BumpInTheRoad
Everyone hits a bump in the road. What do you do with it? Be inspired as we explore the ways people experience, navigate and manage the ups and downs and twists and turns in this road trip called life.
Episodes
When Life Takes an Unexpected Turn: Embracing the Role of Caregiver
Imagine receiving a call that would turn your world upside down. For Mark Steven Porro, a carefree bachelor living in Los Angeles, that call came from his brother in New Jersey. Their mother was on her deathbed. Dropping everything, Mark flew home, not knowing that this trip would change his life forever.
In the latest episode of ‘Bump in the Road,’ we h...
Tom Walters is the creator and host of the popular podcast Zen Communter. Thom is a long time meditator, meditation teacher and speaker with over 40 years of experience. In this podcast Thom shares his thoughts and experiences on the transformative power of meditation, from its ability to shift our perceptions to its role as a gateway to inner peace. Thom expresses his gratitude for his life and for his podcast guests:
“I’m...
Have you ever wondered if there’s more to life than the pursuit of money? Kevin Palmieri tested the limits of success as he shares his remarkable story of leaving behind a six-figure job to chase a dream that many would consider a gamble—becoming a full-time podcaster.
It seemed like Kevin had it all: the car, the girl, the income.
“Everything looked amazing. But truthfully, if you took a deeper look inside and you could see ...
Healing From Betrayal
In the shadows of a seemingly perfect life, Dana Killian found herself grappling with a reality she never expected. Married to a high-functioning alcoholic, Dana’s world was one of confusion, betrayal, and silent suffering—a story that many share but few dare to tell.
Dana offers a candid look into the heart-wrenching journey of being the sober partner to an addict. From...
Psychic Journeys and a Near Death Experience (NDE)
Have you ever wondered what lies beyond the veil of our physical world? June Edward’s journey may offer a glimpse into that mystery. Born with innate psychic abilities, June’s childhood was filled with otherworldly experiences. A near-death experience (NDE) at 27 changed the course of her life. She returned to her body with a renewed sense o...
Overcoming the Foster Care System
Shameeka Baptist’s story is as heartbreaking as it is inspiring. Shameeka talks about her tumultuous journey through the foster care system, the abuse she endured, and how she rose above her circumstances to become a beacon of hope for others.
Shameeka’s story is one of childhood neglect and abuse. But despite the odds stacked against her, including a period of homelessness after aging ou...
Finding Harmony in the Unexpected
Vincent James is an engineer turned music education advocate. this podcast he shares his journey from the structured world of technology to his heart felt journey into the world of music. From childhood, Vincent was drawn to music. But the practicalities of life led him into a successful engineering career. But his heart remained in music.
After several attempts to follow his heart, Vincen...
When life throws a curveball, some see a setback, but others like Kaneshi Hart see an opportunity.
Five years ago, Kaneshi was climbing the corporate ladder, enjoying the fruits of a successful career, and traveling internationally. Life seemed set on a promising trajectory. Yet, as many of us have experienced, stability can be fleeting. A series of layoffs, a toxic work environment, and a global pandemic later, Kanesha found herse...
Have you ever wondered what it truly means to transform your life? Meet Nicole Byars, a woman whose journey epitomizes the essence of personal transformation and the power of self-discovery.
Nicole’s story begins in the familiar corridors of high achievement and people-pleasing. Raised in a family that valued success, she followed a path that many of us know all too well: striving for academic excellence, attending a prestigious u...
The Grief Revolution
How does one navigate grief? How do you support someone going through this process?
Aly Bird, a young widow turned grief advocate, shares her transformative journey through loss and the powerful lessons she’s learned. Her story is not just one of sorrow, but of resilience, community, and the courage to rewrite the rules of life. Aly delves into the depth of human attachment, the complexities...
An Accident, An Injury and A Purpose
Jessica’s life was transformed when her car was t-boned in a horrific accident. Waking up in the hospital with a broken neck, multiple pelvic fractures, and a severe brain injury, she was faced with a prognosis that spelled a lifetime of dependency and limitations. But Jessica’s narrative doesn’t end there; it’s where her true journey begins.
Jessica’s story is not just about physical...
The Need To Rewire The Professional Brain
Chuck Price is a lawyer by trade, but a wisdom seeker by nature. His openness and curiosity led him down a most unusual path, a path towards greater personal authenticity, presence, and awareness. He’s written a book called Rewiring the White Collar Mind. Now he talks to other professionals about finding your way in a linear, left brain profession while holding on to your humanit...
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This is a Side Trip, a super short podcast that lets me share some of my thoughts about writing, podcasting and whatever else comes to mind. This Side Trip, I share some of my thoughts about marketing on YouTube, click bait, and what might really matter.
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Sheila Kamuda is a very independent woman. She worked while her husband took care of all the household and childcare details. But when he died, her life stopped. How does one cope with something like this?
Sheila put one foot in front of the other, and reflected about her life ahead. And in doing do, she looked back and within for comfort and guidance.
"Once you start to go back to who you are, what are your dreams before you met?...
Caring for a loved on is a rocky road both financially and emotionally. Add in a hired caregiver, who may or may not pass a background check, and you have a situation that can go haywire quickly.
This is a stunningly beautiful conversation with Tina Davidson, author of Let Your Heart Be Broken.
Tina is an accomplished composer. Over her forty-five-year career, Tina has been commissioned by the National Symphony Orchestra, OperaDelaware, Roanoke Symphony, VocalEssence, Kronos Quartet, Cassatt Quartet, and more. Contemplating her decades of achievement, Tina notes:
"I am struck by music's linear process, where duration is...
What is a risk to you?
For most of us, it’s anything outside our comfort zone. And Melissa Foote stepped right outside those boundaries when she left an 18 year teaching career behind to start her own business.
Melissa’s love of teaching had gotten bogged down in many of the group think and administrative aspects of the career. Her last decade of life had been consumed by family, work and school. There was no time left for...
This podcast is a Side Trip, a super short podcast where I can share what’s on my mind. And this week, with Christmas before us, I share some thoughts on creating that perfect gift.
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