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Healthy Eating/Healthy Living/DeCluttering

Cynthia Brian

Feb 25, 2020
3 min

Healthy Eating/Healthy Living/DeCluttering

“A wise man should consider that health is the greatest of human blessings.” Hippocrates Brigitte Jia recounts her teenage angst with body image and eating as she found a way to be healthy. She interviews author of The Clutter Remedy, Marla Stone, and asks her about ways we can organize our life to be happier, healthier, and clutter-free. There are many valid approaches to getting rid of stuff and creating neat and tidy spaces. But like many diets, most of these approaches fa

Cynthia Brian

Feb 16, 2020
3 min

Angels Amongst Us

While some people think of angels as being sweet, loving, heavenly beings who sit around singing and playing the harp, author of The Angel Experiment, Corin Grillo (http://www.CorinGrillo.com) assures listeners that angels are powerful allies who are always available to help them manifest the health, wealth, and life of their dreams. Hosts Katelyn Darrow and Siri Phaneendra talk to Corin about how to communicate with angels, and how to have angels help with our everyday lives

Cynthia Brian

Feb 10, 2020
3 min

Meditation Mindfulness

“Be happy in the moment, that’s enough. Each moment is all we need, not more.” -Mother Theresa Mindfulness is the ability to be fully present in the moment. Host Katelyn Darrow shares how to get clarity and peace of mind to ride oneself of anxiety, stress, and to help with connecting with others. An in-depth interview with Tom Voss and his sister, Rebecca Nguyen, authors of the book, Where War Ends, provides insight into moral injury and how mindfulness and meditation can all

Cynthia Brian

Feb 4, 2020
3 min

Productivity and Hindsight

Hosts Katelyn Darrow and Kenneth Jeon discuss productivity and hindsight and how to get a clear vision in 2020. Katelyn shares her top tips to increase productivity which include starting with the most challenging tasks firsts, making lists, unplug, and taking breaks. The hosts interview author of Letters to Freedom, Dr. Patti Ashley who ascertains the best way to know what we want is to use a little hindsight to determine what it is that we don’t want. Patti talks about her

Cynthia Brian

Jan 27, 2020
3 min

Overwhelm Overcome

“Life has many ways of testing a person’s will, either by having nothing happen at all or by having everything happen all at once.” ― Paulo Coelho Teens have more distractions and responsibilities than ever before. Overwhelm has become a word that is foremost in every teen’s vocabulary. Katelyn Darrow hosts a critical program that will help all listeners to overcome feelings of overwhelm. Reporter Brigitte Jia launches this episode with personal stories and common obstacles o

Cynthia Brian

Jan 19, 2020
3 min

SUCCESS with Olympian Kim Vandenburg

“Success is stumbling from failure to failure with no loss of enthusiasm.” ― Winston S. Churchill Hosts Kenneth Jeon and Brigitte Jia interview Olympic Bronze Medalist, Kim Vandenburg focusing on the theme of success. Kim says that one has to fail to succeed and explains what she learned from her failures. Having fun is critical to success and she makes sure the students she teaches are happy, enjoying the process, and empowered. Giving 100% effort and learning from mistakes

The Angel Experiment, Mind Training, SAG Awards, Noise Pollution

Cynthia Brian

Jan 16, 2020
4 min

The Angel Experiment, Mind Training, SAG Awards, Noise Pollution

A mind-blowing miracle from the angels saved Corin Grillo’s life, cured her of lifelong depression, and awakened her spiritual gifts. As Corin and Cynthia converse about her book, The Angel Experiment, you’ll discover firsthand that miracles are real, there is no such thing as coincidence, and a mighty team of angels always has your back. It may be trendy to talk about mindfulness, but research reports that training our minds to be quiet and focused has major health and produ

Cynthia Brian

Jan 12, 2020
2 min

Affirmation

THE POWER OF AFFIRMATION Affirmation is a fundamental need of all humans. Brigitte Jia launches 2020 with an episode centered on affirmation. Affirmation is a doorway to the heart and the soul. Brigitte reads the chapter, the Gift of Affirmation, from Be the Star You Are! 99 Gifts for Living, Loving, Laughing, and Learning to Make a Difference. (https://www.CynthiaBrian.com/online-store) She then talks about when to affirm and when to offer emotional support in another form t

Cynthia Brian

Dec 22, 2019
3 min

Volunteering, Autism, Camel Crazy

“Volunteers are the only human beings on the face of the earth who reflect this nation’s compassion, unselfish caring, patience, and just plain loving one another.” Erma Bombeck Those who do not volunteer believe that those who do are driven by warm-hearted intentions and pure purposes. However, people volunteer for hundreds of different reasons. Host Brigitte Jia reads The Gift of Volunteering by Katie Choo from the book Be the Star You Are! Millennials to Boomers Celebratin

Cynthia Brian

Dec 15, 2019
3 min

Zaya's Music and Play

Play and Music “We don’t stop playing because we grow old; we grow old because we stop playing.” George Bernard Shaw Being earnest and being playful are not antonyms. To be successful, we need both traits. Host Kenneth Jeon interviews a former Express Yourself! Reporter, Isaiah Rankin, who is now the hip-hop musician known as Zaya. Zaya blends new school modern rap with his own San Francisco Bay Area local taste, delivering a sound that aims to immerse the audience through hi

Cynthia Brian

Dec 8, 2019
3 min

Nature and Holidays with Your Pet

For most of us, the holidays are a time to eat, drink and be merry with good friends and family. Holistic veterinarian and author, Dr. Carol Osborne, DVM., joins host Kenneth Jeon to offer pet lovers tips to refresh your pet IQ and offers some helpful hints so the Yuletide traditions are as merry for you as they are for your pets. Dr. Carol wrote the book, Naturally Healthy Dogs and Naturally Healthy Cats. Dr. Carol has the information on everything from homemade treats to ma

Cynthia Brian

Dec 6, 2019
4 min

Camel Crazy, Skin Savvy, Aging in Place

When Christina Adams suspected that camel milk might help her son with autism, a faraway doc helped her smuggle some into the United States. Her son improved and she fell in love with camels. This interview promises a rollicking ode to “camel people” and the creatures they adore. Our skin is the largest organ in our body and probably the one we take the most for granted. Both men and women spend millions of dollars per year on beauty products that they don’t need. How can you

Cynthia Brian

Dec 3, 2019
4 min

Making Music with Youth Musicians

Brigitte Jia, musician and show host, brings an hour of music appreciation and learning to Express Yourself!™ From the book, Be the Star You Are! Millennials to Boomers Celebrating Gifts of Positive Voices in a Changing Digital World, Brigitte reads The Gift of Music by Jack Pawlakos followed by interviews with four guests. Kia Portekas is the music teacher who introduces her young students, Ethan Dohrmann, Easha Ashraf, and Helena Häber. Kia’s book, Making Music with Your Ch

Cynthia Brian

Nov 18, 2019
3 min

I am Me and Optimism

“One of the things I learned the hard way was that it doesn't pay to get discouraged. Keeping busy and making optimism a way of life can restore your faith in yourself.” Lucille Ball Kenneth Jeon and Brigitte Jia welcome the ebullient Dr. Tom Worthen, editor of the empowering book. I Am Me: Teen Artists and Writers Speak Out on Being Yourself . Award winning art is paired with poem, both created by teens, to help shake off negative influences and realize it is okay to be them

Possiblities, Safety First, Garden Fire Defenses

Cynthia Brian

Nov 15, 2019
3 min

Possiblities, Safety First, Garden Fire Defenses

Everything is possible. You were born to be the star you are and there are ways you can make your dreams a reality. Find out how to become the best you and shine with empowerment architect, Cynthia Brian. Natural disasters know no boundaries. One never knows if a fire, earthquake, flood, mudslide, or other calamity is on the horizon. It’s imperative to be prepared for all emergencies. Cynthia Brian provides ways to be prepared for all emergencies to keep you safe and sound. A

Cynthia Brian

Nov 11, 2019
4 min

Mentoring with Henna Hundal, Nicholas Donzelli, and Cynthia Brian

"Mentoring is a brain to pick, an ear to listen, and a push in the right direction." John Crosby Henna Hundal returns to Express Yourself!® to host this important episode focused on mentoring. She reads The Gift of Mentoring by BTSYA volunteer Karen Kitchel from the book, Be the Star You Are! Millennials to Boomers Celebrating Gifts of Positive Voices in a Changing Digital World. Henna interviews her personal mentor, Founder of Be the Star You Are!® and producer of Express Yo

Cynthia Brian

Nov 7, 2019
3 min

Earth Frequency & Longevity

“Let not the seasons, nor the sun nor the stars nor the moon, or planets make a timetable for your life.” Frank A. Carlyle Life expectancy has changed dramatically since the time of the Roman Empire when the average lifespan was twenty-two to twenty-five years. In 1900, the world average was 30. Fast-forward a hundred years where the average man is expected to live to 75 and woman to 80. Siri reads Cynthia Brian’s chapter from Be the Star You Are! Millennials to Boomers Celeb

Senior Planning, Trick or Treating with Pets, Vet Visits

Cynthia Brian

Nov 4, 2019
5 min

Senior Planning, Trick or Treating with Pets, Vet Visits

When we are young we don’t want to think about our golden years. But as we age, it is a necessity to consider how our long term care and life-style will be. We will discuss housing, health, and legal tools to help sail through our senior days with ease. This Halloween enjoy the festivities with your pets. Integrative Veterinarian Dr. Carol Osborne, DVM offers a few simple safety tips for pets and their owners to help ensure fun for all while trick or treating this season. Are

Cynthia Brian

Oct 29, 2019
3 min

Literacy and Music with Kyle CA.

“The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more you learn, the more places you’ll go.”Dr. Seuss An historic event transpired for this broadcast when our guest, Kyle C. A. came into the studio for this interview with host Siri Phaneendra. Siri began the show by reading The Gift of Literacy by Kimberly Morgan from the book Be the Star You Are! Millennials to Boomers Celebrating Gifts of Positive Voices in a Changing Digital World available at www.StarStyleStore

Human Trafficking and Suicide Prevention

Cynthia Brian

Oct 24, 2019
3 min

Human Trafficking and Suicide Prevention

Asya, Siri, and Brigitte co-host a somber show that provides preventive awareness and critical information about human trafficking and suicide. Asya provides listeners with an in depth look at the horrors of modern day slavery. Human trafficking is a global crime worth about $150 billion dollars per year that is happening in our own communities. Because human trafficking is not talked about as often as all the other atrocious events on the news, many people don’t understand w

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