Not A Great Whisperer

Not A Great Whisperer

Interviewing ordinary people living extraordinary lives on their own terms. Not a great whisperer is focused on owning your truth, being vulnerable and empowering people to do the same. We support so many communities of people and hope we can make an impact on the lives of others and be happy in the present. Join us for different topics and guests every week with unedited conversations to wow our listeners.

Episodes

December 9, 2024
Robert Hamilton Owens is the kind of guest who doesn’t just inspire you—he makes you want to jump up and take action. In this episode, Katy Rey dives into the extraordinary life of a man who has faced more challenges, achieved more victories, and made more of an impact than most of us can imagine. Robert isn’t just someone who’s lived a life worth hearing about—he’s someone who shows you what’s possible when you push past your limi...
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Prepare to be inspired as Katy Rey welcomes the phenomenal Courtnie Nichols to Not a Great Whisperer. Courtnie isn’t just making waves in the travel industry; she’s creating a whole new ocean. As a Business Strategist, Luxury Travel Advisor, and the powerhouse founder of The Biz Huddle, Courtnie has made it her mission to equip today’s travel advisors with the tools, insights, and mentorship they need to break barriers and redefine...
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Join Katy Rey as she sits down with the incredible Chason Forehand for a Not a Great Whisperer episode filled with inspiration, laughter, and raw honesty. Chason’s journey is anything but ordinary—he’s faced trauma, battled addiction, and even experienced homelessness. But through it all, he found his way out, thanks to an unexpected source: his passion for culinary arts and the healing power of community.
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In this thought-provoking episode of Not a Great Whisperer, Katy Rey welcomes Carolina Mendonca, a true powerhouse in the mental health world. Carolina's journey from Brazil to New Jersey, and now to Florida is filled with inspiring experiences and powerful lessons in resilience, self-understanding, and helping others.
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Tune in to this episode of Not a Great Whisperer, as Katy Rey sits down with the absolutely remarkable Carol Gravante, a woman who has not only lived an incredible life but has used every part of her journey to serve others. Carol is the kind of person you instantly fall in love with — her energy, heart, and unwavering commitment to making the world a better place radiate in everything she does. From her early years as a proud Air ...
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Katy Rey chats with the one and only Alysa Southall, a truly phenomenal human being whose heart and soul are poured into everything she does. Alysa is the founder and owner of A People Partner, an HR and recruiting firm that goes beyond the norm. But what sets her apart isn’t just her professional expertise—it’s her genuine love for people. Alysa’s life has been defined by her relentless commitment to creating a better, more inclus...
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Jennifer Gilman knows firsthand what it’s like to struggle with health challenges that seem impossible to overcome. With a weak immune system, thyroid issues, and an autoimmune disease, Jennifer faced a turning point in her life. Conventional medicine wasn’t cutting it, so she took a different route—a route that led her to become the vibrant, passionate health coach she is today.
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Katy Rey welcomes the truly amazing Lisa Hansen, a woman who seems to do it all—and does it all incredibly well. Lisa is a mom of two boys, a mechanical engineer, a talented pastry chef, and the founder of the Thriving Women's Conference. If you ever needed proof that you can chase your dreams and still have a fulfilling life, Lisa is it.
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This episode features Katy Rey in conversation with the incredible Jabari Irons, a man who’s making a big impact in his community and beyond. A proud Fort Myers native, Jabari wears many hats—he’s a dedicated school teacher, a fierce Team USA wrestler, and the driving force behind Irons Elite Wrestling Club. But more than any title, Jabari is a man who puts his heart and soul into everything he does, deeply committed to making a di...
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Curiosity and creativity collide in a warm, wide-ranging conversation with Mitzi Ocasio, children’s book author and host of Mitzi, Let’s Think About It, whose blend of imagination and introspection keeps the dialogue lively; their easy rapport—sparked when Katy guested on Mitzi’s show—returns here on Not a Great Whisperer as the two trade stories, probe disagreements, and uncover surprising common ground through thoughtful, playful...
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High-octane energy and life‑rewriting grit collide in a conversation with Susan Guidi—comedian and improviser, pioneering sonographer, business owner, bodybuilding champion, and motivational speaker—whose relentless curiosity and “age is just a number” ethos propel every story she tells; after a pandemic wake‑up call that pushed her into new arenas, she explains how comedy stages, clinical breakthroughs, entrepreneurship, and compe...
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Catch the latest episode of Not a Great Whisperer, where host Katy Rey chats with the amazing Phil Nahajewski, a down‑to‑earth CFO who makes finance fun and relatable; from his childhood as an identical twin in a bustling Detroit neighborhood to his role as a partner at the Florida CFO Group, Phil shares memorable stories, practical lessons, and candid insights on leadership, money, and career growth—expect warm anecdotes, clear ta...
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Brimming with heart and purpose, this episode of Not a Great Whisperer features an inspiring conversation with Jim Hardwick, sales expert and cofounder of the Hardwick Foundation; after a visit to Kenya revealed a desperate need for dental care, Jim and his wife Jodi turned that urgency into a nonprofit that’s since organized multiple life‑changing trips, delivering essential dental services to hundreds who otherwise had no access—...
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Expect a wild ride on Not a Great Whisperer as the magnetic Kimberlee Nicole Smith—storyteller, status‑quo disrupter, and founder/CEO of The Tenacious Rose Project—brings her fierce spirit and unapologetic energy to a conversation that shifts atmosphere and challenges assumptions; through vivid stories and sharp insight she maps the work of elevating marginalized voices and driving audacious social change, delivering a candid, elec...
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Laughs and heart collide in a warm, revealing conversation with Chelsey Goodan, author of Underestimated: The Wisdom and Power of Teenage Girls, whose bubbly candor and deep respect for young voices turn vulnerability into strength; joined by host Katy Rey on Not a Great Whisperer, they unpack the surprising wisdom of teenage girls, the power of authenticity, and practical ways adults can listen better, delivering a rollercoaster o...
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Expect a lively, deeply reflective conversation that blends creativity and courage as Jillian Abby—a storm of imagination and bold, life‑changing ideas—unpacks vivid stories and practical insights that invite listeners to embrace change and evolve; the chemistry between her and host Katy Rey feels like two longtime friends trading candid reflections, which turns each anecdote into a call to action and leaves listeners seeing their ...
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A fierce protector and relentless advocate, Kate Spurlock brings courtroom grit and deep empathy to a conversation about justice, survivor advocacy, and public service; as the Pinellas County Assistant State Attorney in the Special Victims Unit and a candidate for Circuit Court Judge in the Sixth Circuit (Pinellas and Pasco Counties), Group 9, she discusses the human stories behind the cases, the emotional labor of prosecuting crim...
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Empathy-driven leadership and entrepreneurial savvy converge in a revealing conversation with Christy Vogel, CEO of Marketing Direction and founder of the nonprofit Sounding Joy, as she traces a career shaped by a love of communication—from childhood dreams of starring in commercials to leading impactful marketing campaigns and building mission‑driven work that feels like a calling; on Not a Great Whisperer, Christy and host Katy R...
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Janice Noehulani brings an infectious energy and a deeply compassionate perspective to a conversation that blends laughter with transformation; a natural‑born psychic and healer who began seeing spirits at a young age, she walks listeners through how empathic abilities and emotional honesty can become gateways to deeper understanding, how facing life’s illusions opens the path to growth, and how connection with the divine can be pr...
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From Minnesota to Atlanta, Colleen Murphy‑Gomez turns everyday moments into marketing magic—she grew up belting TV commercial jingles in her family living room, studied marketing at St. Cloud State University, and learned the real craft of the trade by building relationships early in her career; on Not a Great Whisperer, host Katy Rey and Colleen trade stories about the people‑first side of marketing, the power of networking, and h...
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