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PR and Social Media Director at Hallmark Cards, JiaoJiao Shen, joins Dr. Michelle Robin to discuss freedom and the power of connection. Join Dr. Michelle and JiaoJiao as they talk about: What it is like for JiaoJiao being a Chinese immigrant in the USA with two biracial children. Her thoughts on freedom especially with both children having been born on July 4, three years apart. Unpacking the discrimination and increase in hate we have seen in our communities over the last couple of years. Thoughts on Asian food and why we see people either love it or hate and discriminate against it. What people can do better to help support all races in their community. The continuous journey we’re all on towards anti-racism and how we can keep learning and improving. What difference we can make in the media and Hollywood by demanding more diverse content. Asian role models JiaoJiao had growing up and why she’s excited to see more representation in her children’s TV shows and movies. Mentioned In This Episode Both My Ki

Sentenced to sixty-five years in a Texas prison, Damon West once had it all. Damon West, M.S. Criminal Justice, is a college professor, nationally known keynote speaker and best-selling author (with best-selling author and motivational speaker Jon Gordon) of The Coffee Bean: A Simple Lesson to Create Positive Change. His first book and autobiography, The Change Agent: How a Former College QB Sentenced to Life in Prison Transformed His World, was published just three years after his release from a Texas maximum-security prison. Join Dr. Michelle and Damon as they talk about: Damon’s background story and his health journey of letting go of addiction for greater wellbeing. Why the world is a pot of boiling water and you have three choices: be a carrot, be an egg, or be a coffee bean and why you should choose to be a coffee bean. His childhood and the impact of being sexually abused by his babysitter. Takeaways Damon took away from his experience with drugs and going to prison for it. Damon and his wife, Kende

About Bellatore Recovery The Bellatore Recovery philosophy is grounded in connection. Their founders are all native Kansans, connected as personal friends and colleagues for over 15 years. Throughout their years treating eating disorders, they’ve consistently seen that building truthful connections with your own courage, your own beauty, and your own people lets you: Make peace with yourself Tap into your true unique strengths Find lasting recovery from eating disorders About Brooke Wesley Brooke’s desire to help individuals struggling with and recovering from eating disorders began shortly after she recovered from her own eating disorder. Today, she runs her own private counseling practice for adolescents, adult women, and families. She has been in the field of social work for over 20 years, having started as a technician on the Eating Disorder Unit at Baptist Lutheran Hospital. From there, she moved to the Women and Children’s Unit at Northstar, working in substance abuse recovery. After earning her Mas

About Alana Muller Founder and CEO of Coffee Lunch Coffee, Alana Muller is a Networking speaker, workshop facilitator, business relationship coach in Kansas City. She is also author of the book, Coffee Lunch Coffee: A Practical Field Guide for Master Networking. She travels the world to share her expertise in the areas of Networking, Coaching, Strategic Planning and Business Consulting. About Johnny Waller Johnny Waller is the owner of JLW Group LLC and S.C.O.P.E. He earned both of his Masters and Bachelor degrees from Rockhurst University and his associate’s degree from Johnson County Community College. He is a former business owner, non-profit business executive and mentor to a great number of adults and youth in the Greater Kansas City area. He continues to have the pleasure and honor to speak on behalf of the population that he represents and looks forward to continuing these efforts through meaningful dialogue and mutual understanding among my fellow community stakeholders. Join Dr. Michelle, Johnny, a

A graduate of Stanford University, Victoria Labalme is a critically acclaimed director and producer, and also the author of the Wall Street Journal bestselling book, Risk Forward. Her proprietary Throughline, Rock The Room® and Risk Forward® systems have transformed hundreds of thousands of people around the globe, helping elite individuals create their life’s best work. With over 20 years in the Performing Arts – from Broadway to comedy clubs, landmark films to high-profile television – Victoria helps people awaken their hidden genius and perform at their highest levels. Using breathtaking stage skills, gripping stories, and comedic highlights, Victoria takes audiences through a profound experience they’ll never forget. Along the way, she shows people how to distinguish their brand, gain competitive advantage, and achieve sustainable growth through a surprising blend of art and business. Victoria’s proprietary systems and strategies have been embraced by Fortune 100 companies; C-suite executives at Starbucks

  Steve Litwer was raised by a single mother with a severe mental illness. The effect of this upbringing was something that thwarted his social interactions and relationships throughout his life. These were often contaminated by a legacy of fear, agitation, confusion, and feelings of inadequacy. As a young man, Steve wanted to be a musician. Largely self-taught on the guitar, he lacked the talent to play professionally so he chose another career path until he retired, working in TV and radio stations in Kansas City, Memphis, and Charlotte. In his retirement, as a volunteer, Steve began playing guitar for hospice patients. As their bedside musician, his private performances and companionship to those nearing the end of their lives began to unlock long-buried memories of his own past. The result? Surprising lessons and new insights about the events of his life and finding the path to forgiveness for himself and his mother. Incorporating moving and sometimes funny true stories of people in hospice, this book exp

  Christopher Ehly, MD, is passionate about staying healthy and well. He considers all factors related to a patient's well-being - everything from nutrition and lifestyle habits to mental and spiritual health - and works with the patient to achieve or maintain optimal wellness. He loves to inspire people, young and old, to find joy in taking care of themselves. As a Board-certified family medicine physician, he cares for a wide range of medical conditions and offers encouraging suggestions that promote overall wellness. He considers it a true gift to watch his patients improve their health. Dr. Ehly earned his medical degree from the University of Kansas School of Medicine, and he completed his family medicine residency at the University of Kansas Medical Center. He has earned a number of professional honors throughout his career, including being named a 2021 Top Doctor by Kansas City magazine. As he fills his life with family, spirituality and a variety of activities — basketball, biking, football, golf, ga

Ashley Stahl is counter-terrorism professional turned career coach and author of the bookYou Turn: Get Unstuck, Discover Your Direction, Design Your Dream Career, and she's on a mission to help you step into a career you’re excited about and aligned with. Through her two viral TEDx speeches, her online courses, her email list of 500,000 and her show, You Turn, she's been able to support clients in 31 countries in discovering their best career path, upgrading their confidence and landing more job offers. She maintains a monthly career column in Forbes, and her work has been also featured in outlets such as the Wall Street Journal, CBS, SELF, Washington Post, Chicago Tribune and more. For her FREE quiz to get clarity on your best career path options, visit AshleyStahl.com Join Dr. Michelle and Ashley as they talk about: How she came up with the podcast, You Turn, to help people redirect their lives and come home to themselves. Her 11-step road map and how it will help you determine which career is best for y

Join Dr. Michelle and Gigi as they talk about: How Dr. Michelle Robin introduced her friend, Gigi, to acupuncture when she was diagnosed with cancer. Why acupuncture isn’t just for pain but is beneficial to do on a regular basis. Her educational background in acupuncture and her decision to go to school for it at the age of 59. The transition she went through from working in corporate America to helping people heal. Her work teaching meditation and why she especially enjoys working with veterans. How natural medicine has helped her daughter with her MS and be off of medication for it for years. Why it’s not easy to make your passion your priority but it is possible and you will receive so much from it. How you will come into alignment when you find your purpose and what makes you happy in life. Signs your body will give you when you are aligned with your calling. Her son’s similar interest in natural medicine and acupuncture. The importance of having a supportive wellness tribe and keeping them close to you.

Liz Lewis is the Senior Vice President for Commercial Banking at CommunityAmerica Credit Union where she leads a passionate team dedicated to entrepreneurs and business owners on their path to thrive. Join Dr. Michelle and Liz as they talk about: How finances and her parents’ relationship with money impact her growing up. What you can do to focus on your financial health. Her interest in human behavior and why we make certain choices when it comes to money. Why our financial wellbeing can impact our overall stress levels. How Community America has helped their clients through the COVID-19 pandemic. What steps you can take to plan your goals from education to a mortgage to retirement. How Community America’s team is able to put together a plan to help you with your personal or business financial goals. Why you shouldn’t be afraid of looking closely at your financial health no matter where you are at right now. The benefits of putting together a security savings plan and why it doesn’t have to be a large amoun

Adriana Kyser is a Wellness Expert, Author, and Motivational Speaker. She is the founder and creator of Inner Beauty Wellness & Enlightened Alchemy ™. Adri has spent the past 15 years helping highly-driven women stop feeling stressed and overwhelmed and start living a happier, healthier and more fulfilling life. Using her Enlightened Alchemy™ method, she has helped thousands of women worldwide achieve everything from reduced pain and stress to increased confidence and productivity. Rather than drawing from only one modality, her extensive list of certifications (including NLP, coaching, and yoga) allow her to create a customized wellness experience for clients. As a brand ambassador, she has worked with Athleta and Larabar. When she’s not busy hosting retreats around the globe in exotic locations like Bali, Greece, and Peru, she’s being featured on iHeart Radio, Amazon Prime’s “The Focus”, Thrive Global, and Authority Magazine. She’s the co-author of the best seller book “Overcoming Adversity in Entrepre

As a Professor & Keynote Speaker, Jill Tupper draws upon her adventures in marathons, triathlons, rock-climbing, out-rigging, traveling the world and climbing Kilimanjaro to inspire others to take on this triathlon of life with goals, guts and grit. Her global experiences in working with Mother Teresa’s Missionaries of Charity in Calcutta, Ethiopia and beyond, backed by breakthroughs in neuroscience, proves the revolutionary power of purpose in work & in life. A Master’s in Leadership, B.S. in Occupational Therapy and a Professor at The Rady Executive Business School, UCSD with Certifications in Meditation, Executive Coaching & Corporate Negotiation, Jill is uniquely qualified to harness the power of the mind + body connection to catapult leadership in business to unprecedented heights. This cutting edge conundrum of Body + Mind + Business in Jill’s Corporate Triathlete Leadership Training is unparalleled in it’s dynamic & undeniable connection between optimal wellbeing & outstanding lead

Jasmin Williams is the Founder of Creatively Resilient and also a Senior Project Manager, US Social Impact at Sesame Workshop where she utilizes the iconic power of the Muppets to help children and families overcome adversity by equipping providers across the country with free tools and resources via the Sesame Street in CommunitiesModel. Join Dr. Michelle and Jasmin as they talk about: Her connection to Kansas City and her passion for helping communities heal from trauma and thrive. The mission of Sesame Street in Communities and how they’re making a difference for parents and caregivers. How COVID-19 impacted their organization and the overwhelming support they have received to help families during this difficult time. What inspired her to launch Creatively Resilient and what difference she wants to make in the world with it. Why everyone in some way, shape, or form, has been traumatized by the pandemic and how she wants to help you heal. Examples of how she practices resiliency herself. All about the 14-D

Jeff’s Story Self-taught as an artist, Jeff Hanson first began painting watercolor notecards while undergoing chemotherapy at age 12. What was initially a pastime and distraction from his treatments, Jeff’s painting soon evolved into a curbside business, Jeff’s Bistro. Proceeds benefited the Children’s Tumor Foundation to fund optic tumor research. Jeff’s original notecards gradually transitioned to acrylics-on-canvas, both for sale and gifts to charity live auctions across the nation. At age 15, the “accidental artist” in a business built on a philanthropy-first model, became Jeffrey Owen Hanson LLC. About Hal and Julie Hanson Hal Hanson, MD, is a practicing emergency physician and motivational speaker from Kansas City. Raised in Iowa, Dr. Hanson attended the University of Iowa and completed a Family Medicine residency in Michigan. Dr. Hanson now resides in Overland Park, Kansas, with his wife Julie. Hanson's hobbies include writing, photography, and travel. Lessons From CLOD is Dr. Hanson's only published

Liz Murray’s story is sure to move your heart about overcoming adversity in life. Formerly homeless, Liz transformed her life of despair into an inspiring journey of determination, hope, and hard-won success. The subject of Lifetime Television’s Emmy-nominated original film, Homeless to Harvard, Murray graduated from Harvard in 2009, and went on to receive her Masters in the Psychology of Education at Columbia University. Today, as co-founder and Executive Director of The Arthur Project, Murray is a passionate advocate for under-served youth, working to end generational poverty through relationship-based learning. Learn how you can help people heal from addiction in our Kansas City community with the organization In the Name of GRACE. Join Dr. Michelle and Liz in Part 2 as they talk about: How the impact of her childhood has affected her view on society. Breaking down how each of us carries the story of the society that we come from. How we can be less dismissive not only of other people’s struggles but our

Liz Murray’s story is sure to move your heart about overcoming adversity in life. Formerly homeless, Liz transformed her life of despair into an inspiring journey of determination, hope, and hard-won success. The subject of Lifetime Television’s Emmy-nominated original film, Homeless to Harvard, Murray graduated from Harvard in 2009, and went on to receive her Masters in the Psychology of Education at Columbia University. Today, as co-founder and Executive Director of The Arthur Project, Murray is a passionate advocate for under-served youth, working to end generational poverty through relationship-based learning. Learn how you can help people heal from addiction in our Kansas City community with the organization In the Name of GRACE. Join Dr. Michelle and Liz as they talk about: The mentors, teacher, and non-profit that supported her and helped her see that there was another way to live. Her backstory growing up in the Bronx with drug addicted parents. Why addiction can be a family illness that impacts the

About Kiona Sinks Kiona Sinks by trade is a social and civic innovator setting the standard for how young leaders should model in action community engagement, bringing forward generations of all sectors of professions to change the perspective on what community activism should model in our modern day world. Kiona takes pride in giving back, Kiona is a community minded connector with 10 years of consistent volunteerism and community engagement. She is both mission -driven and passionate about diversity and inclusion and promoting social, and civic engagement. About Lisa Ginter Lisa Ginter is a celebrated leader in Kansas City as both the CEO of CommunityAmerica Credit Union and an influential figure in the business, civic and philanthropic community. Lisa has served in a leadership role at CommunityAmerica since she joined the organization in 1995. Since becoming CEO in 2015, Lisa grew the Credit Union from $1.5 billion to nearly $4 billion in assets in just five years. With a mission to help members achieve

About Dr. Jeff Mincher Jeff Mincher, MD, is a board-certified family medicine physician at AdventHealth Medical Group Primary Care at Shawnee Mission. With experience in family medicine, obstetrics and integrative medicine, Dr. Mincher provides care for patients with a wide range of health needs, from chronic disease management to women’s care to routine preventive or acute care. A native of Kansas City, Mo., Dr. Mincher earned dual bachelor’s degrees at the University of Kansas before undertaking a two-year assignment with Jesuit Volunteer Corps at a health clinic in Wisconsin. Fueled by a newfound respect for the value of preventive health care, he returned to KU to attend the School of Medicine. After earning his medical degree, he went on to complete his family medicine residency, including service as chief resident, at Research Medical Center in Kansas City and a fellowship in primary care leadership at the University of Illinois at Chicago. Dr. Mincher joined AdventHealth Medical Group in 2020 after w

Barbara Pahud, a native from Mexico City, completed her pediatric residency training at the Infants and Children’s Hospital of Brooklyn (Maimonides Medical Center). In 2006 she worked as a postdoctoral fellow at Stanford-Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital (LPCH) Vaccine Program and in 2007 started subspecialty training in Pediatric Infectious Diseases at the University of California, San Francisco. In 2008 she was selected for the Vaccine Safety Fellowship Program offered in coordination with the Clinical Immunization Safety Assessment (CISA) Network sponsored by the Immunization Safety Office (ISO) at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). As a vaccine safety fellow during the H1N1 pandemic, she was actively involved in surveillance studies to monitor the safety of H1N1 vaccines. She joined the Division of Infectious Diseases at Children’s Mercy Hospital in 2011. She is currently Associate Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine and The University o

Janalea Hoffman, Music Therapist and founder of Rhythmic Medicine, was one of the first people to write music for specific medical uses, referred by health care professionals as prescriptive music. A primary aspect of Hoffman's work lies in how music affects our bodies physiologically.  She has developed specific techniques for using music to help lower heart rate and blood pressure also helping to alleviate pain.   She has been a pioneer in the uses of music and guided imagery to help clients get deeper insights into themselves and their issues.   Hoffman authored the book, Rhythmic Medicine, Music with a Purpose and has published fourteen CD’s specifically for therapeutic purposes.  One aspect of her work includes the therapeutic uses of the Native American Flute, a beautiful, soulful, and Meditative instrument. Hoffman received her master’s degree from the University of Kansas in Music Therapy and is the recipient of the Madonna Spirit Award given by Madonna Rehabilitation Hospital in Lincoln and Omaha, NE