Hear Where You Belong
Embark on an inspirational journey with guests from diverse backgrounds, sharing stories of triumph, resilience, and faith, reiterating the common human longing for belonging. From dreamers to doers, believers to seekers, uncover the extraordinary in ordinary moments and the purpose within every life. Open your heart, mind, and ears to resonate with stories reminding you of your significance, belonging, and purpose. Welcome home to 'Hear Where You Belong'.
Episodes
What if the path to joy, confidence, and belonging began not with fitting in—but with fully showing up?
In this transformative episode of Hear Where You Belong, host Dea Irby welcomes award-winning improviser, speaker, and founder of Wild Mind Improv, Anoo Tree Brod. Together, they explore what it really means to belong to yourself—especially when your name, your background, or your sensitivity has made you feel like a misfit.
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In Episode 46 of Hear Where You Belong, join Dea for an insightful conversation with Gabriel Kaam, a French entrepreneur and co-founder of the award-winning KNR Agency. Gabriel opens up about the importance of creating a positive and inclusive work culture—and how a sense of belonging leads to happier teams and better business outcomes. Drawing on his journey from IT consultant to agency founder, Gabriel reflects on his Parisian u...
In this captivating episode of Hear Where You Belong, Dea sits down with actor and storyteller Matt Drago for an honest, wide-ranging conversation about the art of acting—and the deeper meaning behind it all. Known for his role as Fabian in Somewhere in Montana, Matt shares how personal connection fuels his performances, why one-take storytelling can be the most powerful, and how prioritizing people over possessions has shaped ...
What happens when a healer becomes the one who needs healing? In Episode 44 of Hear Where You Belong, host Dea Irby welcomes Dr. Michael J. Hession—physician, survivor, and author—for a compelling conversation on recovery and resilience. After surviving two near-death experiences, Michael shares his practical and profound three-word mantra: Acknowledge. Accept. Adapt. Drawing wisdom from Viktor Frankl and his own medical journey, M...
What happens when your world changes with one phone call? In this deeply moving episode of Hear Where You Belong, host Dea Irby sits down with Deb McNinch—wife, mother, speaker, and founder of the Battle Cry Prayer Movement—as she shares her powerful story of receiving news that shook her foundation and propelled her into an unexpected calling. From grief to grace, Deb turned pain into purpose by building a faith-based community fo...
In this deeply moving episode of Hear Where You Belong, host Dea Irby sits down with Juan Espinoza—veteran, speaker, and author of Unbroken: Turning Pain Into Purpose—to uncover the extraordinary journey of a man who has faced life’s darkest valleys and come out shining with resilience, hope, and purpose.
From a childhood shaped by abandonment and struggle to the front lines of Afghanistan, and through the emotional wreckage of divo...
What if fear isn’t the enemy but a misunderstood guide? In this powerful episode of Hear Where You Belong, host Dia Irby sits down with Emmy Award-winning life coach, bestselling author, and founder of the Fearless Living Institute, Rhonda Britten, to uncover the truth about fear, belonging, and resilience.
Rhonda’s journey is nothing short of extraordinary. At just 14 years old, she witnessed an unthinkable tragedy—her father m...
In this compelling episode of Hear Where You Belong, I sit down with David Libby—author, theologian, and seasoned Christian apologist—who has spent over 30 years as a self-employed logger in central Maine. A true pioneer in both his faith and lifestyle, David has hunted, foraged, and farmed while also diving deep into theology, philosophy, and Christian apologetics. But through personal battles with chronic illness in his family, h...
What does it truly mean to belong? In this episode of Hear Where You Belong, I sit down with Kevin Palmieri, the CFO, Founder, and Co-Host of Next Level University, a global top 100 self-improvement podcast. Kevin's journey is one of resilience, transformation, and discovering the power of internal belonging before external success.
In his mid-20s, Kevin seemed to have it all—financial success, a dream car, a beautiful girlfriend, a...
Welcome to Episode 38 of Hear Where You Belong, where I have the honor of speaking with Dennis Henson—a renowned educator, author, and leader in both real estate and personal growth. Dennis has dedicated over 30 years to curating empowering stories, quotes, and lessons that inspire individuals to unlock their full potential. As the Founder and President of Vanguard Marketing and Investments, Inc., he has transformed lives through h...
Welcome to Episode 37 of Hear Where You Belong! In this transformative episode, I sit down with Mario Wissa, a seasoned social communication expert with over 17 years of experience in intrapersonal, interpersonal, and group communication. Mario’s passion for enhancing communication skills has driven him to author three influential books—Empowering Communication Unleashed, 180 Degree You in 180 Days, and The Listener - Learn by Osmo...
Welcome to Episode 36 of Hear Where You Belong, where I sit down with the incomparable Chris Trew—a seasoned comedian, award-winning author, and improv pioneer whose journey spans over 100 comedy festivals across North America. With three acclaimed books under his belt—Improv Wins, Behind The Bench, and How to Build a Comedy Scene From Scratch—and a career that includes creating over 50 original comedy show formats and producing mo...
Welcome to Episode 35 of Hear Where You Belong, where I have the pleasure of hosting Alan Lazaros—a coach, trainer, podcaster, and the heart-driven, no BS force behind Next Level University. Alan’s journey is as inspiring as it is transformative.
From a tender age, Alan experienced profound loss: his father passed away in a car accident when he was just 2, and at 26, he narrowly escaped death in his own near-fatal accident. T...
Welcome to Episode 34 of Hear Where You Belong, where I have the distinct pleasure of hosting Roni Robbins—an award-winning author and seasoned journalist with 36 years of experience. Roni’s illustrious career spans roles as a freelance reporter for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution and Medscape/WebMD, and as an editor for prestigious publications like the Atlanta Jewish Times and The Times of Israel. Her work has appeared in...
Welcome to Episode 33 ofHear Where You Belong, where I have the honor of hosting the multifaceted Brenda Seefeldt—a pastor, author, speaker, wife, mom, and Oma—whose life and ministry are all about authentic connection and transformational conversation.
In this inspiring episode, Brenda shares her journey as the pastor of Larger Story Church, a dynamic hybrid church that meets over Zoom and makes conversation a core element of worsh...
In Episode 32 of Hear Where You Belong, join us for an electrifying conversation with Rob Rene—a former high-level athlete and near-death survivor whose life was radically transformed after a near-fatal accident. Rob has turned his profound personal journey into a mission for empowering others, emerging as an inspiring keynote speaker, herbalist, and molecular hydrogen researcher with a deep passion for natural health.
Rob’s story i...
In Episode 31 ofHear Where You Belong, we sit down with Ian Chamandy—a purpose architect who has empowered over 400 organizations to distill their mission into a potent seven-word statement. With two decades of experience and a unique proprietary blueprint process, Ian reveals how each word in your purpose statement holds immense power, stripping away the excess until only what truly matters remains.
In this engaging conversation, I...
In Episode 30 of Hear Where You Belong, we welcome the extraordinary Aisha Makara—a world traveler, artist, and visionary whose incredible life journey is a testament to resilience, creativity, and the search for belonging. Born in Mongolia and orphaned at just two years old, Aisha’s life has been anything but ordinary. With over 60 countries stamped in her passport and accomplishments that span multiple fields, she has consistentl...
What does it mean to truly belong? In Episode 29 of Hear Where You Belong, Dr. Deborah Heiser, an applied developmental psychologist and founder of The Mentor Project, invites us into her world—a world where connection is the cornerstone of growth and mentorship is the bridge to transformation.
Dr. Heiser’s story is one of discovery and purpose. As a shy, introverted child, she learned early on that meaningful connections don’t co...
In Episode 28 of Hear Where You Belong, we dive into the inspiring story of Diana Graham, MPA, MBA—a visionary leader dedicated to creating extraordinary opportunities for individuals and organizations across the globe.
Diana’s journey is a testament to resilience, leadership, and the power of purpose. Her story begins in the military, where she served as a Battalion-level Patient Administrator during Operation Iraqi Freedom in 2...
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