It's All About People and a Dog Named Max - Garry Ridge, WD-40

What compels a man to pack up his things during the toughest time in world history and move to Nashville to pursue his dreams?How does he use his life experiences growing up in the Church, singing worship music, and through a tragic loss to create powerful music?JB Somers is a singer/songwriter in Nashville, TN.  While originally from Alabama, JB took a risk and relocated from his second home of Destin, FL during the COVID-19 pandemic to pursue his passion of songwriting.  When not in the studio, you can catch JB at live concerts, connecting with friends, at the gym and exploring new places to eat around Nashville.This episode, Will You Be There For Me is a question for family, friends, loved ones, and God.  Honestly, it is a question we all ask ourselves.  JB asked in the lyrics to a song he wrote in 2019.  He has also written a song called Different People that is destined to be a hit.  You will hear bits and pieces of it coming out of each commercial break, and then at the end JB will sing it for us all.   The sound quality of this interview leaves a lot to be desired because the host is in a technology transition, but JB's story, his passion, and his music take center stage on this episode.   ENJO!Connect with JB on Clubhouse @jb.somers or his club, JB and FriendsFollow JB on Instagram @jb.somersListen to JB's latest releases on these platforms:SpotifyApple MusicAmazon Music

14 Maj 20211h

Do you believe there is someone for everyone?  Have you been looking for love in all the wrong places?  Tried dating apps, blind dates, 5 minute speed dating, and trolling through your social media pages seeing if that old high school sweetheart is single?  So many dating apps, so many singles, but why is it so hard for millions of people to find that special someone?  It is estimated that over 300 million people are registered on dating apps, so perhaps that is part of the problem.  Everyone is shopping, and everyone has someone shopping for them.  Yet, with all the algorithms, surveys and matchmakers out there, so many amazing people are having trouble finding so many amazing people!  Stacie Wimer is one of those remarkable singles who has decided to look at the funny, strange, and sometimes scary side to finding love.  She has created a new podcast called Man $hopping, which is a look into her own dating life, and is a platform for some stories that will have you laughing, crying, and honing your shopping skills.  What Amazon is to shopping for products, Man $hopping is for shopping for love!   Single, married, divorced, gay, straight...it doesn't matter, you will enjoy this conversation, and also love Stacie's new podcast!You can reach Stacie on social media @stacie_wimer.Stacie is an unabashed 43 year old twice divorced single mother of an amazing teenage daughter and the best black lab shelter mutt ever.She is a pharmaceutical & medical device sales professional by day and a writer, podcaster, cooking & baking enthusiast by night. She is a true extrovert with a passion for helping people.Born and raised in rural Missouri, Stacie graduated from the University of Central Missouri with a degree in Organizational Communication and Business management. After spending several years living in Minnesota, Kansas, and Georgia, Stacie calls Kansas City, Missouri home.Contact the From The Hart Podcast at ehart@hartleadership.com, or hear all our episodes on www.hartleadership.com

11 Maj 20211h 8min

Blanca Cobb, M.S. Psy, Body Language Expert & Media PersonalityHow can you spot a liar?  How do you when someone is interested in you?How can you tell when someone is angry, happy, or confused under that mask?How can you learn to interpret unspoken messages even more powerfully and accurately, at times, than what we hear?Blanca Cobb has been a people watcher since she was a little girl. From a distance, she’d watch people to get a sense of who was friendly, trustworthy, and approachable. She learned early on that people try to hide what they feel. But, if you pay close attention to the way they move their bodies and react in situations, they can’t hide their feelings. They unknowingly reveal who they are.This is the power of body language. Silent messages are more credible than spoken words. If you know what to look for and how to respond to body language, then you can connect with anyone. And in business and in life, this is your ticket to happiness, success, and peace.Blanca has appeared with such TV show hosts as Steve Harvey, Dr. Oz, Megyn Kelly, and countless more.   Now you can hear here on today's episode of the From The Hart podcast.  #bodylanguage #nonverbalcommunication #fromtheheart #fromthehart #blancacobb #edhart #csuf #familybusiness #steveharvey

15 Apr 20211h 15min

Celebrity Chef, Certified Nutritionist, and Reiki Master Serena Poon has made it her mission to promote further education around the mindful combination of food, nutrition and healing intuition through her unique Culinary Alchemy® programs.A leading chef, nutritionist and Reiki master to the Hollywood elite, Serena sets herself apart in a saturated industry with her genuine passion for curating intentional healing and wellness programs designed to help people achieve optimal, sustainable health. Integrating energetic techniques with guidance and education on food nutrition, how food affects our bodies on a physiological level, and how it affects the emotional body, Serena’s goal is to optimize and heal the physical, emotional and spiritual well-being of her clients. Her motivation for concentrating on intuitive and functional food healing began long before she created contemporary meals, menus and nutritional plans for the likes of Jerry Bruckheimer, Kerry Washington, Sean “P. Diddy” Combs, and other high profile clientele.  She lost her Dad when he was just 48 to liver cancer, and she has made complete health in Mind, Body and Spirit one way she honors his legacy.  You can learn more about Serena, and how to reach her, at www.serenaloves.com

1 Apr 202157min

"Gerald’s is a story of incredible challenges met with courage, character, and honor." Senator Bill Brock; 18th United States Secretary of LaborHe built his body in high school so he would be strong enough to defend himself in prison, assuming that is where he would end up.  Instead, he went to West Point, later got an MBA from Georgetown, and a Certificate in Leadership from George Washington University. If you clicked here today be inspired and touched, you have come to the right place.  Despite early condemnation that he would not amount to anything more than a gangster, Gerald Gangaram is a retired U.S. Army Major, who many consider a war hero from his combat service during “Operation Enduring Freedom”. Raised by a single mother in a low income area within Queens, New York City, he always strove to improve himself and hardly imagined being the recipient of numerous medals along a career piloting the Apache – an attack helicopter his enemies described as “The Dragon”. Now retired from the military after 11 years of distinguished active duty service, Gerald enjoys contributing to events where he can provide his unique perspective as a servant leader and plans to continue a life of public service; always forging forward.You can learn more about Gerald by visiting his website at https://geraldgangaram.comArmy Major Gerald Gangaram Commendations:Meritorious Service MedalAir MedalArmy Commendation Medal with ValorArmy Senior Aviator BadgeCombat Action Badge.

19 Mars 20211h 3min

Hate crimes against Asians in Orange County, America, and around the world have increased 10 fold in the last two years, with the highest numbers being since the outbreak of Covid-19.  This heartfelt discussion between Linda, Tam and Ed aims to shed light on the ignorance and hatred that is on full display, and the hope is that people will hear this message and TAKE ACTION!  “The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing.”― Edmund Burke  We must do something now!  Comments are open, and we hope the ignorance of people will not be on full display.  Any hurtful comments will be deleted immediately, so please only leave a comment that is meant to be beneficial.Click here to learn how you can STEP UP and be the change!Nailing It for Health Care Workers - Orange County United Way (unitedwayoc.org)

12 Mars 202159min

In our interview conducted on International Women's Day, Ed and Christina talked a lot about her role as an influencer in the media, her message to women who might be facing obstacles, real or imaginary, in reaching their goals.What drives this successful, award-winning journalist to bring the news into people's homes each and every day?How does she focus more on the humanity, and less on the brutality, of the news?Why does she fly a small plane, dive with sharks, mentor others, and get opportunities to go to places like India to interview people like the Dalai Lama, and others?Christina Pascucci has traveled to all seven continents to tell the world’s untold stories.From interviewing the world’s spiritual and political leaders, to exposing and prompting change of corrupt policies, Christina’s passion for uncovering the truth transcends borders. The Emmy Award-winning journalist, licensed pilot, Spanish speaker, and humanitarian has worked as a reporter and anchor for KTLA, the #1 news station in Los Angeles, since 2011. In 2020, she was awarded L.A. Press Club's Journalist of the Year.Join us in this wonderful conversation with a human with a massive heart for others, and a love for all people.  You can reach Christina at www.christinapascucci.com and on most social media platforms.

8 Mars 202131min

"I believe good things can come out of the worst and most traumatic situations in life."Jesse Bradley is a former Ivy League Champion soccer goal keeper.  He also played professional soccer, and is now a Pastor at a church in Seattle.   But that is just the beginning of Jesse's story. How can you strengthen your marriage in 30 days?  Ask a guy whose parents divorced when he was just 7! How does a person nearly die from a treatment that is supposed to prevent you from a fatal disease? What do adoption, soccer, and healing have in common? How does a pastor and former professional soccer player use his life experiences to influence others? How do you become a great leader, and significantly influence the culture of your organization?All this, and much more, can be found as you unpack this conversation between Jesse Bradley and Ed Hart on today's From The Hart episode.You can reach Jesse at www.jessebradley.org.  You can reach Ed Hart www.hartleadership.comServant LeadershipFrom The HeartFrom The HartFinding FaithHealingAdoptionLeadership

2 Mars 20211h 4min