Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-ttt38-18aa31c We talk with author Elizabeth Birkelund about personal growth, the art of translation, and the universality of love as explored in her novel, A Northern Light in Provence! Get your copy of A Northern Light in Provence!

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-ka3fr-188d87c We're joined by Meredith Johnson, who tells us how her family's tragic loss of her cousin by suicide led them on a mission to spread greater awareness of mental health issues that effect countless lives! Learn more about her family's work at kylecaresinc.org!

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-bewxx-18777d9 Dr. Joe and Tom talk about The Stormlight Archive and that's about it(?)

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-snb8a-1857332 Mark and Dr. Joe give a shout out to the amazing team at Veterans' Voice, followed by a discussion on the state of the housing market in Massachusetts and abroad, with a focus on common-sense solutions to address the affordability crisis!

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-eypd6-1840ce6 After hearing about a local event honoring Vietnam veterans, Mark and Dr. Joe speak with psychotherapist and author Carol Odell about trauma and equine therapy, both subjects in her memoir, Girl, Groomed. Get your copy of Girl, Groomed!

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-c4bxe-182c6e2 Mark shares some of his favorite memories from his recent trip through Canada, Wolfie from Veteran's Voice calls in to share how he applies the I-M Approach in his daily life, and Dr. Joe reminds us that respect isn't about agreement, but trying to understand different perspectives without judgement!

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-8pqci-1810789 The Doctor is back in! Dr. Joe shares some stories from his recent trip to New Zealand, and he and Mark have a discussion on transparency, media consumption, and the importance of hearing different perspectives!

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-bagg2-17b24f5 Mark and Dr. Joe are honored to speak with writer and photographer Andrea Simon about the research and writing process of her profound historical novel, Esfir Is Alive. Get your copy of Esfir Is Alive and learn more about Andrea and her work on her website!

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-cd44z-179a4e8 Mark and Dr. Joe review some of their successes in 2024 before sharing their hopes for 2025, including the wider adoption of the I-M Approach! Get your copy of Unleashing the Power of Respect: The I-M Approach and Dr. Joe's other books! Learn more and let Dr. Joe know your thoughts at drshrand.com!

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-tqv3z-179260a Mark and Dr. Joe welcome author William F. Carter on to hear about his first published novel Fire and Wrath, including the intense research of the subject matter, how can channel anger in less-than-productive ways, and what a little bit of encouragement can do to someone's entire life trajectory! Get your copy of Fire and Wrath!

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-qzaan-173f1c2 Mark and Dr. Joe talk through the different reactions to the recent presidential election, what we can look forward to in the next administration, and why the key to moving forward is respecting each other's perspectives!

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-d9xu6-16cff84 We're honored to welcome psychotherapist and author Jane Seskin to hear her musings on aging in her latest poetry collection, Older Wiser Shorter: The Truth and Humor of Life After 65!