed by the various active gut bacterias. We can improve the health of our brain, organs, heart, skin, and bones through better nutrition and viewing our food as helpful medicine.
What does it mean to be altruistic? Are you volunteering at a charity or donating to help others? Every individual has the power to change lives for the better. It is the holidays and there are individuals and families who could use your simple acts of kindness.
Bio:
Diane Macedo is currently an anchor and correspondent for ABC News, appearing on Good Morning America, World News Tonight, Nightline, World News Now, and America This Morning, as well as breaking news reports. She’s also an anchor for ABC News Live, where she hosts ABC New Live Update, The Breakdown, and covers breaking news and special events. An alum of Boston College, she lives in New York City with her family. Learn more at thesleepfixbook.com and follow Diane on social media on Instagram (@dianermacedo), Twitter (@dianermacedo) and Facebook (Facebook.com/DianeRMacedo).
Listen at the Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/134820/sleep-fix-gut-ecosystem-altruism
12-8-21
Final Days of Fall, Holiday Tipping, Back Issues
Without a doubt, autumn is a beautiful time of the year with cooler weather and spectacular, ever-changing foliage. Since the weather is mild, it is still a great time to re-seed your lawn, cover bald spots, or seed a new lawn. You can also keep planting. Find out what to do before winter arrives.
Are you baffled by the etiquette of holiday tipping? Do you need to tip more? We’ll relate tips from Emily Post’s great granddaughter to give you a heads up.
Do you find yourself cringing with “Oh, my aching back!” We can tend to our spine and back issues with self-care, exercise, and good posture, but when you are in pain, you need to seek medical attention. Find out back basics and how you can manage your disks.
Listen at the Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel:
https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/134702/final-days-of-fall-holiday-tipping-back-issues
Are you baffled by the etiquette of holiday tipping? Do you need to tip more? We’ll relate tips from Emily Post’s great granddaughter to give you a heads up.
Do you find yourself cringing with “Oh, my aching back!” We can tend to our spine and back issues with self-care, exercise, and good posture, but when you are in pain, you need to seek medical attention. Find out back basics and how you can manage your disks.
Listen at the Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel:
https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/134702/final-days-of-fall-holiday-tipping-back-issues
12-1-21 Season of Gratitude, Counterfeit Goods, Smell Study
Are you feeling grateful? December marks the season of gratitude and giving. Autumn boasts cooler weather and nature’s spectacular showcase of colorful leaves on shrubs and trees as we ramp up for holiday festivities. We show our appreciation for living.
Have you bought a designer bag at a discount price only to find out that it was a fake? How can you reduce your chances of buying counterfeit products? There are red flags to be aware of and you’ll find out how to be a more savvy consumer and avoid the scams.
Did you now that diseases can be diagnosed by smell? Trained dogs and doctors can sniff out several maladies. Your bodily scent gives off copious information not only about your health but about you as a person.
THANK YOU FOR BEING VALUED LISTENERS!
Listen at the Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/134495/season-of-gratitude-counterfeit-goods-smell-study
Have you bought a designer bag at a discount price only to find out that it was a fake? How can you reduce your chances of buying counterfeit products? There are red flags to be aware of and you’ll find out how to be a more savvy consumer and avoid the scams.
Did you now that diseases can be diagnosed by smell? Trained dogs and doctors can sniff out several maladies. Your bodily scent gives off copious information not only about your health but about you as a person.
THANK YOU FOR BEING VALUED LISTENERS!
Listen at the Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/134495/season-of-gratitude-counterfeit-goods-smell-study
11-17-21 Rolling on Rivers, Focus, Holiday Prep
For 10 days Cynthia Brian was “rolling on the rivers” of the Tennessee, Ohio, Cumberland, and Mississippi exploring the sites and learning about the history of the Civil War. Cynthia explored small towns in Tennessee, Kentucky, and Alabama and will talk about her experience aboard the flagship American Queen Steamship as she paddlewheel on the rivers.
How do you keep focused on the task at hand? In today’s techno world it is difficult to center our attention on a single task. We’ll discuss strategies to achieve optimum focus and that also include a big amount fo nature therapy.
How quickly the days fly by! The holidays are upon us and are we ready? You get a few favorite tips on how to be prepared in advance so that you can enjoy the holidays this year with your friends, family, and loved ones. Make sure that you are donating to a charity this season. You’ll help others and feel good about your generosity.
Listen at the Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/134398/rolling-on-rivers-focus-holiday-prep
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How do you keep focused on the task at hand? In today’s techno world it is difficult to center our attention on a single task. We’ll discuss strategies to achieve optimum focus and that also include a big amount fo nature therapy.
How quickly the days fly by! The holidays are upon us and are we ready? You get a few favorite tips on how to be prepared in advance so that you can enjoy the holidays this year with your friends, family, and loved ones. Make sure that you are donating to a charity this season. You’ll help others and feel good about your generosity.
Listen at the Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/134398/rolling-on-rivers-focus-holiday-prep
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11-10-21
Covid Update, Butterflies, Outside/Inside
Vaccinations are rising and there are new treatments for the Covid 19 virus. Airlines are now mandating vaccinations or recent testing for passengers, restaurants are requiring vaccinations for indoor dining, and many companies have jumped on that bandwagon. Can we begin to be more positive about ending the pandemic?
Almost everyone has heard of the “butterfly effect”. Originally based on weather and climate predictions, it has become a metaphor for the effects of chaos theory–the concept that small events can have huge widespread consequences. Did you know the 99.9% of Monarchs have disappeared from the West Coast? Find out what we can do to save the butterflies.
People are spending more time outdoors. With innovations in technology, materials, and creativity, outside spaces can be as beautiful and comfortable as indoor spaces. discover ways to lounge, gather, and dine in style on your patio, balcony, or porch.
Listen at the Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel:https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/134074/covid-update-butterflies-outsideinside
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10-27-21 Millennials Versus Boomers, Halloween Garden Ghouls, Volunteer to Succeed
Cynthia Brian wrote the book, Be the Star You Are!® Millennials to Boomers, Celebrating Gifts of Positive Voices in a Changing Digital World. But how far apart is the thinking between these generations. Discover some interesting insights. Buy the book at www.StarStyleStore.net
The hot topic of conversation this week, especially for kids, is what is their special costume for Halloween. Gardeners are more concerned with the wicked phantoms that prowl in hallowed ground. It’s Halloween, and we have the ghosts, ghouls, goblins, and creatures that go crazy in the night!
Are you are person who wants to make a change in your life and in the world, but you don’t know where to start? Cynthia Brian will guide you to find your purpose and your mission by aligning yourself with a nonprofit that speaks to your activism. At Be the Star You Are!® 501 c3, as Executive Director, Cynthia’s goal is to help her volunteers become the leaders they were born to be. The internet helps you help the world by using your skills remotely. No matter what your interest, there is a charity that wants you as a volunteer. www.BetheStarYouAre.org
Listen at the Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/133966/millennials-versus-boomers-garden-ghouls-volunteer-success
The hot topic of conversation this week, especially for kids, is what is their special costume for Halloween. Gardeners are more concerned with the wicked phantoms that prowl in hallowed ground. It’s Halloween, and we have the ghosts, ghouls, goblins, and creatures that go crazy in the night!
Are you are person who wants to make a change in your life and in the world, but you don’t know where to start? Cynthia Brian will guide you to find your purpose and your mission by aligning yourself with a nonprofit that speaks to your activism. At Be the Star You Are!® 501 c3, as Executive Director, Cynthia’s goal is to help her volunteers become the leaders they were born to be. The internet helps you help the world by using your skills remotely. No matter what your interest, there is a charity that wants you as a volunteer. www.BetheStarYouAre.org
Listen at the Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/133966/millennials-versus-boomers-garden-ghouls-volunteer-success
Fraud Protection, Weather, Empathy
It is cybersecurity month and it’s good to get a refresher on how to keep yourself safe from online, phone, and mail scams. Take the steps necessary today to protect ourself and your pocketbook.
Humans have been complaining about the weather since the dawn of mankind. It’s only in the pst century that predicting the wether has become a science. Discover the history of the National Weather Service and find out what the forecast is for tomorrow.
Empathy! It is in short supply these days. To show you care about a person or employee, we need to lead with empathy, care about others, value and respect their opinions and thoughts. You never know what someone else is struggling with. Listen and learn.
Listen at the Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel:https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/133861/fraud-protection-weather-empathy
Gardening with the Senses, Grass Roots, Travel Packing
Digging, for most of us, means hands (or shovels) in the dirt, planting something, cultivating, or harvesting. Teresa Watkins, garden designer, radio host, author, and instructor, has spent hours and hours on a different kind of digging and all of her effort has unearthed quite a harvest. Teresa’s latest book, A Gardener’s Compendium Volume 3, Gardening with The Senses: Gardening in a Twitter World in 140 Characters or More will be discussed with Cynthia Brian as well as her other tomes.
The earth trembled. The fires raged. The stock market crashed. October has notoriously become a month when disasters great and small occur. No matter what transpires, life goes on and nature always prevails. The next two months are busy ones in the garden as we prepare our beds for a winter’s sleep.
If you haven’t traveled for awhile, you may need a refresher course on the best methods to pack. And if you are keeping your relationship fresh, you’ll find a few ideas for a loving date night.
Bio: Teresa Watkins
Teresa Watkins is a horticulturist, landscape designer, author, consultant, and taught the Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ program for the University of Florida IFAS Extension. In the last 24 years, over 37,000 homeowners have attended Teresa’s landscaping talks, programs, and Zoom classes. Her garden programs range from the ABCs of landscaping to themed-landscapes of fairy gardens to xeriscaping. Ms. Watkins’s humor grabs her audience’s attention with easily understood landscaping principles.
Teresa is a veteran gardening show radio broadcaster, hosting her own garden radio show “In Your Backyard” on WLBE from 1996 through 2020. In 2020, Teresa joined Tom MacCubbin as co- host of the syndicated gardening show “Better Lawns and Gardens” on WFLA Saturday mornings from 7:00AM to 9:00AM EST. With Tom’s retirement in 2021, Teresa took over as host of the most popular weekly gardening radio show in Florida history. “Better Lawns and Gardens” can be heard on iHeart, iTunes, Amazon, and multiple podcast websites.
In 2008, Teresa started her own landscape design company. Her landscape designs are uniquely infused with genuine enthusiasm and expert knowledge of landscaping. Teresa takes on all sizes of design projects and installations small or large, from quaint cottage gardens to estates. Her specialty is visualizing and designing landscapes for clients that actualizes their dreams while providing for sustainability. She instills an appreciation for the environment — with her “gardening with soul” philosophy — while encouraging everyone that they can have a beautiful yet sustainable yard.
Teresa’s first gardening book series, “A Gardener’s Compendium: Gardening in a Twitter World in 140 Characters or More, Volume 1 – Gardening with Life, and Volume 2 – Gardening in Time and Place, Volume 3 – Gardening with the Senses” are available at bookshops, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Xulon Press, and signed copies on Teresa’s website: http://www.she-consulting.com/books Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TeresaWatkinsFL/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/teresawatkinsfl/
Listen at the Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel:
https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/133728/gardening-with-the-senses-grass-roots-travel-packing
The earth trembled. The fires raged. The stock market crashed. October has notoriously become a month when disasters great and small occur. No matter what transpires, life goes on and nature always prevails. The next two months are busy ones in the garden as we prepare our beds for a winter’s sleep.
If you haven’t traveled for awhile, you may need a refresher course on the best methods to pack. And if you are keeping your relationship fresh, you’ll find a few ideas for a loving date night.
Bio: Teresa Watkins
Teresa Watkins is a horticulturist, landscape designer, author, consultant, and taught the Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ program for the University of Florida IFAS Extension. In the last 24 years, over 37,000 homeowners have attended Teresa’s landscaping talks, programs, and Zoom classes. Her garden programs range from the ABCs of landscaping to themed-landscapes of fairy gardens to xeriscaping. Ms. Watkins’s humor grabs her audience’s attention with easily understood landscaping principles.
Teresa is a veteran gardening show radio broadcaster, hosting her own garden radio show “In Your Backyard” on WLBE from 1996 through 2020. In 2020, Teresa joined Tom MacCubbin as co- host of the syndicated gardening show “Better Lawns and Gardens” on WFLA Saturday mornings from 7:00AM to 9:00AM EST. With Tom’s retirement in 2021, Teresa took over as host of the most popular weekly gardening radio show in Florida history. “Better Lawns and Gardens” can be heard on iHeart, iTunes, Amazon, and multiple podcast websites.
In 2008, Teresa started her own landscape design company. Her landscape designs are uniquely infused with genuine enthusiasm and expert knowledge of landscaping. Teresa takes on all sizes of design projects and installations small or large, from quaint cottage gardens to estates. Her specialty is visualizing and designing landscapes for clients that actualizes their dreams while providing for sustainability. She instills an appreciation for the environment — with her “gardening with soul” philosophy — while encouraging everyone that they can have a beautiful yet sustainable yard.
Teresa’s first gardening book series, “A Gardener’s Compendium: Gardening in a Twitter World in 140 Characters or More, Volume 1 – Gardening with Life, and Volume 2 – Gardening in Time and Place, Volume 3 – Gardening with the Senses” are available at bookshops, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Xulon Press, and signed copies on Teresa’s website: http://www.she-consulting.com/books Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TeresaWatkinsFL/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/teresawatkinsfl/
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https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/133728/gardening-with-the-senses-grass-roots-travel-packing
10-6-21 Food Allergies, Power of Touch, History of Vaccines
A food allergy triggers an immune system response that can affect several organs. Reactions can be mild to deadly. It’s important to know if you have an allergy or just an intolerance to specific foods, especially when you dine out.
After 20 minutes in isolation, are you hungry for a hug? Touch is a powerful feeling and every human needs it to thrive. Find out what you can do to get that loving feeling.
How far can the government go in mandating vaccines? Throughout the years, anti-vexers have taken to the streets demanding their rights as their children were dying of diseases that could have been avoided by inoculations. Even Benjamin Franklin had regrets. Find out more.
Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/133640/food-allergies-power-of-touch-history-of-vaccines
After 20 minutes in isolation, are you hungry for a hug? Touch is a powerful feeling and every human needs it to thrive. Find out what you can do to get that loving feeling.
How far can the government go in mandating vaccines? Throughout the years, anti-vexers have taken to the streets demanding their rights as their children were dying of diseases that could have been avoided by inoculations. Even Benjamin Franklin had regrets. Find out more.
Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/133640/food-allergies-power-of-touch-history-of-vaccines
Single Tasking,Food Allergies, Don’t Buy, Plant Parenthood
Are you a multi-talker? Do you feel that you are accomplishing your goals? The brain is wired to do one thing at one time. We are living distracted lives. Do you want to do one thing well or two or more things poorly?
We all love saving money, getting deals, and discovering treasures for free. But there are some items that no matter how free or inexpensive we don’t want to bring into our homes. What are they? Find out today!
Goddess Gardener, Cynthia Brian states, “my favorite way of birthing new vegetation is through propagation. Many of the specimens in my garden have been slips, cuttings, seeds, divisions, roots, bulbs, or pinches from my mom’s, sibling’s, or friend’s gardens. “A garden is to share and there is nothing more satisfying than growing floras derived from a beloved garden. Cynthia will tell you how to do this.
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We all love saving money, getting deals, and discovering treasures for free. But there are some items that no matter how free or inexpensive we don’t want to bring into our homes. What are they? Find out today!
Goddess Gardener, Cynthia Brian states, “my favorite way of birthing new vegetation is through propagation. Many of the specimens in my garden have been slips, cuttings, seeds, divisions, roots, bulbs, or pinches from my mom’s, sibling’s, or friend’s gardens. “A garden is to share and there is nothing more satisfying than growing floras derived from a beloved garden. Cynthia will tell you how to do this.
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9-22-21 Disaster Preparedness, Restaurant Etiquette, Destructive Connections
What is your emergency plan if a disaster occurs? Is your “Go Bag” packed and ready/ Where will you go? Who will you contact? What things do you need to do to prepare in advance in case the worst happens?
As you start going back to enjoy a restaurant experience, there are some new rules of participation. You’ll get the low-down on how to act, communicate, be a great guest, and enjoy a great meal.
Are you in a toxic relationship? Do you feel physically, emotionally, or sexually abused? Healthy relationships produce positive feelings and enhance everything we do. Each person have to determine what bothers us and how we will respond.
Listen at the Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/133411/disaster-preparedness-restaurant-etiquette-destructive-connec
As you start going back to enjoy a restaurant experience, there are some new rules of participation. You’ll get the low-down on how to act, communicate, be a great guest, and enjoy a great meal.
Are you in a toxic relationship? Do you feel physically, emotionally, or sexually abused? Healthy relationships produce positive feelings and enhance everything we do. Each person have to determine what bothers us and how we will respond.
Listen at the Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/133411/disaster-preparedness-restaurant-etiquette-destructive-connec
9-15-21 Pandemic Partners, Climate Change Effects, Bulbs and Harvest Time
How has the isolation of the pandemic affected human relationships? Do we feel more connected to strangers than our loved ones? Are intimate relationships strained? Did you feel closer to fictional characters more than real ones? Who were your pandemic partners?
Planet Earth is on a catastrophic collision course. The effects of climate change are pervasive and with greenhouse gases rising, irreversible damage is imminent. Floods, hurricanes, wildfires, earthquakes, and droughts are causing life-threatening conditions. What can we do to combat this disaster-in-the-making?
Fall is a week away and that means harvest time for many fruits. Bulbs need to be planted, prepared, and planted in late fall. What do you need to know about buying, forcing, harvesting, and planting.
Listen at the Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/133284/pandemic-partners-climate-change-effects-bulbs-and-harvest-tim
Planet Earth is on a catastrophic collision course. The effects of climate change are pervasive and with greenhouse gases rising, irreversible damage is imminent. Floods, hurricanes, wildfires, earthquakes, and droughts are causing life-threatening conditions. What can we do to combat this disaster-in-the-making?
Fall is a week away and that means harvest time for many fruits. Bulbs need to be planted, prepared, and planted in late fall. What do you need to know about buying, forcing, harvesting, and planting.
Listen at the Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/133284/pandemic-partners-climate-change-effects-bulbs-and-harvest-tim
9-8-21 22nd Anniversary of Be the Star You Are!, 20 Years of 9/11, Vacation Living
Be the Star You Are!® 501 c 3 charity launched on 9/9/1999 with just a few volunteers with a dream to empower women, families, and youth by providing positive media messages, increased literacy, and tools for living. No one realized that 22 years later, BTSYA would be a recognized as a top non profit for arts, culture, and empowerment, especially for teens. Founder and Executive Director will celebrate the anniversary with an overview of the amazing history of this grassroots organization. Donate today at www.BetheStarYouAre.org
On Tuesday morning, 9./11/2001, the worst terrorist attack was directed at the United States. 2977 people were killed, 19 hijackers committed murder and suicide, and more than 6,000 others were injured. There were four coordinated terrorist attacks by the Wahhabi Islamist terrorist group al-Qaeda against the United States. We remember and honor all those who died and all those who helped with the aftermath.
What if you could’ve every day as if you are on vacation? Perhaps you can if you change your mindset and attitude. We still will have to go to work, clean the house, pay bills, and take care of our families, but if we decide this is joyful and fun, maybe we can live every day more relaxed. Want to experiment?
Listen at the Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/133178/22nd-anniversary-of-btsya-20-years-of-911-vacation-life
On Tuesday morning, 9./11/2001, the worst terrorist attack was directed at the United States. 2977 people were killed, 19 hijackers committed murder and suicide, and more than 6,000 others were injured. There were four coordinated terrorist attacks by the Wahhabi Islamist terrorist group al-Qaeda against the United States. We remember and honor all those who died and all those who helped with the aftermath.
What if you could’ve every day as if you are on vacation? Perhaps you can if you change your mindset and attitude. We still will have to go to work, clean the house, pay bills, and take care of our families, but if we decide this is joyful and fun, maybe we can live every day more relaxed. Want to experiment?
Listen at the Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/133178/22nd-anniversary-of-btsya-20-years-of-911-vacation-life
9-1-21 Getting Together, Digital Dope, College Living Spaces
Humans are social beings and we like getting together. With warm weather predicted for the next two months, gathering in our gardens for a picnic, barbecue, or just a chat will be a safer method of communing. Fete the final days of summer with a casual gathering or formal gala. A setting in nature sets the tone for a festive, friendly, and safe celebration for the benefit of everyone. Get vaccinated!
Are you addicted to video games? What about social media, your phone, emails, or texts? Are your feeling depressed or anxious when you can’t use your devices? You may be digitally overdosing. Our brains can get hooked on dopamine, the neurotransmitter of pleasure.
If you are getting ready to go off to college for the first time, you probably will be settling into a dormitory, most likely with a complete stranger. So how do you decorate to please both of your tastes? You’ll get some easy tips to make the room cosy reflecting your individuality.
Listen at the Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/133037/getting-together-digital-dope-college-living-spaces
Are you addicted to video games? What about social media, your phone, emails, or texts? Are your feeling depressed or anxious when you can’t use your devices? You may be digitally overdosing. Our brains can get hooked on dopamine, the neurotransmitter of pleasure.
If you are getting ready to go off to college for the first time, you probably will be settling into a dormitory, most likely with a complete stranger. So how do you decorate to please both of your tastes? You’ll get some easy tips to make the room cosy reflecting your individuality.
Listen at the Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/133037/getting-together-digital-dope-college-living-spaces
8-25-22
Pet Partners, Letting Go of Nothing, Back to School
Did you adopt a pet during this pandemic? Have you been spending 24/7 with your new furry family friend because you’ve been working from home? What are you going to do when you have to go back to the office? Many pet owners want to bring their animals to the office.
Peter Russell’s Letting Go of Nothing, is a practical and empowering approach to the age-old quest to let go of the thoughts and feelings that block happiness, impede change, and hinder self-acceptance. Cynthia Brian interviews Peter to find out how we can bring p eace of mind, fresh perspectives, and wisdom in action to our daily lives.
The kids are back in class and the hope is that teachers, faculty, administers, students, and volunteers will be safe as they navigate the next school year. A few tips for getting back in the classroom with Covid-19 guidelines and masks.
Bio: Peter Russell
Peter Russell, author of Letting Go of Nothing and From Science to God, earned degrees in theoretical physics, psychology, and computer science at the University of Cambridge in England, where he studied for a time with Stephen Hawking. He studied meditation and Eastern philosophy in India and later conducted research into the neurophysiology of meditation. He coined the term global brain with his 1980s bestseller of the same name (100,000 copies sold), in which he predicted the internet and the impact it would have on humanity. He lives in Northern California. www.PeterRussell.com.
Listen at the Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/132925/pet-partners-letting-go-of-nothing-back-to-school
Peter Russell’s Letting Go of Nothing, is a practical and empowering approach to the age-old quest to let go of the thoughts and feelings that block happiness, impede change, and hinder self-acceptance. Cynthia Brian interviews Peter to find out how we can bring p eace of mind, fresh perspectives, and wisdom in action to our daily lives.
The kids are back in class and the hope is that teachers, faculty, administers, students, and volunteers will be safe as they navigate the next school year. A few tips for getting back in the classroom with Covid-19 guidelines and masks.
Bio: Peter Russell
Peter Russell, author of Letting Go of Nothing and From Science to God, earned degrees in theoretical physics, psychology, and computer science at the University of Cambridge in England, where he studied for a time with Stephen Hawking. He studied meditation and Eastern philosophy in India and later conducted research into the neurophysiology of meditation. He coined the term global brain with his 1980s bestseller of the same name (100,000 copies sold), in which he predicted the internet and the impact it would have on humanity. He lives in Northern California. www.PeterRussell.com.
Listen at the Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/132925/pet-partners-letting-go-of-nothing-back-to-school
Get Vaccinated, Flying, Managin Time
The U.S. had more than 36.5 million confirmed Covid-19 cases and 625,000 deaths. Only about 50.3% of the population have been fully vaccinated. Vaccine resisters offer many rationales for why they do not have to be vaccinated. but what is more important than your health and safety? The enemy is the virus. It can’t mutate if it can’t replicate. Get vaccinated
Flying used to be pleasurable. It was even called the “friendly skies”. Air rage is on the uptick. What can we do to fly in safety and with sanity?A good start might be using manners.
When we try to make time for everything, we end up with more things to make time for. Our to-do lists never seem to get to the bottom and we feel frustrated. Embrace your limitations and do what is possible, not what you think is the maximum.
Listen at the Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/132813/get-vaccinated-flying-managin-time
Flying used to be pleasurable. It was even called the “friendly skies”. Air rage is on the uptick. What can we do to fly in safety and with sanity?A good start might be using manners.
When we try to make time for everything, we end up with more things to make time for. Our to-do lists never seem to get to the bottom and we feel frustrated. Embrace your limitations and do what is possible, not what you think is the maximum.
Listen at the Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/132813/get-vaccinated-flying-managin-time
8-11-21 Cynthia Brian’s Life Mantra, Sacred Spaces, Nature’s Orchestra
Cynthia Brian has only three rules in life: Smile, Have Fun, and Be Wild and Wacky. When you read any of her books in her Be the Star You Are!® series, you’ll find yourself living those three rules. When we smile, we light up not only our own world, but the lives of others, When we smile, we can’t be frowning and our days are more fun. When we smile, we can express our joy, take measured risks, thus embracing our wild and wacky natures. Find out more…
Being in lockdown throughout the year has given us the blessed realization that having access to nature is critical to our well-being. Now with the Delta variant, we may want to retreat to a cave. By re-discovering under-utilized garden areas, we will find fresh air and safety in nature. Our outdoor rooms will become our sacred space.
There is a symphony playing daily in the garden. Open your door or window to hear the melodic concert of nature. Musicians include the thousands of bees buzzing, hummingbirds bustling, birds singing, frogs croaking, water trickling, owls hooting, and crickets chirping. What’s your favorite orchestra?
Listen at the Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/132688/cynthia-brians-life-mantra-sacred-spaces-natures-orchestra
Being in lockdown throughout the year has given us the blessed realization that having access to nature is critical to our well-being. Now with the Delta variant, we may want to retreat to a cave. By re-discovering under-utilized garden areas, we will find fresh air and safety in nature. Our outdoor rooms will become our sacred space.
There is a symphony playing daily in the garden. Open your door or window to hear the melodic concert of nature. Musicians include the thousands of bees buzzing, hummingbirds bustling, birds singing, frogs croaking, water trickling, owls hooting, and crickets chirping. What’s your favorite orchestra?
Listen at the Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/132688/cynthia-brians-life-mantra-sacred-spaces-natures-orchestra
8-4-21 Water Matters, Climate Change Effects, Back to School Tips
Besides the financial burden of re-landscaping, maintaining a garden during a drought is essential not only for the aesthetics and beauty a garden provides but for keeping your home cooler and contributing to a fire safety zone. If you let your plants and trees die, your parched landscape could become a fire hazard. Water is essential to life. Water matters.
Our health, safety, and homes are being affected by the extreme weather conditions making everyday more challenging. 2020 was the Earth’s second hottest year in over 140 years. How will climate change affect your health, money, and where you want to live.
In-person learning starts for many schools around the country this week. What do parents and students need to know to ease the transition from home to school? Are masks mandatory? What will be the new normal?
Listen at the Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/132559/water-matters-climate-change-effects-back-to-school-tips
Our health, safety, and homes are being affected by the extreme weather conditions making everyday more challenging. 2020 was the Earth’s second hottest year in over 140 years. How will climate change affect your health, money, and where you want to live.
In-person learning starts for many schools around the country this week. What do parents and students need to know to ease the transition from home to school? Are masks mandatory? What will be the new normal?
Listen at the Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/132559/water-matters-climate-change-effects-back-to-school-tips
7-28-21 Summer Perennials, Stay Cool, Preventing Food Poisoning
In the heat of summer, can you keep your garden flowers blooming? By planting specific perennials grown to thrive in heat, you can have a beautiful landscape all summer long. Goddess Gardener, Cynthia Brian shares her personal favorites.
How do you stay cool in hot weather? Everyone loves outdoor activities but the summer season brings heat-related illness as well as fatalities. Heat stress is preventable. Have fun in the sun while staying cool and hydrated.
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Picnics, barbecues, patio parties! All fun summer gatherings that could lead to food poisoning if preparation is taken into account. Food safety is especially important during the hot summer months as food poisoning sends thousands of people to the hospital annually.
Listen at the Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/132452/summer-perennials-stay-cool-preventing-food-poisoning
How do you stay cool in hot weather? Everyone loves outdoor activities but the summer season brings heat-related illness as well as fatalities. Heat stress is preventable. Have fun in the sun while staying cool and hydrated.
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Picnics, barbecues, patio parties! All fun summer gatherings that could lead to food poisoning if preparation is taken into account. Food safety is especially important during the hot summer months as food poisoning sends thousands of people to the hospital annually.
Listen at the Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/132452/summer-perennials-stay-cool-preventing-food-poisoning
7-21-21 Bug Out!, Attic Collectibles, State Skipping
With the drought in California, many homeowners are experiencing an invasion of uninvited insects and varmints hungry to eat what’s left of our crops while some are dining on us as main courses. Learn what are the beneficials and the predators.
Do you have “junk” in your attic, basement, closets, or garage that could actually be money-making collectibles? Many things that we may think are worthless could bring in thousands.
We’ll look at what’s hot for collectors.
Since the pandemic hit, people have been pulling up stakes in their home state and moving to areas they believe will be more affordable, safer, or more conducive to their dream lifestyle. In 2021, 23 million people are expected to move to take advantage from the new work opportunities from home. But what are the hidden costs of moving and what should you look for?
Listen at Voice America Network, the Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/132314/bug-out-attic-collectibles-state-skipping
Do you have “junk” in your attic, basement, closets, or garage that could actually be money-making collectibles? Many things that we may think are worthless could bring in thousands.
We’ll look at what’s hot for collectors.
Since the pandemic hit, people have been pulling up stakes in their home state and moving to areas they believe will be more affordable, safer, or more conducive to their dream lifestyle. In 2021, 23 million people are expected to move to take advantage from the new work opportunities from home. But what are the hidden costs of moving and what should you look for?
Listen at Voice America Network, the Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/132314/bug-out-attic-collectibles-state-skipping