Unlocking Your Inner Strength is about finding your inner and outer strengths. Learn how you can step into your greatness. This show blends Mind Mapping, philosophy and a lifetime of being a strength coach and bodybuilder.
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The Florida Writer Podcast: A Discussion about Writing & Other Things ... brought to you by the Florida Writers Association. Enjoy conversations with authors, editors, publishers, and industry influencers. For more information about the Florida Writers Association, visit us @ www.FloridaWriters.org
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Time travel. This has a few meanings when it comes to this episode. One, I am writing this before I have my conversation with the infamous Alabama gunslinger, Lane Bullger. And it’s damn near impossible to predict what we will talk about in terms of conspiracies, worldy events and the health industry. But I can tell you that I am putting on my list…
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On Writing Banned Books with Ryan Estrada
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In this episode of the Florida Writer Podcast, host Alison Nissen chats with prolific writer and cartoonist Ryan Estrada about the art of comic book writing, including the importance of pacing, concise storytelling, and creative challenges. Ryan shares insights from his experience co-creating Banned Book Club with his wife, Kim Hyun Sook, and illus…
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The Real Reason to Work On Your Mindset
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How often have you thought about creating a better life? Yet, nothing seems to change... It's common at some point in life for everyone. Some overcome that limiting conviction that life is not in their control and go onto great success. Others stay stuck, thinking that repeating Ground Hog day will some result in a different outcome. I assure you t…
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How I Structure My Day and More Questions from Fans
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In today's episode, I answer the following questions from fans and then some, all under 14 minutes. I believe in saying what needs to be said and no more... -How do I structure my day? -What books have been most impactful to me? -How often do I check DMs? -How do you take medications during a dry fast? (my answer may suprise you) -How often do I ta…
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Have Principles so You Can Stand Tall in These Crazy Times
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In today's episode, I chat with my buddy Coach Lane Bulger from Alabama. Lane is a great man and has a very great way of looking at the world. When we team up, you are getting a sneak peak as to what a conversation is like between two students that have strong mindsets. You can be the fly on the wall with this conversation and I hope you are able t…
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The Top 3 Myths You’ve Been Led to Believe About Losing Weight
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I’m a maverick of sorts… So I’ve been told. It’s that mentality though that has put me on my quest for endlessly figuring out what works when it comes to weight loss, health and becoming the best version of yourself. In today’s episode, I talk about: -Why your thyroid isn’t the issue -Why counting calories is a fools game -Why using cardio for fat …
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Chaos is upon us. We are less than two months away to the election. Here is what I think are some possibilities. Take it for what it's worth. This is a battle of good versus evil. -Kyle If you want to learn how to think differently and get on a new path, shoot me a text, 908-229-6666. I leave one 15 minute slot open on my schedule each week.…
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Capturing History in a Memoir with Kevin Hall
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On this Florida Writer Podcast, host Alison Nissen welcomes Kevin M. Hall. Wondering if his kids would remember their family stories, Kevin wrote a short story for them as a Christmas gift. His grandsons’ reaction inspired him to write multiple books, blending history with memoir to capture the moments of his life in context with the world. Kevin M…
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‘Kyle, Neil died…’ I was 7 years old, had just moved to NJ and my mom told me that a friend from our old neighborhood died of an aneurysm. I was in shock. Literally, I ran from my bedroom to the back patio in uncontrollable tears. Death was now a real thing to my young fragile mind. And although I can bring myself right back to that time and the ne…
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Echoes of Creativity: Writing, Music, and Ghosts with Andy N
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In this episode of the Florida Writer Podcast, host Alison Nissen chats with author Andy N, who shares insights from his diverse writing journey. Andy has penned ten full-length novels, including Changing Carriages at Birmingham, New Street, a poignant love story, and a memoir detailing his struggles with diabetes. His debut novel, Birth, explores …
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The Battle for the Suppression of Knowledge
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This Might Break Your Brain When’s the last time that you questioned some sacred dogma? Have you ever thought about why you’ve been told what you’ve been told? Does your gut tell you that there’s got to be more to the story? Part of my mission is freeing people’s minds, which usually begins with taking control of their health and starting on a fast…
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A few weeks ago, I turned 43. In honor of that, I wrote my latest August newsletter that got mailed out this week, on 43 insights that came to mind from my time here on earth. This was written with my children reading them and using them one day, so I didn’t hold back. Be Unconventional - Panda Man * If you are interested in the Panda Punch for sup…
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Stories From Amish Country: Fact Meets Fiction with Author Marc Crail
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On this Florida Writer Podcast, host Alison Nissen chats with Marc Crail, a debut author in his seventies who began writing during the pandemic. His first book, Tales Out of School, draws from his experiences working in Amish country. Mark has since published three more books in the series, and a novel inspired by his mother-in-law's life. During t…
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How to Recover from Any Injury I’ve been fortunate enough to suffer two of the worst knee injuries on record. Yes, I said fortunate. There’s always a silver lining. After dealing with them and other injuries throughout the years, I learned the principles of healing 100%. Methods are many, principles are few.…
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I remember reading the first book on mindset that I ever read way back during my sophomore or junior year of high school. I had already had a certain type of mindset, but I wanted to cultivate it and to make better. Winners use a certain type of language and have a certain pattern of thinking. All patterns can be copied, all habits are just pattern…
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Recently, I was on a podcast with my buddy Lane Bullger from Alabama. A couple of weeks ago, we did part 1 and there was so much more that we had to still cover that we did a part 2. Now, you might be thinking you aren’t interested, and that’s fine. But realize that there is a very real conspiracy against your health and you becoming the healthiest…
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The Book Business with Ella Ritchie of Stellar Communications
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Do you treat your book as a business? On this Florida Writer Podcast, host Alison Nissen interviews Ella Ritchie, the founder of Stellar Communications, a company that specializes in non-fiction book publishing, marketing, and PR for self-publishing authors. There is so much that needs to happen to create a successful book launch. Ella offers 6 qui…
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Two weeks ago, a good buddy of mine was in for our Mastermind meeting. Joe Hashey is a rare breed, one of those men that have an indomitable mindset. There aren’t too many people that I look up to with mindset because I’ve studied it so much and put myself through the ringer to continue to grow my mind. Joe is an exception though. He is doing 100 m…
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Medical Conspiracies and Trump Dodges a Bullet
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I got together for part 1 of a 2 part series with my buddy Lane Bulger of Bulger Fitness down in Alabama. Every time we talk we get into some lively topics. In this episode, we talk about the attempted assassination attempt on President Trump and my thoughts may surprise you. Remember, whatever the MSM is telling you is not the truth, always start …
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Life Happens then Comes a Book with Emily Hill
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It’s not uncommon for people to use their emotional journey to springboard their careers into authorship. Emily Hill is no exception. In this episode of the Florida Writer Podcast, host Alison Nissen and Emily chat about Emily’s journey from social work and ministry to becoming a published author, discussing her self-publishing strategy and her per…
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Last week, I put out a reel on my IG that got the Shake Oil Salesmen and Women coming at me in full force. Which is a good thing. I know that whenever I hit a nerve, I am on to something. But it also got me to thinking about digestive health and fasting. In today’s episode, I break down WHY: -Farting isn’t cool or normal (although sometimes funny, …
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Ever since I was little, I loved hypothetical situations. And I am the king at asking those types of questions. In today’s episode of ULYIS, I breakdown my dream sports team that I would choose to save the world from demonic forces. Of course MJ is at the top of my list, but who else? There might be a few people you don’t expect. Who would your tea…
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Discover Where Your Book Can Take You with Cathy Fyock
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Alison Nissen and Cathy Fyock, the Biz Book Strategist, share a conversation about using books as a business strategy. Cathy explains that she works with professionals who want to write a book as a strategic move to establish themselves as thought leaders in their field. Covering the topics of crafting compelling book blurbs and author bios, benefi…
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My Craziest Conspiracy Theories I remember as a kid talking with my grandfather, Leo, about aliens, giant squid, bigfoot, and more. I was just grateful that I had someone to talk with about that stuff. In today’s episode, I go over my thoughts on: -What I think BigFoot is and why it’s kept so hidden -My views on the heliocentric earth vs. flat eart…
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One question that I get asked often is where the Panda Man came from. Some people want to know the origins of the name. Some want to know the history of the character, the business. How’d it all begin? In today’s episode, I share all. P.S. - Don't foget to get your free gifts and get on my email list over here: https://thepandachallenge.com/free-co…
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Go Ahead, Change the Rules: Discover Hybrid Memoir with Lily Iona MacKenzie
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Lily Iona MacKenzie chats with Florida Writer Podcast Host Alison Nissen about her latest work, Dreaming Myself into Old Age. This hybrid memoir blends personal anecdotes with critical writing on topics such as poetry and art. Now, in her eighties, Lily is challenged by facing old age and all that comes with it. Determined to age gracefully and tho…
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It’s been too long since I have done a silliness report, about all the silly and crazy things going on in the world that most people are not aware of. Why would they not be aware? Because, the MSM doesn’t tell you about what they don’t want you to focus on. Fortunately for you, I stay up on all this stuff, not because I have fear, but because I fin…
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Just the other day, a client messaged me asking if the initial weight lost was water or fat and why it rebounded. This is a very common concern and one that I will clear up simply for you in today’s episode of ULYIS. Fat loss is a simple process when it isn’t made overly complicated by the Fake Fitness Experts. In today’s episode, I go over such th…
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The Balance Between Conflict & Empathy with Kyle Shoop
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Novelist and attorney Kyle Shoop chats with Florida Writer Podcast Host Alison Nissen about adding conflict and empathy to build characters. A number of his novels also include lyrics—as a singer and songwriter, he adds links to his books for the audience to hear the songs for that character. Instead of just reading the lyrics, Kyle recorded that s…
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Aliens, Bigfoot and Chem trails
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Today’s episode I have a special guest, my good buddy Joe Riggio for a conspiracy theory episode. We discuss the biggest conspiracies and talk about fasting and the conspiracy of the establishment keeping you unhealthy. This is about level one conspiracies, stay tuned for level 2…coming soon!Av Kyle Newell
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Surrealism and Authenticity in the Oral and Written Story with Angie Elita Newell
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Angie Elita Newell chats with Florida Writer Podcast Host Alison Nissen about the challenges of writing about Canada's Indigenous history, Angie's modern-day colonialism experience, the significance of stories from various cultures and religious texts, and the power of shared experiences expressed through storytelling. As a trained historian, Angie…
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3 Lies You've Been Told About Putting on Muscle
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If you've been lifting for any amount of time, there is no doubt that you've been told the wrong things, at least partially wrong. When you want to pack on size, you need to remember that your training stimulus is of primary importance. In today's episode, I go over: -Why protein is overrated, You do not need as much as you've been told -Why bulkin…
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Is It Speculative Fiction or Real Life with Dr. Roger Smith
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You might be surprised to know that surgical robots are used for over one million procedures every year. In this episode, Dr. Roger Smith chats with Florida Writer Podcast Host Alison Nissen about his medical thriller series on robotic surgeons in the year 2050 and his real-life work with surgical robots over the last ten years. His novels include …
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Last week, I went on a trip to Miami for a new supplement we are launching, ENERGY, aka Panda Punch. While I thought I was going down for just that, I came back a transformed man. God worked through me and I feel like, check that, I know that I am a changed man. In today's episode, I give you the inside look at my trip and how my mindset shifted do…
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Using Ancestery.com to Discover the Story You Thought You’d Never Know with Edward DiGangi
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Florida Writer Podcast Host Alison Nissen chats with Edward DiGangi about his memoir, The Gift Best Given, a son's search and mother's journey, a timeless story of adoption, search, discovery, and reunion set against the backdrop of the glamorous ice skating shows of the 1940s. Edward shares how his hunt for clues about his adoption opened doors to…
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4 Year Anniversary of Giving the Government the Bird
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4 years ago, I made the decision to stand true to my values and open our gym in spite of the government. I didn't believe in this sham from the get go and I can be quite stubborn headed. This made for the perfect moment in my history to live out my values in a very strange and surreal time. Today, I go over the behind the scenes story of how our de…
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Complex Characters and Authentic Dialogue with Mark Shaiken
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Florida Writer Podcast Host Alison Nissen chats with legal and financial thriller author Mark Shaiken. Writing a heart-racing legal and financial thriller has exhilarating consequences. Mark Shaiken draws on his 40-year career in law to create his fictional characters. In his latest novel, Cram Down, inspired by his volunteer work with marginalized…
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Discover How to Grow in More Ways Than 1
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My Time With Mark Bell Last Week Last week, Devon and I flew out to Sacramento so I could appear on Mark Bell’s world famous show: The Power Project. It was something that I had visualized often and it came as no surprise to me that my thoughts manifested. I have always liked and respected Mark’s open, honest and intelligent approach to health and …
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My Thoughts on Testosterone and Ozempic
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I started using testosterone over a decade ago after competing as a natural bodybuilder for many years. And it has been a game changer! Let’s be clear, TRT is the same thing as anabolic steroids and PEDs. Another hot topic that people have been requesting I talk about is Ozempic. If you want to know what I think about it, listen up! In today’s epis…
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The Most Underrated and Powerful Form of Exercise
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In today’s episode I teach you about the most underrated form of exercise that nearly everyone can do, with few exceptions. Jesus did it constantly. Einstein was notorious for it. Steve Jobs came up with his greatest ideas while doing this. To find out what I am talking about and for some new insights on it if you already know what I am talking abo…
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Power, Greed, and Corruption in Washington, DC with Steve McGuire
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Power, Greed, and Corruption in Washington, D.C. with Steve McGuire Steve McGuire, a retired Federal judge with a 32-year legal career in Washington, DC, joined Alison Nissen on the Florida Writer Podcast. Steve writes political thrillers inspired by his experiences in Washington. He believes that politics has always been about the same issues, but…
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In today’s episode, I bring back a fan favorite: conspiracy theories and how what I’ve been teaching for decades can help you survive Armageddon. My video crew recently asked me what I am really passionate about these days, and this is it. I study this and do my research. If you have been living inside a box or haven’t broken free from the Matrix, …
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Last Friday, I had a great Coaching call with a friend and client from Missouri, Isaac. We went down the rabbit hole on a bunch of different things, much of which is too much to share here. But one of the topics we got to talking about was Jesus, vibrational energy and how God builds us up. Isaac made the great analogy of God being a Silversmith. I…
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Insert comedy into any story by sticking to the truth but changing one part. In this Florida Writer Podcast, host Alison Nissen chats with Tim O’Leary about his strategy to write an entirely true story, except for inserting a fictional narrator. Tim O'Leary is a Pacific Northwest-based short story writer who has published two collections of short s…
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Goals are Not the Differentiating Factor for Success
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People that succeed set goals. People that don't succeed set goals. Goals are not the differentiating factor when it comes to succeeding. So, what is the answer? In today's episode I break it all down. Your path is the answer, the process. And remember, the purpose of setting any goal is to increase your level of happiness. Always check yourself be…
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Want to Know How Hip Hop Can Build Emotionally Well Balanced Kids? Meet Modello Brown
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Meet Modello Brown! On this Florida Writer Podcast Host Alison Nissen chats with the multi-media artist as he shares the evolution of Hip Hop Littles. What started with writing lyrics, Modello Brown turned his songs into life lessons by writing children’s books. Today Modello is creating an immersive experience to build strong, emotionally resilien…
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I had the pleasure of interviewing Pascal Bachman, a man that is currently 80 or so days into a 100 day fast! Yes, you read that right! And, while I love fasting, I have no visions of doing a 100 day fast. So the next best way for me to learn about something of that magnitude was to interview someone that is doing it. In the episode, we go over blo…
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My Experience with the Dangerous and Beautiful Mt. Washington
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Last weekend, we went up to Mt. Washington to attempt to climb it for the 4th year in a row. Our crew has grown up to 14 men, ALL who want to challenge themselves. Is it what I felt like doing? Of course not, it would be so much easier to have a lazy Saturday at home (what’s that like???). As usual, there were many lessons learned, many insights ga…
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The Role of Women in Women's Fiction with Susan Shapiro Barash
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Enjoy this Florida Writer Podcast interview with Host Alison Nissen and Susan Shapiro Barash, who writes under the pen name Susannah Marren. Susan shared about their career as a nonfiction author, having published 13 books on gender studies and women's societal roles. They also mentioned their teaching experience in the writing department at Mary M…
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We are living through perilous times, Biblical times, in my humble but accurate opinion. I love studying this stuff and have a very good intuition when it comes to what is going on. Love me or hate me, I was 100% right with everything I said about Covid from the very start of it. In today’s episode, I break down some of what I think is going on, wh…
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