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THE BRAVE FILES

Stories from people living courageously.

Fear either owns you or empowers you! This is what I explore with my guests on The Brave Files, a podcast featuring people who live courageously and helping ALL of us who are working to transform doubt and worry into fuel that will propel us toward our dreams and get through the tough times.

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Paige Chenault, founder of The Birthday Party Project, encourages us to live bigger and spread joy in order to change lives. The Brave Files.

Joy Changes Lives – EP. 92

Paige Chenault
Joy • Grit • Compassion

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Andrew Moxon is a writer who went viral on Twitter after comparing microaggressions of general violence towards women to being “kicked in the balls.” He chooses to create an atmosphere of change, because we CAN make a difference if we stand up and fight! The Brave Files.

Speaking The Uncomfortable Truth – EP. 91

Andrew Moxon
Frame • Art • Spirit

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On this Thanksgiving Day, listeners and loved ones of The Brave Files Podcast call in to share their gratitude. Let's grow grateful together!

Growing Grateful Together – EP. 90

Gratitude Special
Gratitude • Growth • Community

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Growing up in an abusive household, Leah Carey was subjected to sexual trauma from an early age. Tune in to hear about Leah’s transformative journey where she learned to heal old sexual issues, love her own body, and discover how to truly enjoy sex! The Brave Files.

Sex: From Trauma To Empowerment – EP. 88

Leah Carey
Sex • Reclamation • Healing

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America's First Transgender Infantryman – EP. 87

Trish King
Bold • Intentional • Faith

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After the loss of his father, Mike Burton found himself grappling with his own grief process and learning to grow through it. Join us as we discuss the power found in acknowledging when we’re wrong and the breakthrough that happens when we take off the armor and allow ourselves to experience real, raw emotions. The Brave Files.

Losing My Father, Finding Myself – EP. 86

Mike Burton
Honesty • Resourcefulness • Passion

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After losing his vision at a young age, Maxwell Ivey learned the power in staying flexible as he adapted and eventually became known as The Blind Blogger. The Brave Files.

Learning To Be Flexible – EP. 85

Maxwell Ivey
Flexible • Fearless • Humble

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After surviving years of domestic violence and abuse, Nataleen Henry learned to use dance and the retelling of her story to heal and empower others. The Brave Files.

Resilience in the Dark – EP. 84

Nataleen Henry
Brave • Strong • Resilient

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Gabrielle Hartley, divorce lawyer, coach, and mediator, shares the five key elements to navigating divorce in a healthy way. The Brave Files.

Better Apart: When Divorce is the Healthy Option – EP. 83

Gabrielle Hartley
Exciting • Free-Flowing • Scary

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Bullying: Breaking The Cycle – EP. 82

Tracey Maxfield
Inspiring • Hopeful • Surreal

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After experiencing a learning trip to Africa, Mandy North decided to stand in solidarity with refugees by participating in a ration challenge. The Brave Files.

Standing In Solidarity – EP. 81

Mandy North
Engaged • Compassionate • Conscious

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Social Justice, Anti-Racism: As an anti-bias educator and consultant, Liz Kleinrock works to give children access to language and conversations many people assume too complex for young minds. The Brave Files.

Teaching Kids To Transform The World – EP. 80

Liz Kleinrock
Learner • Educator • Evolving

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Mike Cortes tells his story as a first responder during the terrorist attacks of 9/11. The Brave Files.

I Didn't Feel Brave At All: A First Responder Remembers 9/11 – EP. 79

Mike Cortes
Attacked • Intentional • Repurpose

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As a holistic healer and writer, Laura Di Franco shares her own brave writing process and teaches others to overcome their fears, share their voice, and live in authentic way. The Brave Files.

Embrace Your Brave Voice – EP. 78

Laura Di Franco
Grateful • Generous • Genuine

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SACRED REST! Author, speaker, and board-certified internal medicine physician, Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith, focuses on healing the whole person - mind, body, and spirit - through the art of rest. The Brave Files.

The Gifts of Rest – EP. 77

Saundra Dalton-Smith
Rest • Harmony • Restoration

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Shawn Anderson is a lifetime entrepreneur, seven-time author, and creator of “Extra Mile Day”. Shawn encourages us all to bravely take the next small step in the direction of our dreams. We each have the power to change our own lives. Vision. The Brave Files.

Going The Extra Mile – EP. 76

Shawn Anderson
Extra • Mile • Living

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Born missing her right arm below the elbow, Anoushé Husain is constantly breaking the mold. She challenges her own potential - both physically and mentally. Now as a competitive climber, she shows others that it’s ability, not disability, that matters most. The Brave Files.

Breaking The Mold – EP. 75

Anoushe Husain
Stubborn • Determined • Hopeful

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As a positivity expert and life coach, Emily Klein is dedicated to helping women move through and release the shame, fear, and unworthiness preventing them from living a joyful life. The Brave Files.

Choosing A Joyful Life – EP. 74

Emily Klein
Vulnerable • Bold • Grateful

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Harry Sherwood dedicates his life to helping others create conscious lives. After traveling the world, living with Yogis, monks, and martial arts masters, Harry teaches people how to create lasting health and powerful change in their lives. The Brave Files.

Creating A Conscious Life – EP. 73

Harry Sherwood
Belief • Magic • Adventure

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After shedding her harmful religious upbringing, Max Tang learned to love herself by getting curious about the world around her. Max’s journey of self-discovery teaches us that small steps of bravery can lead to a truly happy life. The Brave Files.

Bravely Curious – EP. 72

Max Tang
Jubilant • Evolving • Twice-Born

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Throughout his lifetime, Jason Eric Ross reinvented himself over and over. Amazingly, he discovered a way to juggle it all as a licensed psychotherapist, mental health counselor, writer, and actor. He never sacrificed his goals demonstrating that determination and focus lead to a life of no regrets. The Brave Files.

No Regrets – EP. 71

Jason Eric Ross
Determined • Flexible • Empathic

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Lee Lee McKnight believes in the power of intention. She founded her business, The Perpetual You, in order to provide encouragement, support, and community for women focused on living with more intention. The Brave Files.

Perpetual Intention – EP. 70

Lee Lee McKnight
Intention • Collaboration • Revelation

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After a decade of infertility struggles, Supna Shah gave birth to triplets and birthed a business of her own focused on nurturing emotional intelligence in kids. Now, she understands the importance of following the universe’s lead and shrugging off the struggle in order to lead a happy life. The Brave Files.

Nurturing Emotional Intelligence – EP. 69

Supna Doshi
Joy • Purpose • Gratitude

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