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American Real TV is a self improvement talkshow with a mission to raise global consciousness in hopes to inspire, empower and enlighten our listeners through the stories of our guests. The show is hosted by Roger L. Brooks and broadcast through various online channels including YouTube, Facebook, iTunes and our website. A new episode is released each Sunday! Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/american-real/support
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Monday Jun 20, 2022
Monday Jun 20, 2022
A renowned and certified high performance coach, Julie Hruska helps people deal with the underlying issues that prevent them from becoming the best version of themselves. Julie started Powerful Leaders, a website that allows prospective entrepreneurs to improve their levels of performance through intensive individualized lessons.
Julie specializes in guiding people to create a life they love by developing high performance habits in the areas of career, relationships, health and finances. She also trains executive teams, helping them create high performance cultures that engage employees and energize organizations.
On this episode of American Real, Roger Brooks asks Julie why it is important to be posting on LinkedIn. “I think everyone has a voice that someone needs to hear,” Julie says. “I didn’t know when I started out that I was going to have the impact I had.” Tune in to this episode, and learn more!
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Julie’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-hruska-067414188/
Julie’s Website: https://powerfulleaders.com/
Monday Jun 20, 2022
Monday Jun 20, 2022
With multi-million dollar acquisitions and mergers under her belt, Stephynie Malik is a serial entrepreneur with global reach. Stephynie founded S.MALIK Enterprises with the goal to help others and promote change through her proven strategies and methodologies.
Stephynie is a business strategist and crisis expert for top executives at companies including Nike, United, PwC, and American Express.
On this episode of American Real, Roger Brooks asks Stephynie where the line is between kindness and weakness. "I always start with, ‘don’t take my kindness for weakness,’” Stephynie says. “If you stop talking after you say that, you will see. But you have to be calm enough and still enough to watch and engage and not be uncomfortable with not talking.” Tune in to this episode, and learn more!
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Monday Jan 17, 2022
Monday Jan 17, 2022
A pioneer in the field of spiritual emergence, Paul Levy is a wounded healer in private practice, assisting others who are also awakening to the dreamlike nature of reality. Among his books are The Quantum Revelation: A Radical Synthesis of Science and Spirituality (SelectBooks, 2018), Dispelling Wetiko: Breaking the Curse of Evil (North Atlantic Books, 2013) and his newest release, Wetiko: Healing the Mind-Virus that Plagues Our World (Inner Traditions, Dec. 2021).
Paul is the founder of the “Awakening in the Dream Community” in Portland, Oregon. An artist, he is deeply steeped in the work of C. G. Jung, and has been a Tibetan Buddhist practitioner for over 35 years. He was the coordinator for the Portland PadmaSambhava Buddhist Center for over twenty years.
On this episode of American Real, Roger Brooks asks Paul about the meaning of Wetiko and breaking the curse of evil. Paul provides insights as if it were a college lecture, going into detail about Wetiko. "There is a contagious psycho-spiritual disease of the soul, a parasite of the mind, that is currently being acted out en masse on the world stage via a collective psychosis of titanic proportions." Tune in to this episode, and learn more!
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Mentioned In The Episode:
Paul’s website: www.awakeninthedream.com
Paul's email: paul@awakeninthedream.com
Friday Jan 14, 2022
Friday Jan 14, 2022
Royce Gomez-King is an author and owner of her startup business coaching company, Your Startup Coach. Royce has experience in nonprofit management, and has a networking circle that stretches overseas. She has several columns that appear in major publications, and speaks publicly to help business owners, and entrepreneurs start and scale their businesses. She is an SBDC certified coach and trains clients on online marketing strategies.
On this episode of American Real, Roger Brooks shares the story of serial entrepreneur Royce Gomez-King. They both dive into the concepts of when is the proper time to get a coach, using technology platforms like LinkedIn to expand someone's reach, and how to focus on the important things that can set you apart from the competition. Roger extends his appreciation for Royce’s appearance on the show and in return she gives powerful advice that all startups should take note of. Tune in to this episode, and learn more!
ROYCE'S BOOKS:
"Scale Up Your Profits": https://www.amazon.com/Scale-Up-Your-Profits-Marketing-ebook/dp/B07X1SZ3LT
"Level Up": https://a.co/d/3kOFIUb
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Timestamps:
0:00 - Intro
4:14 - Asking Discovery Questions
9:39 - Importance on a Follow Up
12:17 - Early Life
18:30 - Becoming a Coach
21:30 - Offering to do Work for Free
23:17 - Tips for Success
26:21 - Message to LinkedIn Users
29:10 - Advice for Entrepreneurs
31:55 - When to get a Coach
34:27 - Mindset of a Coach
37:38 - Student of Your Calendar
40:25 - Biggest Turning Point
42:55 - History of Royce’s Name
44:07 - Advice to Past Self
44:41 - Closing Remarks
Mentioned In The Episode:
Royce Gomez-King’s Books - https://www.amazon.com/Royce-Gomez-King/e/B01873MCHK%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share
Royce Gomez-King’s Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/roycegomezking
Your Startup Coach - https://yourstartup.coach/
Monday Jan 10, 2022
Monday Jan 10, 2022
Lilianna Deveneau is an honors student with a passion for criminal justice and human rights while having the goal of ending child sexual abuse and assault worldwide. She is studying to receive her masters in sociology after completing her undergraduate studies at Southern Mississippi, on top of her bachelors degree in French from the University of Wisconsin. Lilianna had to endure through her own story of sexual abuse while she was a minor. Having personal experience of recovering and forgiving those who have committed these heinous acts while she guides people across the globe on the path to healing, shows her undeniable strength.
On this episode of American Real, Roger Brooks goes into the difficult life of Lilianna Deveneau as she describes her traumatic experience of assault as a child. In the conversation both of them explain how forgiving those in almost any situation is necessary to grow and recover from some of the lowest points in someone's life. The listeners will receive knowledge about the signs someone may give if they are experiencing assault, how the community can prevent future acts towards anyone, and using the energy for positive purposes instead of negative. People from across the globe who may have witnessed, experienced, or are concerned about someone can learn how to help each other, and push themselves to heal. Tune in to this episode of American Real with Lili Deveneau and learn more about the power of forgiveness.
Social Media:
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Timestamps:
0:00 - Intro
3:16 - What is Abuse?
7:46 - Trends Among Abuse
11:43 - Actions from the Community to Prevent Abuse
15:58 - The Power of Forgiveness
23:05 - Heart-Brain Coherence
27:36 - Channeling Energy for Positive Results
31:45 - Hopeful for Progression
40:05 - Kids Being Home More Often
44:35 - Signs of Child Abuse
46:05 - Closing Remarks
Mentioned In The Episode:
Lilianna Deveneau’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lilideveneau/?hl=en
Lilianna Deveneau’s Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/tranformpastpains/
Liliana Deveneau’s Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/lilideveneau
Lilianna Deveneau’s Website - https://www.endcsa.org/
Monday Jan 03, 2022
Monday Jan 03, 2022
Tony Whatley is an author, business owner, and an inspirational performance coach with his company 365 Driven. Tony hosts public speaking events nationwide to give positive and inspirational guidance for those seeking it. He is also most known for his venture as the Co-Founder of LS1Tech, an online resource community centered around technical information on GM LS and LT performance.
On this episode of American Real, Roger Brooks was able to provide insightful information and tips for those who are starting a side hustle, especially in the midst of global uncertainty. Tony was so impactful with his words, describing how there is no such thing as security in the working world without having some type of side business. Roger syncs with Tony on plenty of ideas; discussing how “good” performance is not good enough, building a community for a brand to keep close connections, and how he gathered inspiration to write his book. For any new authors, those running a business on the side, or young aspiring entrepreneurs who are looking to start on their own - tune in to this episode to get the information straight from The Side Hustle Millionaire.
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Timestamps:
0:00 - Intro
0:57 - Good Isn't Good Enough, When Better is Possible
6:53 - Manifestation
11:02 - Demonstration of Achievement
14:42 - Separating Yourself from Average
17:08 - Building a Side Hustle
25:36 - Job Security with a Side Hustle
31:49 - Building Community
41:56 - Tony's Near Death Experience
53:35 - Tony’s First Book
1:00:16 - Impact of Writing a Book
1:02:27 - Benefits of Hosting Small Events
1:07:59 - Legacy
Mentioned In The Episode:
Tony Whatley Website - https://365driven.com/author/admin/
Tony Whatley LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonywhatley/
Tony Whatley Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/365driven/?hl=en
Tony Whatley “Sidehustle Millionaire” - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07D5JZM9T/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i0
Friday Dec 31, 2021
Friday Dec 31, 2021
Todd Hockenberry is a business development strategist who consults with entrepreneurs and business owners with his company Todd Hockenberry, Inc using the inbound principles. His company has an edge on the industry by expressing the benefits of being customer centric and appealing to what drives better sales. Todd focuses on the theory that if a company can offer an unmatchable experience in all stages of the brand, compared to the competition, chances are the customer centric company will outperform. Todd knows his consultations can shake old habits of business leaders who focus primarily on numbers and benchmarks, and will bring about positive changes to increase profits.
On this episode of American Real, Roger Brooks interviews Todd Hockenberry who they both passionately agree on topics including the inbound principles, driving value, and the roles an executive can play when creating a better user experience for the customer. Business owners, managers, or creatives within an organization can utilize this information shared by the guest to gain sales, customer satisfaction, and increase the chances of succeeding in highly competitive industries by focusing a majority of the energy to the overall environment a customer has to encounter. Listen to this episode and find the many tips and tricks from Todd Hockenberry on getting to know your customers.
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Timestamps:
0:00 - Intro
3:12 - Effects of the Pandemic on Orlando
5:28 - Working Remote
8:38 - Todd Hockenberry’s Inbound Strategy
13:23 - Inbound Beliefs
17:00 - The Role of an Executive
20:54 - Driving Value
24:35 - Relationship Between Sales and Marketing
30:24 - The Roles of Other Company Departments
36:27 - The Importance of Culture
38:43 - Closing Remarks
Mentioned In The Episode:
Todd Hockenberry Website - https://www.toddhockenberry.com/about
Todd Hockenberry LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/toddhockenberry/
Todd Hockenberry Twitter - https://twitter.com/toddhockenberry?lang=en
Monday Dec 27, 2021
Monday Dec 27, 2021
Laura McCann is the Chief Executive Officer and founder of ADORATherapy where her company will use essential oils and other perfumes to alter some of the negative aspects of someone's mind, or life. She is renowned for using updated technology alongside her beauty products to enhance the customers' experiences beyond what other companies may be doing.
On this episode of American Real, Roger Brooks gets to have an in-depth conversation with Laura McCann while his listeners have the opportunity to gain some real advice in regards to mentoring and teaching people on their teams. The conversation between the two branches off into advice for parents on how old their kids should be before investing in a mentor for their performances. Also, Laura shares her amazing journey of personal development that only adds to the fact that mentoring, teaching, and coaching is her strongest aspect that she can offer when someone reaches out to her for guidance. Whether you need direction on how to self love or tips on how to provide a positive lane for those on your team, tune-in to this episode and gather as much as you can!
Social Media:
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Timestamps:
0:00 - Intro
3:16 - Adora Therapy
6:11 - What are Essential Oils
9:49 - Influences
15:40 - Working with Young Children
17:24 - Age to get a Mentor
20:28 - Women's International Month
23:40 - Inequalities Towards Women
27:46 - Self Love
31:32 - Not Afraid of Collaboration
32:50 - Laura’s Personal Development Journey
38:46 - Closing Remarks
Mentioned In The Episode:
ADORATherapy- https://adoratherapy.com
Laura McCann LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauramccann31/
Monday Dec 20, 2021
Monday Dec 20, 2021
Trish Benedik is a business coach and author of “Franchising Without Fear”, which helps individuals and corporations to make the right investment towards their goals on franchising. Trish’s expertise has allowed people who want to make this step into entrepreneuring, or those who want to expand into a new market, more easily and efficiently.
On this episode of American Real, Roger Brooks goes into detail to educate his listeners about how and who to contact in regards to starting or running a franchised business. Roger and Trish go back and forth about the different industries one could purchase and introduce themselves to. She gives compelling information on analyzing the data given to make the best decisions on locations and the type of business one may want to own in any given industry. There is plenty to learn; from laws in all geographical areas, tendencies to avoid, and the industries Trish sees as the best to join. All of these categories are designed to help someone operate their dream ventures with ease and confidence, which can be found in her newest publication. Tune-in to find all the information you need to make that next step!
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Timestamps:
0:00 - Intro
3:12 - International Franchise Convention
4:38 - Benefits of LinkedIn
6:54 - “Franchising Without Fear” - Book
9:09 - Franchise Consultations
13:55 - Utilizing Local Resources for Franchises
15:42 - Analyzing Data for a Franchise
16:46 - Examples of Franchises (Outside of Food)
19:28 - Inspiration for Trish Benedik’s Book
22:23 - Starting a Franchise
26:05 - Franchises that Stand Out
27:50 - Franchise Laws by Location
30:10 - Backstory of Trish Benedik
33:42 - Closing Remarks
Mentioned In The Episode:
Trish Benedik Website - https://www.trishbenedik.com
Trish Benedik’s Book - “Franchising Without Fear” - https://www.trishbenedik.com/get-the-book/
Trish Benedik LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/tbenedik/
Friday Dec 17, 2021
Friday Dec 17, 2021
Rebecca Costa is an “Edward O. Wilson Biodiversity Technology” award winning American socio-biologist. Her influence has created popularity as an international speaker who brings forward products and fact-driven solutions to such massive and sometimes impossible issues to overcome.
She is an expert in regards to adaptation, and strategizes how to take control of problems that could be disasters globally without proper action. Rebecca Costa is the founder and was the CEO of a technology marketing firm where her company developed a repertoire of creating “game-changing technologies”. As an innovator of technology, she has a reputation for holding the most influential people in power accountable to respond to such pressures that would require her company's products and models.
On this episode of American Real, Roger Brooks goes into detail for his listeners about intricate ways to solve exponential issues with his guest Rebecca Costa. The expertise she has in this field allows for her to see problems in a nonlinear fashion.
This logical way of interpretation gives her and her colleagues an advantage when having to face relevant complications such as global pandemics, ecological crises, or any adversity; compared to her counterparts and some of the world's leaders who cannot quite catch on. Tune-in to this episode of American Real and capture new information about efficient ways to resolve, handle, and prevent drawbacks in the future with these strategies to improve your problem solving.
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Timestamps:
3:16 - Exponentiation
8:26 - Seeing Problems in Linear
9:54 - How Would you Advise our Leaders
15:55 - Preparing Leaders for Disaster
22:36 - Correcting the Future
24:13 - Competing with China
29:04 - Accuracy of Predictive Models and Why They are Important
35:47 - Belief in Covid-19 Facts
39:54 - Regulations on Wet Markets
43:12 - Taking Government Action
45:19 - Closing Remarks
Mentioned In The Episode:
Rebecca Costa Website - https://www.rebeccacosta.com
Rebecca Costa Twitter - https://twitter.com/rebeccacosta
Rebecca Costa Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/rebeccadcosta/
Rebecca Costa Books - https://www.rebeccacosta.com/costa-books.htm