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Welcome to "It's Messy, But It's So Good," the podcast that explores the captivating journeys of individuals following their passions and expanding through life's challenges.

Bio:

Charlotte Jukes is a former nurse who turned holistic coach and podcaster who spent 37 years in healthcare before a life-altering workplace incident led her to a new path. Now the podcast host of Pickleball and Partnership, Charlotte shares how the game of pickleball transformed her marriage and inspired deeper insights into communication, connection, and personal growth. Through her “Connection Coaching” program, she supports midlife women seeking more fulfillment, clarity, and meaningful relationships.

Podcast Highlights:

• From Nurse to Coach – After nearly four decades in nursing and a pivotal workplace incident, Charlotte left the medical field to embrace a more holistic, heart-centered approach to helping others.
• Pickleball as a Portal – What started as a post-renovation hobby with her husband became a profound journey of self-discovery, fun, and improved communication.
• Podcast with a Purpose – Pickleball and Partnership explores how relationships evolve through the lens of sport, weaving personal stories with universal lessons.
• Supporting Midlife Women – Through her Connection Coaching program, Charlotte empowers women in their 40s and 50s to reconnect with themselves and create more fulfilling relationships.

Contact:

IG: @_charlottejukes
FB: conejukes
Podcast: Pickleball & Partnership Podcast
Website: Synergie Health

About Your Host

Fran Medina HWNC-BC is a Board-Certified Holistic Nurse and Life Coach with over 40 years of nursing experience in the art and science of Health and Healing. Fran is a certified facilitator of the Creative Clarity Catalyst Programs based on the Stanford University Creativity in Business MA course. Fran is a co-founder of the Conscious Connection, a creative arts, wellness and healing network in Hudson Valley, NY. Fran holds certifications in many healing and holistic modalities.

Contact

Website: www.franmedinacoaching.com
Email: fran@franmedinacoaching.com
Instagram: @franmedinacoaching
Facebook: Francine Medina

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Welcome to "It's Messy, But It's So Good," the podcast that explores the captivating journeys of individuals following their passions and expanding through life's challenges.

Bio:

Miranda Writes is a Hip Hop and Pop artist from New York known for her high energy stage shows, and versatile music that blends elements from Hip Hop, Dance, and Pop. She submerged herself in all the cultural elements of Hip Hop earning her respect from the music industry tastemakers and insiders. On the Snow Miranda is not only the first female Hip Hop artist to cross over into the snowboard market she is also the first biracial female to-do so. She has been featured in both Whitelines (aka The Snowboarder's Bible) and Forbes Magazine for her efforts in doing so and has been an advocate for promoting diversity within the extreme sports industry.

Podcast Highlights:

• Overcoming Fear & Embracing the Unknown – Miranda shares how she transformed initial shyness into confidence, using her role as an MC for the Harlem Globetrotters to grow. Her philosophy? The fear of not trying should always be greater than the fear of failure.
  
  
• Breaking Barriers in Hip-Hop & Snowboarding – Miranda Writes is not just a hip-hop/pop artist—she is also the first biracial female artist to blend rap with snowboarding culture. From collaborating with brands like Burton and Red Bull to riding alongside top pros, she is carving her own lane.
• The Power of Pivoting – Whether it is a festival power outage or an unexpected career shift, Miranda believes challenges are redirections toward better opportunities. She emphasizes trusting the process, staying present, and finding creative solutions.
  
  
• Family, Passion & Positive Influence – Unlike many artists who face skepticism, Miranda credits her family’s unwavering support for helping her stay focused. She highlights the importance of surrounding yourself with people who uplift and encourage your dreams.
  
  
• Exciting New Music & What’s Next – Miranda is currently promoting her single VIP Remix with Latin artist Angie K, continuing to promote Pose, and preparing for summer releases. She will be back in New York for interviews and appearances—follow her journey on social media!

Contact:

IG: @miranda_writes
FB: MirandaWritesLPD
Tik Tok: @misswrites
Website: www.mswrites.com
YouTube: VIP Remix

About Your Host

Fran Medina HWNC-BC is a Board-Certified Holistic Nurse and Life Coach with over 40 years of nursing experience in the art and science of Health and Healing. Fran is a certified facilitator of the Creative Clarity Catalyst Programs based on the Stanford University Creativity in Business MA course. Fran is a co-founder of the Conscious Connection, a creative arts, wellness and healing network in Hudson Valley, NY. Fran holds certifications in many healing and holistic modalities.

Contact

Website: www.franmedinacoaching.com
Email: fran@franmedinacoaching.com
Instagram: @franmedinacoaching
Facebook: Francine Medina

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Welcome to "It's Messy, But It's So Good," the podcast that explores the captivating journeys of individuals following their passions and expanding through life's challenges.

Bio:

Karaleigh Garrison is a dynamic motivational speaker, a classically trained vocalist, and the host of the internationally renowned podcast “Be the Dream.” Her message about using your voice to be seen and heard centers around self-worth, authenticity, and getting paid for your passion. She has three children and teaches in the theatre department at Brigham Young University.

Podcast Highlights:

1. From Opera to Authentic Expression: Karaleigh started as a songwriter but shifted to opera after online criticism. After 20 years of training, she realized opera was not her true passion and returned to songwriting and producing. Now, she combines music, speaking, and creativity in her work as a coach and podcaster.
2. Embracing Imperfection in Podcasting: As the host of Be the Dream, Karaleigh initially over-edited her podcast, leading to burnout. She now takes a more relaxed approach, embracing authenticity and minimal editing to create a more natural show.
3. Overcoming Stage Fright & Finding Confidence: Karaleigh teaches workshops on stage fright, emphasizing authenticity and self-acceptance. She shares how daily meditation and singing help manage nerves, encouraging others to show up fully despite imperfections.
4. Helping Others Turn Passion into Profit: Through her Paid for Your Passion program, free Jumpstart Journal, and coaching calls, Karaleigh helps others build confidence and pursue creative careers. She focuses on public speaking, overcoming self-doubt, and turning passion into income.

Contact:

Karaleigh helps entrepreneurs finally own their worth and step into the life they have always dreamed of in my signature program Paid for Your Passion.

Subscribe to Karaleigh’s email and receive a free Jumpstart Journal that will help get you motivated when you are feeling stuck.

Link: http://subscribepage.io/YCauoK
FB: Karaleigh Garrison
IG: @karaleigh.garrison
Website: www.karaleighgarrison.com

About Your Host

Fran Medina HWNC-BC is a Board-Certified Holistic Nurse and Life Coach with over 40 years of nursing experience in the art and science of Health and Healing. Fran is a certified facilitator of the Creative Clarity Catalyst Programs based on the Stanford University Creativity in Business MA course. Fran is a co-founder of the Conscious Connection, a creative arts, wellness and healing network in Hudson Valley, NY. Fran holds certifications in many healing and holistic modalities.

Contact

Website: www.franmedinacoaching.com
Email: fran@franmedinacoaching.com
Instagram: @franmedinacoaching
Facebook: Francine Medina

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Welcome to "It's Messy, But It's So Good," the podcast that explores the captivating journeys of individuals following their passions and expanding through life's challenges.

Bio:

Susan, a nurse for 27 years and Zumba instructor for 10, owns FUNNDANCE LLC, also offering Zumba for the developmentally disabled. Married for 29 years, she and her husband adopted their son from Russia, a journey she shares in Safely Home, an award-winning book inspiring others facing infertility and adoption challenges.

Podcast Highlights:

• A Journey of Faith and Perseverance: Susan shares the emotional highs and lows of her path to motherhood, from heartbreaking miscarriages to the complexities of international adoption. She reflects on how faith and the support of loved ones kept her going.
• Navigating the Russian Adoption Process: Susan recounts the challenges she and her husband faced while adopting from Russia, including unexpected legal hurdles and political obstacles that prolonged their journey.
• A Surprise Blessing: Pregnancy During Adoption: In a remarkable twist, Susan discovered she was pregnant while finalizing her son Christopher’s adoption in Russia. She tells the incredible story of bringing one child home while preparing to welcome another.
• Lessons from Infertility and Adoption: Susan discusses the profound lessons she learned from her experience, including deeper empathy for others struggling with infertility and the importance of leaning on faith and community.
• Safely Home: Inspiring Others Through Her Story: Susan talks about her book Safely Home, which chronicles her adoption journey and aims to offer hope and encouragement to those facing similar struggles.

Contact:

Website for the Book Safely Home
Available on Amazon and Kindle

Email: susanwilburauthor@gmail.com

Safely Home on Facebook

FUNNDANCE LLC, offering Zumba for the developmentally disabled groups and all Zumba classes:

Email for Zumba: funndance0@gmail.com

The Zumba Facebook Group

The Orange County Parent Support Group – AFFCNY Website

About Your Host

Fran Medina HWNC-BC is a Board-Certified Holistic Nurse and Life Coach with over 40 years of nursing experience in the art and science of Health and Healing. Fran is a certified facilitator of the Creative Clarity Catalyst Programs based on the Stanford University Creativity in Business MA course. Fran is a co-founder of the Conscious Connection, a creative arts, wellness and healing network in Hudson Valley, NY. Fran holds certifications in many healing and holistic modalities.

Contact

Website: www.franmedinacoaching.com
Email: fran@franmedinacoaching.com
Instagram: @franmedinacoaching
Facebook: Francine Medina

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Fran Medina RN, Empowerment Coach

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Welcome to "It's Messy, But It's So Good," the podcast that explores the captivating journeys of individuals following their passions and expanding through life's challenges.

Bio:

Zhenya Goma, intuitive, psychic /spirit medium and former Russian professor turned writer and coach. Zhenya uses her gifts to coach and support clients to write and prepare for publication. Born in Joliet, IL, then attended U of Illinois, where she studied French, Russian, and Political science. Zhenya has always been fascinated with philosophy and religion. Zhenya received a MA in Comparative Literature is from Penn State and completed her dissertation on women in French and Russian literature at U of Kansas in 2006.

Podcast Highlights:

1. Intuitive Editing: Zhenya blends intuition with academic editing to help writers’ express ideas authentically and confidently.

2. Spiritual Guidance in Writing: Zhenya works with angels and spirits to provide clarity, structure, and depth to writers.

3. Overcoming Writing Challenges: Zhenya helps writers organize thoughts, build confidence, and simplify the writing process.

4. Current Projects: Zhenya is authoring a book on narcissism and end-of-life issues and plans to create support groups.

5. Advice for Writers: Focus on your audience, seek mentors, and do not let self-doubt or lack of formal training hold you back. There is a book in everyone!

Contacts:
Zhenya provides free consultations for authors wanting to transform their writing.

Social Media:

Website: https://empowerugroup.com/
Facebook: Empower U Group FB
Instagram: empowerugroup
Phone: 914-207-9010

About Your Host

Fran Medina HWNC-BC is a Board-Certified Holistic Nurse and Life Coach with over 40 years of nursing experience in the art and science of Health and Healing. Fran is a certified facilitator of the Creative Clarity Catalyst Programs based on the Stanford University Creativity in Business MA course. Fran is a co-founder of the Conscious Connection, a creative arts, wellness and healing network in Hudson Valley, NY. Fran holds certifications in many healing and holistic modalities.

Contact

Website: www.franmedinacoaching.com
Email: fran@franmedinacoaching.com
Instagram: @franmedinacoaching
Facebook: Francine Medina

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Welcome to "It's Messy, But It's So Good," the podcast that explores the captivating journeys of individuals following their passions and expanding through life's challenges.

Bio:

Ben Franklin (yes, that’s his real name) has dedicated over 30 years to a diverse career in show business, working as an actor, singer, dancer, writer, acrobat, ringmaster, and award-winning burlesque artist. Originally from King George, Virginia, he began performing on a hay bale and has since appeared on stages worldwide in musical theatre, opera, circus, and burlesque. His work includes National Tours, Lincoln Center, Off-Broadway, regional theatre, and world cruises before co-founding 2 Ring Circus with his husband, Joshua Dean. Together, they have created original circus productions that have toured internationally and reimagined shows like Disney’s The Little Mermaid and Seussical.

As part of the award-winning duo 2toFly, Ben has headlined burlesque festivals globally and produced acclaimed variety and circus shows in NYC for over 15 years. Ben manages Aerial Arts NYC, Manhattan’s premier aerial circus studio, while continuing to perform and create with 2 Ring Circus and 2toFly Productions.

Podcast Highlights:
1. Saying “Yes” to Opportunity
Ben shares how embracing opportunities and having supportive mentors shaped his diverse career in musical theater, circus arts, and burlesque.

2. Merging Circus and Theater
Ben discusses co-founding Two Ring Circus, where he blends circus arts with theater to create innovative productions like The Little Mermaid and Seussical.

3. Lessons in Authenticity
Ben reflects on the importance of staying true to yourself, learning from rejection, and maintaining gratitude in the entertainment industry.

4. From Small-Town Roots to Global Stages
He recounts his journey from performing in rural Virginia to gracing international stages, fueled by family support and mentors on his path.

5. Teaching and Creating
Ben talks about running Aerial Arts NYC, writing an original circus play, and inspiring others through his performances and teaching.

Contacts:
Personal: www.iambenfranklin.com
2 Ring Circus: www.2ringcircus.com
2ToFly: www.2toflyburlesque.com
Aerial Arts NYC: www.aerialartsnyc.com

Social Media Handles:
Personal: @iambenfranklin
2 Ring Circus: @2ringcircus
2toFly: @2toflyburlesque
Aerial Arts NYC: @aerialartsnyc

Business Names:
2 Ring Circus
Aerial Arts NYC

About Your Host

Fran Medina HWNC-BC is a Board-Certified Holistic Nurse and Life Coach with over 40 years of nursing experience in the art and science of Health and Healing. Fran is a certified facilitator of the Creative Clarity Catalyst Programs based on the Stanford University Creativity in Business MA course. Fran is a co-founder of the Conscious Connection, a creative arts, wellness and healing network in Hudson Valley, NY. Fran holds certifications in many healing and holistic modalities.

Contact

• • Website: www.franmedinacoaching.com
  • Email: fran@franmedinacoaching.com
  • Instagram: @franmedinacoaching
  • Facebook: Francine Medina

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Welcome to "It's Messy, But It's So Good," the podcast that explores the captivating journeys of individuals following their passions and expanding through life's challenges.

Bio:

Kathy Nichols Cossu R.N. was a film and entertainment industry Nurse for over 25 years. Supporting medical needs ranging from medical equipment to medical services for film, television, and commercials. President of Kathy's Medical Production, Co Inc. Working on T.V. shoots, Commercials and Feature Films as a set medic, Author, and Entrepreneur.

A member of IATSE-International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees since 1998. Kathy retired 7 years ago and now focuses her creative passion on her company K & D Unique Entertainment booking acts for venues primarily in the state of Florida.

Podcast Highlights

Kathy's Film Industry Journey:

• From soap operas to leading films, TV series, and commercials, Kathy’s career in the entertainment industry is vast and impressive.

The Role of the Film Industry Nurses and Medics:

• Nurses and medics play a vital role on set, serving as technical consultants, reading scripts, and guiding actors to ensure authenticity and accuracy in medical scenes.

Passion Meets Success:

• Kathy’s deep passion for caring for the crew and talent has been a cornerstone of her career and a driving force behind her success.

Innovating Cinema Healthcare:

• Kathy created a specialized course and book to train nurses in working on film sets and providing preventative health support for cast and crew.

Medical Props for Entertainment:

• Kathy also ran a medical prop company, supplying authentic equipment for print media, film, and television productions.

Advocating for Medics in the Union:

• Kathy played a pivotal role in helping medics join the IATSE union, securing them better benefits, protections, and higher pay.

Memorable Experiences on Set:

• Kathy shares some of her most challenging moments and favorite projects, offering listeners a behind-the-scenes look at her fascinating career.

A New Venture:

• Kathy has recently established K&D Unique Entertainment Company in Central Florida, continuing her innovative work in the industry.

These highlights reflect Kathy’s incredible contributions and her ability to merge healthcare, advocacy, and creativity in the film industry.

Contact

Email: setnurse@yahoo.com

K & D Unique Entertainment:

Website: https://kdunique.com

Phone: 917-669-6729

About Your Host

Fran Medina HWNC-BC is a Board-Certified Holistic Nurse and Life Coach with over 40 years of nursing experience in the art and science of Health and Healing. Fran is a certified facilitator of the Creative Clarity Catalyst Programs based on the Stanford University Creativity in Business MA course. Fran is a co-founder of the Conscious Connection, a creative arts, wellness and healing network in Hudson Valley, NY. Fran holds certifications in many healing and holistic modalities.

Contact

• • Website: www.franmedinacoaching.com
  • Email: fran@franmedinacoaching.com
  • Instagram: @franmedinacoaching
  • Facebook: Francine Medina

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Fran Medina RN, Empowerment Coach