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I am beyond excited to share the conversation I recently had with this week’s guest, none other than Mr. Houseplant! If you haven’t heard of him yet, you have GOT to check out his TikTok videos - he knows SO MUCH about plants and is very creative with them too. Listen as Mr. Houseplant reveals the question you need to ask when looking for your next plant, which types he recommends for beginners, what he LOVES about venus flytraps, which plants you may want to avoid, the one question he gets asked the most, and so much more! I was beyond impressed not only by his knowledge, but by his refreshing attitude toward plant care. This is one episode you don’t want to miss!

Want to connect with Mr. Houseplant so you can hear his latest advice for plant parents? Then be sure to follow him @mrhouseplant on TikTok, YouTube, Twitter, and Facebook and @nikolicvladan on Instagram!

What does it mean to be successful? My guest this week, Adam Corcoran, had a lot to say about this, yet was so genuine during our 35-minute conversation that he rarely, if ever, even used the word “success”! As you’ll hear, Adam, now the Director of Business Development for Golden Care, a home care agency in Naples, FL, took a few twists and turns in his career before finding his professional happy place. Start with some self-reflection, mix in some work-life balance, add a growing family, sprinkle in a true desire to help others, and add a large helping of GaryVee, and you’ll understand how to use Adam’s recipe for success in your own life!

To connect with Adam and his amazing spirit after this episode, look for him on Instagram @theadamcorcoran and on Facebook @adamcorcoran!

Vaisakh Sabu, my guest this week, may just be the happiest in AdultFluent history! And why shouldn’t he be, after bouts of depression, taking medication, and suffering debilitating seizures led him to the peace and fulfillment he experienced after taking the Inner Engineering course in yoga. Now a yogi with an hours-long daily practice and a Master’s Degree in Psychology, Vaisakh has found true and lasting happiness by helping others through his YouTube channel. Following his recent appearance on Tea With GaryVee and enlightening his 36,000 subscribers with amazing content, Vaisakh’s future is truly unlimited.

Ready to connect with Vaisakh? You can find him on Youtube:@Vaisakhsabuinnerengineered, Instagram and LinkedIn @vaisu90, and on Twitter @vaisakhsabu90!

Ready for another AdultFluent first? Today’s guest, Tanner Simpson, is the first world champion ever to appear on the podcast! Tanner, a martial artist since the age of 4, combines the arts with gymnastics, break dancing, and capoeira to create routines that are simply amazing! Raised by parents who helped him find his passion and who never let him quit, Tanner won a world championship by the time he was only 16-years-old.

Now, after also having coached four world champions himself, he’s honed in on what he believes are the conditions that enable people to develop discipline and reach elite status, insights that he shared during our 20-minute conversation! One thing is clear: With his incredible discipline and desire to help others reach the highest levels of achievement, Tanner is well on his way to unlimited success!

If you’d like to connect with Tanner Simpson after this episode, you can find him on Instagram @athletementor and on Facebook by searching for “Elite Athlete Community”!

My guest this week on the AdultFluent podcast, Nick Zatta, is one of the most well-rounded, multi-talented people I’ve ever met.  Listen as he describes how he discovered his true passions and talents while changing his college major four times, only to work himself into a fifth field - digital marketing - in just two months! A huge fan of GaryVee, Nick believes that in 2021, it’s possible to learn just about anything online to get yourself to exactly where you want to be.  You’ll love his life-tested advice and fresh perspective that just may help you find your own way too.

If you’d like to connect with Nick after this episode, you can find him on Instagram @nickzatta or with a search for “Nicholas Zatta” on LinkedIn!

Are you ready for a pick-me-up? Then look no further, because this week’s guest, Andrea Adames, radiates positivity and perseverance like a beam of light! An event production professional, dancer, and new mother, Andrea gives a behind-the-scenes look at the process of putting together concerts and other live events like the one she worked on for famous Latin artist Marc Anthony. She also describes the fear, wonder, and amazing aftermath of her recent appearance on Tea With GaryVee! You’ll love Andrea’s incredible advice for sticking with anything - even during the tough times - and leave feeling refreshed and inspired.

Want to connect with Andrea?  You can find her on Instagram @adamesandrea, Facebook @andrea.adamesyarza, and LinkedIn @andrea-adames-yarza!

I am honored to present one of the deepest conversations that I have ever had - on AdultFluent or anywhere else - with this week’s guest, Felipe Muñoz! Raised in Norway by his parents after they emigrated there from Chile, Felipe describes how he stays positive, gets real about his search for happiness, and shares his dreams of creating content for social media and community for his subscribers. Listen as Felipe and I open up to each other about where we came from and how we became who we are today. Generous and driven to make a difference in the world, Felipe is well on his way to seeing all of his dreams come true!

After you’ve finished, be sure to connect with Felipe on Instagram @felipefromnorth and on YouTube @felipemunoz1993 !

Would you like to find out what people in the social media marketing world might be missing?  Then look no further, because this week’s AdultFluent guest, social media marketing guru and CEO of Let’s Go! Advertising, Emanuel Mara, is a true visionary, and he’s ready to share his unique vision and perspective with you!  Emanuel, whose first sales job was helping his father at flea markets from the age of 7, began to sell print advertising by the time he was 19. There, he saw a golden opportunity in social media marketing, ran with it, and the rest is history! Listen as Emanuel, now a successful entrepreneur himself, discusses his favorite platforms and approaches as well as what he feels is the best way to spot trends and for your content to go viral He also offers tips for success in any business and reveals what the true goal of your social media marketing campaign should be.

Once you’ve absorbed all of Emanuel’s marketing know-how, be sure to connect with him on Facebook and Instagram @emanuelfmara and LinkedIn @emanuel-mara!

In this week’s AdultFluent episode, my guest, Chelsey Preston, talks openly and honestly about what she decided and then did that set her on a path to finding herself and discovering a level of happiness and contentment she never knew existed. When she was in her 20s, Chelsey, the youngest of five in her family and a proud Southerner from Biloxi, Mississippi, knew what she needed, trusted her gut, and made two huge moves despite what others around her were saying. Listen as she describes what led up to these pivotal moments in her life, the challenges she faced, and the unforgettable lessons she’s learned along the way. You don’t want to miss this one! Then, when you’re finished, be sure to connect with Chelsey on Instagram @chelseylashae !

My guest on this week’s episode of AdultFluent, Benner Call, not only has one of the coolest names I’ve ever heard, but he is also one of the coolest people I’ve ever had the privilege of interviewing! A US Army veteran, Benner has parachuted, flown, attended survival school, traveled the world, and appeared on Tea With Gary Vee. Listen as Benner describes the timeless lessons he learned in the Army and how he has applied them to his life. Now a full-time student and father, Benner uses the power of persistence to propel himself forward to the fantastic future awaiting him and his family . I know you’ll be as impressed by his drive and tenacity as I was!

Once you’re finished, be sure to connect with Benner on Facebook @benner.call, Instagram @bennercall76, TikTok @bennercall, LinkedIn @benner-call!

This week’s episode with Sarah Maddack was an epiphany - a shining, defining moment in the history of AdultFluent. That’s because Sarah, a rapper and content creator with over one million TikTok followers  - is one of the most refreshing and happiest people I have ever met, and that energy came through loud and clear during our interview. Listen as Sarah describes what she learned from her family, a life-changing job she held for five summers, and her faith that led to the incredible success she’s had since the video for her song “Hey Slug” weht viral less than a year ago. Grateful, excited, posting daily, writing a book, and building a new business doing what she loves, Sarah is walking, rapping proof that #everythingispossible!

Once you’ve soaked in all of Sarah’s positivity and passion, you can connect with her on TikTok and Instagram @sarahmaddack. Also check out her songs on Spotify!

Have you ever wondered why some homes sell super fast? Then get ready to learn one reason why, because my guest on this week’s episode of AdultFluent, home stager Mollie Sheridan, takes us behind the scenes with an introduction to this vital, though sometimes misunderstood part of the process. To Mollie, home staging is an art, and her goal is to help buyers see a new space as just that - a home that they can truly see themselves living in. Whether using existing pieces or some from their own collections, home stagers declutter and freshen up a space to help sell a home faster and for a higher price. I know you’ll love hearing how Mollie found her way to this business, as well as the simple yet powerful lesson she learned about business and life from her recent talk with Gary Vee that she now wants to pass on to others!

Once you’ve finished the episode, feel free to connect with Mollie on Facebook @mollie.jane.330 and Instagram @mollie_sherid!

I am so happy that you get to hear my conversation with this week’s guest, Shara Ruffin, because I can tell that she is about to BLOW UP!! Listen as Shara, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and LinkedIn creator with close to 40,000 followers, shares her amazing journey from an abusive childhood home through difficult adult relationships to the breakthroughs that taught her what it took to truly know herself. Lately, so many people on social media have also been seeing Shara  for who she is: a clear, candid professional who genuinely cares about others. Now a mentor on Clubhouse to future  social workers while raising a family and getting ready to open her own private practice, Shara is deeply committed to using all she’s learned to empower women especially to see themselves as more than caregivers and with the power to do anything!

Once you’ve soaked in all of Shara’s truth and wisdom, be sure to connect with her on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Clubhouse @shararuffin, Instagram @shara_ruffin, and Facebook @journeytohealingandwellness!

I promise - you are going to LOVE this week’s AdultFluent episode, which features none other than Kal Smith - actor, model, and social media superstar! Kal is one of the most fun, fresh, and genuine people I’ve ever met, and I feel so fortunate to be able to share his wonderful energy with you. Listen as Kal, a TikTok creator with more than 1.1 million followers, describes how he recreated the iconic character Ed from the 90s Nickelodeon TV show All That and movie Good Burger, first in a viral 10-second Twitter video that got 1.2 million views in two days, and later at cosplay conventions, Nickelodeon pop-ups, and social media!  Always in character and with his heart on his sleeve, Kal’s mission as Ed is to make sure his adoring fans have a fun, unforgettable experience every time. Kal and I also discuss his amazing journey from college student to co-lead in a Hollywood movie, his roles in professional theater, and all the fun he’s had along the way!

Once you’ve enjoyed all of Kal’s awesome stories and energy, you can connect with him on Twitter and Instagram @kal_smith17 and on TikTok @goodburgered .

This week’s AdultFluent guest is automotive YouTuber and my fellow Floridian, Alexis Cisnero! After I heard of him through Tea With GaryVee, I knew that he would have so many valuable things to say, and he didn’t disappoint! .Listen as Alexis, one of my youngest guests and also one of the most open people I’ve ever had the privilege of speaking with, shares his journey of growing into the responsible yet ambitious man he’s become. A child of divorce, Alexis reveals what he’s learned from life and GaryVee that took him from getting into trouble to influencing others with his passion for cars and life! 22-years-old and with a family of his own, Alexis still makes time to pursue his dreams, knowing that he’s well on his way to reaching the greatness he’s destined for.

After the podcast, be sure to connect with Alexis on YouTube and Twitter @alexiscisnero, Instagram @alexiscisnero_, and TikTok @cisnerofamily.

On this week’s episode, my guest, digital marketer and social media queen Angela Giles gets right down to business to reveal how she helps people turn their passions into profits! Find out how Angela has used her creativity and knack for getting things done to build her incredibly successful business all while working from home as a married mother of three! She believes that in today’s world, with the right approach, anyone from any background can have a successful online business. Once you’ve learned some of the tips and tricks that Angela has picked up over her 18 years  in the digital arena, be sure to connect with her at angelagiles.com or simple-profit.com. Also check out  her groundbreaking Simple Profit Community on Facebook or see what inspires her more than 22,000 Pinterest followers @angelakgiles, where she provides insights and tools on the power of mindset, how to get clients, and so much more!

***Warning*** Please know that this week’s AdultFluent episode contains in-depth, honest discussions of addiction and homelessness, which are often overlooked during the holidays and also briefly touches on suicide and depression.  While we believe that this episode will inspire you as well as expand your awareness of these topics, if any of them are triggering for you, ,please consider this before listening.****

AdultFluent is about to get real and raw. I feel honored to present the amazingly candid and inspiring conversation that I recently shared with this week’s guest, Mariah Coleman. A survivor of addiction and homelessness, Mariah opened up to me in unflinching detail about her life as a college athlete, her path into drugs and rehab, and how she met the angel who helped her and her mother to find a home of their own again. Through it all, Mariah was open, honest, and wanted only to share her truth and what she learned along the way in order to help others.  I am sure that you will be as impressed and moved by her story as I was. To connect with Mariah, visit her on Instagram, Facebook, and Youtube @lettielotoj.

Join us for the 3rd episode of AdultFluent where Michelle shares with us her amazing journey and all the things she learned along the way.

In this episode I have an exciting conversation with Dr. Malik Boykin, currently a professor at Brown University. Dr. Boykin shares some incredible stories and perspectives with us and shares his passions. This special episode features music by Malik Starx, Dr. Boykin's stage name. As a special treat, the entirety of his song titled, “My Special One” will be played at the end of his episode.

In this episode I interview TikTok star, glassblower, and entrepreneur Maayan Gordon as she shares with us some incredible stories, insights and how she's overcome some major challenges in her life.