Poddin' My Noggin

Guest Name: Dr. Liz DeBetta

https://www.lizdebetta.com/unmothered

Instagram: dr.liz.debetta

TikTok: @dr.liz.debetta

Summary

In this powerful episode of Poddin’ My Noggin, Dr. Liz DeBetta opens up about her journey as an adoptee and the lifelong emotional impact of navigating identity, belonging, and healing. She discusses how poetry, theater, and education helped her process her feelings and led to the development of her healing fra...

Guest Name: Hersh Rephun

yesbrandbuilders.com

Instagram: hersh4all

Summary:

In this inspiring episode of Poddin' My Noggin, host C.K. Simms sits down with Hersh Rephun, a comedian turned branding expert, to unpack a life shaped by creativity, courage, and authenticity. Hersh shares reflections from his early days in New York, his career evolution in Los Angeles, and how the pandemic pushed him to realign with his true purpose. They exp...

Guest Name: Bruce Chalmer

https://brucechalmer.com/

https://couplestherapyinsevenwords.com/

YouTube: brucechalmer

Summary

In this thought-provoking episode of Poddin’ My Noggin, Dr. Bruce Chalmer delves into the emotional terrain of betrayal, forgiveness, and faith. With an unconventional path to becoming a therapist, Dr. Chalmer shares insights into why couples therapy often creates deeper transformation than individual therapy alo...

Feeling angry, helpless, and overwhelmed by the state of the world? You're not alone. In this raw and unfiltered solo episode of Poddin’ My Noggin, host C.K. Simms opens up about the emotional toll of 2025, from political division and social injustice to personal grief and healing.The unexpected challenges of raising a puppy, and the chaos in Canadian and U.S. politics, C.K. speaks truth to power. He tackles everything from whi...

Guest Name: Elizabeth Bruckner

https://createwellnessproject.com/

Summary

In this episode of Poddin' My Noggin, host C.K. Simms sits down with Elizabeth Bruckner, acupuncturist and author of The Homesteader Mindset, to discuss her path from facing health challenges as a child to becoming a passionate advocate for alternative medicine and sustainable living. Elizabeth shares insights on the evolution of urban homesteading, the gut-heal...

Guest Name: Larry Bograd

https://www.larrybograd.com/

Instagram: larrybograd

Summary

In this heartfelt episode of Poddin' My Noggin, host C.K. Simms speaks with author Larry Bograd about his memoir Blood Flow: A Son's 40-Year Journey to Understand His Father's Suicide. Together, they explore the emotional aftermath of suicide, the stigma of mental illness in the 1960s, and how Larry’s decades-long writing process helped...

Guest Name: Clementine Moss

https://www.clemthegreat.com/

https://www.zepparella.com/

Instagram & Facebook: clementinemossmusic

Summary

In this inspiring episode of Poddin' My Noggin, host C.K. Simms sits down with Clementine Moss, musician, spiritual counselor, and drummer for the American Led Zeppelin tribute band, Zepparella. Clementine shares her journey from a writer in Southern California to a drummer in New York City,...

Guest Name: Shellie R. Warren

Read articles by Shellie at https://www.xonecole.com/u/shellie-r-warren

Contact: missnosipho@gmail.com

Summary:

In this heartfelt episode of Poddin’ My Noggin, C.K. Simms welcomes Shellie R. Warren—writer, speaker, and doula—for a deep dive into personal transformation, the sacrifices we make for self-acceptance, and the layered beauty of human relationships. Together, they unpack the emotional truths ...

Guest Name: Dr. Nigel Brayer

https://drnigelbrayer.com/

Instagram: drnigelbrayer

Summary

In this powerful episode of Poddin’ My Noggin, host C.K. Simms speaks with Dr. Nigel Brayer, the visionary behind the Ironclad Bladder System. Inspired by his wife’s post-childbirth incontinence, Dr. Brayer developed a holistic, science-backed program that integrates neurology, acupuncture, and physical therapy to help women regain control over...

Guest Name: Dr. Brett Cordes

https://theburnoutdoc.com/

Instagram & Facebook: the.burnoutdoc

SummaryIn this compelling episode of Poddin’ My Noggin, host C.K. Simms sits down with Dr. Brett Cordes, an ENT surgeon and cancer survivor whose journey through addiction and recovery led him to a new purpose—supporting physicians as a life coach. Dr. Cordes opens up about the intense pressures he faced from an early age, the life-alt...

Guest Name: Paolo Gaudiano

https://www.aleria.tech

LinkedIn: pgaudiano

Summary

In this thought-provoking episode of Poddin' My Noggin, host C.K. Simms sits down with Paolo Gaudiano, author of Measuring Inclusion: Higher Profits and Happier People without Guesswork or Backlash. Together, they unpack what it truly means to foster inclusion in the workplace. Gaudiano challenges traditional views, defining inclusion not as a feelin...

Guest Name: Gretchen Schoser

https://schosersolutions.com/

https://goesoninourheads.net/

Instagram: @gschoser_aka_grex

Summary

In this powerful episode of Poddin’ My Noggin, host C.K. Simms sits down with Gretchen Schoser for an open and emotional conversation about identity, resilience, and the journey toward healing. Gretchen shares her life story—growing up in a loving and accepting family, yet still grappling with substance abus...

Guest Name: Jim Tracy

https://thegrampion.com/

https://thejimtracy.com/

Instagram: @towerjim

Summary

In this engaging conversation, C.K. Simms interviews Jim Tracy, known as the Grampion, who shares his inspiring journey of overcoming a life-changing ski accident and his passion for mentorship across generations. Jim discusses the importance of building relationships, respect, and kindness in both personal and professional settings....

Guest Name: Andrew Davie

https://andrew-davie.com/

Instagram: @adavieauthor

Summary

In this episode of Poddin' My Noggin, host C.K. Simms speaks with Andrew Davie, who shares his life-changing experience of surviving a ruptured brain aneurysm. Andrew discusses the medical details of the condition, his symptoms, and the critical moments leading up to his surgery. He reflects on his recovery journey, including the physical and em...

Guest Name: Dr. Cristina Leport

https://cristinaleport.com

Instagram: @cristinaleport

Summary

In this episode of Poddin' My Noggin, host C.K. Simms interviews Dr. Cristina Leport, a cardiologist and author of the medical thriller 'Change of Heart.' Cristina shares her journey from a young girl in Italy aspiring to be a doctor to becoming a successful author. She discusses her transition to writing thrillers and the them...

Guest Name: Dr. Stephan Neff

https://neffinspiration.com/

Instagram, Facebook & YouTube: neffinspiration

LinkedIn: stephan-neff-author

Summary

In this episode of Poddin' My Noggin, host C.K. Simms speaks with Dr. Stephan Neff, a retired anesthesiologist and functional medicine practitioner. They discuss Dr. Neff's journey through trauma, the impact of alcohol on his life, and the importance of emotional intelligence in relationships...

Guest Name: Robert A. Lane

https://www.robertlanecoaching.com/

https://www.laneslaire.com/

Instagram: @robertlanecoaching & @laneslaire

Summary

In this episode of Poddin' My Noggin, host C.K. Simms engages in a deep conversation with Robert A. Lane about the challenges and rewards of entrepreneurship, the importance of resilience and authenticity, and the journey of personal growth through coaching. They discuss the nuances ...

Guest Name: JackKammer

https://www.malefriendlymedia.com/

Summary

In this episode, C.K. Simms and Jack Kammer engage in a thought-provoking discussion about gender issues, focusing on the often-overlooked male perspective. They explore the societal expectations placed on men, the emotional struggles they face, and the need for a more inclusive dialogue around masculinity. The conversation delves into the contrasting power structur...

Guest Name: David Maeda

https://www.davidmaeda.com/

Instagram: @mrmaximoto

Summary

In this episode of Poddin' My Noggin, host C.K. Simms interviews David Maeda, a former elections official and author of the memoir 'This Is Not Who We Are.' They discuss David's journey through mental health struggles, the complexities of the election process, and the impact of racism and identity on personal experiences. David shares...