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5 days ago
3 min

Home Fire Preparation, Daddy’s Day, Relationships with Adult Kids

In continuation of Cynthia Brian’s series on preparing for a wildfire, in this episode she’ll discuss preparing your home to reduce a fire and keep you safe from fire resistive construction, vegetation management, to emergency responder access. Did you know that the origin of Father’s Day occurred because of Mother’s Day? Fathers are critical to a child’s well-being. How do you honor your daddy? It’s Father’s Day on June 20 so it’s time to celebrate the wonderful fathers who

Fires-Retardant and Fire-Resistant Plantings

Cynthia Brian

6 days ago
4 min

Fires-Retardant and Fire-Resistant Plantings

By Cynthia Brian Normally the sound of weed-whackers disrupts the tranquility of living the soulful country life, but this year, I am grateful to hear their constant buzzing. With a summer of historical dryness in front of us bringing a looming fire danger, cutting the grasses on hillsides, paths, and in backyards is imperative. I’ve been working on my property since early February weeding, cutting, pruning, mulching, repairing, and planting in preparation for a hot, dangerou

Cynthia Brian

7 days ago
3 min

Science Fiction and Movies

https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/131732/science-fiction-and-movies Science Fiction and Movies Did you watch a ton of movies during this past year? Diya Hituvalli and her family spent free tine during the pandemic enjoy a variety of films. Her favorites are rom-com and horror, but in this episode of Express Yourself!™ she details her favorite movie recommendations across all genres. In the second segment, Diya interviews science fiction author of the Exodus starship advent

Planting for Fire Resistance, New Normal, Being an Executor

Cynthia Brian

Jun 10
3 min

Planting for Fire Resistance, New Normal, Being an Executor

https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/131597/planting-for-fire-resistance-new-normal-being-an-executor When planning a new garden or adding plants to an existing landscape, it is essential to be reminded that no plant is fire-proof. Everything can and will burn if the temperature is hot enough. Also, even if a plant tag indicates that it is fire-resistant, it must be properly maintained, pruned, irrigated, spaced, and positioned in the correct locations to thrive. Goddess Gard

Cynthia Brian

Jun 6
3 min

Life after Trauma

https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/131590/life-after-trauma-getting-through-it Diya Hituvali hosts a program that focuses on hardships that people experience throughout life. In her first segment, Diya dives into domestic violence…what it is and how to get help. She then interviews Dr. Alexandra Chauran to find out ways to be positive and move forward after experiencing devastation. Hardship dictated the topic for Chauran’s latest book, Getting Through It: Reclaim & Rebuild

Talking Covid: Kids and the Vaccine, Cybercrime, Remote Work, Sprucing up your Home

Cynthia Brian

Jun 3
3 min

Talking Covid: Kids and the Vaccine, Cybercrime, Remote Work, Sprucing up your Home

Although everyone has pandemic fatigue, being informed about Covid 19, the effects, and the latest news is critical. In this program, we will talk about what you need to know about kids getting the vaccine, how to protect yourself from Covid cybercrime, the after effects of having the disease on our brains and organs, and, for those who want to continue working from home, how to approach your employer with the question. The economy is opening up yet we still have to be cautio

Cynthia Brian

May 30
3 min

Happiness

https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/131482/happiness Nihal Gill and Diya Hituvalli cohost an hour of Indian happiness. They interview the dynamic new author Payal Doshi for her Middle Grade read, Rea and the Blood of the Nectar, the story of 12-year-old Rea Chettri from Darjeeling, India, who goes off on a secret and thrilling quest as she portals into the magical realm of Astranthia to find her missing twin brother Rohan. Payal’s first draft of her book showcased Caucasian

Cynthia Brian

May 29
5 min

Wildfire Protection through Landscaping

https://www.lamorindaweekly.com/archive/issue1507/Digging-Deep-with-Goddess-Gardener-Cynthia-Brian-Wildfire-protection-through-landscaping.html Digging Deep with Goddess Gardener, Cynthia Brian Wildfire Protection through Landscaping By Cynthia Brian “Fire is never a gentle master.” Proverb This past year most of our conversations have revolved around the pandemic, masking wearing, and questions about recovery and normalcy. With the impending drought, an urgent topic that is

Landscaping for Fire Prevention, National Parks, Outdoors Tranquility

Cynthia Brian

May 27
3 min

Landscaping for Fire Prevention, National Parks, Outdoors Tranquility

We can do our part to protect our property as best as possible through firescaping, a landscape design that reduces house and property vulnerability to wildfire. While enhancing the beauty of the property and creating a defensible space, we surround the house with plants that are less likely to ignite. Fires respect no boundaries and fires don’t honor property lines. With enough heat, almost everything burns. If you are looking to travel within the United States this year, lo

Cynthia Brian

May 27
2 min

Packing an Emergency “Go Bag”

Packing an Emergency “Go Bag” By Cynthia Brian If an emergency occurred while you were at home, work, or play, and you are forced to evacuate to another location, would you be prepared or panicked? This scenario could happen anywhere at any time. With preparation, you will be ready to go. A “Go Bag” is a bag filled with all the necessities you, your family, and your animals will need for one to three days. You will want to pack this emergency kit for every vehicle as well as

Cynthia Brian

May 22
3 min

Science and Fiction

Nihal Gill and Diya Hituvalli cohost a program about the intersection of science and fiction. They interview the delightful storyteller, physician, and author, Dr. Susan McCormick about her newest book, The Antidote. With her unique perspective as a doctor, mother and writer, McCormick combines her knowledge of medicine and her storytelling skills to craft a one-of-a-kind adventure about disease, darkness, and deception. She intersperses Easter eggs about scientific facts thr

Emergency Go-Bag, Essential Lessons for Kids, Frightening Foxtails

Cynthia Brian

May 20
3 min

Emergency Go-Bag, Essential Lessons for Kids, Frightening Foxtails

https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/131253/emergency-go-bag-essential-lessons-for-kids-frightening-foxtail 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 will tell you what to put in an emergency Go Bag for your home and vehicle. If you are a new parent, you may be reflecting on the lessons you learned as a kid. What are instru

Perseverance, Persistence, and Women’s Judo

Cynthia Brian

May 18
3 min

Perseverance, Persistence, and Women’s Judo

https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/131251/perseverance-persistence-and-womens-judo “Perseverance is the hard work you do after you get tired of doing the hard work you already did.” Are you inspired by entrepreneurs and changemakers in today’s world who come from humble beginnings and through hard work, persistence, and sacrifice reach their dreams? Host Diya Hituvalli admires individuals who persevere against all odds and shares stories of a few remarkable people. Our gues

Garden Party, Laughter Vaccine, Laminate or Not, Waste Not

Cynthia Brian

May 13
3 min

Garden Party, Laughter Vaccine, Laminate or Not, Waste Not

https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/131116/garden-party-laughter-vaccine-laminate-or-not-waste-not With the stay-at-home orders this past year and the isolation, most people are looking forward to getting together with their friends and families. If you’ve been vaccinated, the CDC indicates that small outdoor gatherings are relatively safe. Is your garden ready for a small party? Goddess Gardener, Cynthia Brian, offers a few flower fun hacks that will spruce up your space fo

Cynthia Brian

May 13
5 min

Garden Party Hacks

https://www.lamorindaweekly.com/archive/issue1506/Digging-Deep-with-Goddess-Gardener-Cynthia-Brian-Garden-party-hacks.html By Cynthia Brian “I was reared in the garden, you know.” Emily Dickenson If you are like most people who have been hibernating and following CDC social distancing protocols during the pandemic, you are probably itching for a gathering of friends and family. If you have been vaccinated (and, I hope you have), small outdoor get-togethers without masks are c

Cynthia Brian

May 8
4 min

• Oceans and Magic Connections

• • Since childhood host, Andrea Smith, was drawn to the ocean. It’s mystical presence, its infinite size, its deep blue waters dazzling underneath the sun enchanted her. Oceans inhabit 72% of our Earth. The sea provides over half of the world's oxygen and absorbs 50 times more carbon dioxide than our atmosphere. It is home to over 230,000 species and scientists predict that there are up to two million species that we haven’t discovered as 80% of the oceans remain unexplored.

Cynthia Brian

May 6
4 min

May flowers…without the showers

By Cynthia Brian "My garden is my most beautiful work of art" – Claude Monet We’ve all heard the adage, “April showers bring May flowers!” We have the flowers this year, but April precipitation did not materialize. 2021 is lining up to be the third driest year in the history of California. And that means that we must be more diligent than ever to prepare our properties for a season of increased wildfires. I have been weeding my property with every spare minute since February.

Bark, Neigh, Meow, May Flowers, Book Gardens

Cynthia Brian

May 6
4 min

Bark, Neigh, Meow, May Flowers, Book Gardens

Filled with amazing stories, step-by-step exercises, and thought-provoking discussions, Lynn McKenzie’s book, Bark, Neigh, Meow shows how animal companions help you transform your life and fulfill your purpose. You'll find greater passion, elevate your spirit, deepen your connection to the unseen realm, and much more. This heartwarming collection of Lynn's personal and client stories, reveals the power of animals to become your partners, teachers, guides, healers, and catalys

Cynthia Brian

May 2
3 min

Travel and Yoga NiTravel and Yoga Nidra

Hosts Maggie Campione and Diya Hituvalli travel the world, sharing where they’ve been and where they want to go as soon as pandemic restrictions are lifted. The hosts interview Julie Lusk about her book, Yoga Nidra Meditations which offers deeply restorative rest and relaxation that feautres fourteen of the best Yoga Nidra experts in the world. Providing amazing insights on yogic sleep and how to build your own practice, Yoga Nidra Meditations helps you foster spiritual devel

Healthy Weight, Quality Seed, Leaving our Comfort Zone

Cynthia Brian

Apr 28
3 min

Healthy Weight, Quality Seed, Leaving our Comfort Zone

https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/130852/healthy-weight-quality-seed-leaving-our-comfort-zone When you want to be healthy and maintain a weight that works for you, drinking green tea and even dark chocolate can help. Learn seven simple tricks that will keep you happy, healthy, trim, and slim. What is quality seed and how can you be sure you are buying seeds that will germinate? Reputable seed companies want life-long customers so they provide seeds for success. Are you rea

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Home Fire Preparation, Daddy’s Day, Relationships with Adult Kids

Fires-Retardant and Fire-Resistant Plantings

Science Fiction and Movies

Planting for Fire Resistance, New Normal, Being an Executor

Life after Trauma

Talking Covid: Kids and the Vaccine, Cybercrime, Remote Work, Sprucing up your Home

Happiness

Wildfire Protection through Landscaping

Landscaping for Fire Prevention, National Parks, Outdoors Tranquility

Packing an Emergency “Go Bag”

Science and Fiction

Emergency Go-Bag, Essential Lessons for Kids, Frightening Foxtails

Perseverance, Persistence, and Women’s Judo

Garden Party, Laughter Vaccine, Laminate or Not, Waste Not

Garden Party Hacks

• Oceans and Magic Connections

May flowers…without the showers

Bark, Neigh, Meow, May Flowers, Book Gardens

Travel and Yoga NiTravel and Yoga Nidra

Healthy Weight, Quality Seed, Leaving our Comfort Zone