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  • From Front Door to Center Stage with Julie Deem
    Jan 16 2026
    Have you ever wanted to attend an event and felt a little shy about going by yourself? Maybe you’re an introvert, or maybe your personality isn’t as outgoing as others. In this episode, our special guest, Julie Deem, shares how she went from just wanting to go to the event to now speaking on stage at this podcasting event. Also, Julie and Shā share how fun it is to acknowledge those full-circle moments in life. Julie Deem is a podcaster, podcast manager, and the founder of The Business Podcast Editor. She helps individuals and businesses grow their podcasts by creating customized strategies to increase their impact. Julie hosts two successful podcasts: UNITED State of Women, empowering women to embrace their purpose, and Not Your Mom’s Sales Podcast, helping businesses leverage podcasting as a marketing tool. In her free time, Julie mentors young survivors of trafficking with the non-profit Allies-Inc and loves spending time with her two beautiful daughters. She’s passionate about empowering others to find their voice in the podcasting world. We invite you to connect with her on her website at www.thebusinesspodcasteditor.com Feel free to reach out to her through email thebusinesspodcasteditor@gmail.com Instagram @indymompreneur ______ What if your next level of success isn’t found in striving alone… But inside a community of purpose-driven leaders who pour into each other’s growth, vision, and legacy? Meet Shā Sparks. She is a Chief Excitement Officer, a Certified Fearless Living Coach (CFLC), Co-Creator of The Makers Machine: Inner Circle, and award-winning host of The Shā Sparks Show podcast. With more than three decades of experience in leadership, communication, and emotional intelligence, Shā helps high-impact entrepreneurs and executives align their values, speak their truth, and take intentional action that ignites both profit and purpose. Through The Makers Machine: Inner Circle, she cultivates a space where creative visionaries transform isolation into collaboration, where purpose-driven leaders don’t just grow businesses, they grow in every area of life. When she’s not guiding powerful conversations that spark transformation, you’ll find her being “Auntie Shā-Shā” to her friends’ kids, capturing sunrise photos that remind her of God’s new mercies, or kayaking across calm waters, dreaming up her next legacy project. Because for Shā, thriving isn’t just about success, it’s about living fully aligned, fearless, and free. Connect with Shā and learn more at www.theshasparksshow.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    46 min
  • What’s the secret to building a network on LinkedIn?
    Dec 26 2025
    In this episode, our special guest, Trevor Greenberg, shares his journey of failing his PMP certification exam multiple times, all while making genuine connections on LinkedIn. Trevor Greenburg is the creator of the popular "PM Monday" series on LinkedIn and the host of The Disgruntled PMpodcast, where he shares practical strategies from his own experience and that of his expert guests. And he’s a veteran of the U.S. Army, and served as an Airborne Infantryman in the 82nd Airborne Division before transitioning to a successful career as a "Project Innovator" in the private sector. A highlight of his career was leading the U.S. commercialization of an Israeli-made interior drone system for security, a project that resulted in three U.S. patents bearing his name as a co-inventor. You are invited to connect with him at his LinkedIn Trevor Greenburg https://www.linkedin.com/in/trevorgreenberg/ ______ What if your next level of success isn’t found in striving alone…But inside a community of purpose-driven leaders who pour into each other’s growth, vision, and legacy? Meet Shā Sparks. She is a Chief Excitement Officer, a Certified Fearless Living Coach (CFLC), Co-Creator of The Makers Machine: Inner Circle, and award-winning host of The Shā Sparks Show podcast. With more than three decades of experience in leadership, communication, and emotional intelligence, Shā helps high-impact entrepreneurs and executives align their values, speak their truth, and take intentional action that ignites both profit and purpose. Through The Makers Machine: Inner Circle, she cultivates a space where creative visionaries transform isolation into collaboration, where purpose-driven leaders don’t just grow businesses, they grow in every area of life. When she’s not guiding powerful conversations that spark transformation, you’ll find her being “Auntie Shā-Shā” to her friends’ kids, capturing sunrise photos that remind her of God’s new mercies, or kayaking across calm waters, dreaming up her next legacy project. Because for Shā, thriving isn’t just about success, it’s about living fully aligned, fearless, and free. Connect with Shā and learn more at www.theshasparksshow.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    51 min
  • From Combat to Calling: Harnessing Hardship for Meaningful Impact with Dominic Licata
    Nov 1 2025
    When life knocks you down, will you let it define you or refine you? Hear how Dominic Licata transformed pain into purpose and is now changing lives. In this powerful episode of The Shā Sparks Show, we sit down with US Marine veteran and Faith Valor Growth founder, Dominic Licata. Dominic opens up about his journey through PTSD, addiction, and the challenges of transitioning to civilian life, and how faith, family, and community helped him find purpose and hope. If you’re a veteran, know someone who is, or just need a dose of inspiration, this episode is for you. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more stories that ignite change! Connect with Dominic on his website: www.faithvalorgrowth.com Email: dominic@luxelending.com chanel@luxelending.com Podcast: Faith Valor Growth ______ The Shā Sparks Show sparks powerful conversations with business and military leaders about what it truly means to invest in people. The award-winning host, Shā Sparks, is a leadership coach, speaker, and co-founder of The Makers Machine: Inner Circle, a community for purpose-driven entrepreneurs and creators who are ready to turn networking into life-changing connections. Whether on the podcast or in the Inner Circle, Shā’s mission is the same: spark your ideas into action so your business and your impact can thrive. Drop the word “Maker” in a message to Shā at www.theshasparksshow.com if you want a special invitation to the next inner circle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    53 min
  • From Rock Bottom to Reinvention: Journey Through Transition, Healing, and AI with Adam Peters
    Sep 19 2025
    Here’s something we don’t talk about enough: the overwhelming challenge of transitioning from military life to civilian identity. How to navigate a system that throws resources at you without real guidance, which leads to confusion, loss of purpose, and even despair. Adam takes us on a journey from hitting rock bottom to discovering plant medicine. He opens up on how he found authenticity, healing, and a renewed identity through the importance of investing in oneself before being able to help others. And now he helps others do the same by leveraging community and technology. ______ Adam Peters operates at the intersection of tech, transformation, and truth. He is unapologetic about challenging broken systems and helping people take their next mission into their own hands. Adam is a veteran, entrepreneur, and host of The Strategic Veteran podcast, where he dives deep into the hard truths of transition and reinvention. As the CAIO of Alset Technologies, he builds AI automation systems that help entrepreneurs and small businesses reclaim their time, streamline operations, and scale with intention. Also, he is a partner at Amakaya, a plant medicine retreat in the Peruvian Amazon, serving veterans, first responders, and their families through deep healing in the Shipibo tradition. We invite you to connect with Adam on his website at www.thestrategicveteran.com ______ The Shā Sparks Show sparks powerful conversations with business and military leaders about what it truly means to invest in people. The award-winning host, Shā Sparks, is a leadership coach, speaker, and co-founder of The Makers Machine: Inner Circle, a community for purpose-driven entrepreneurs and creators who are ready to turn networking into life-changing connections. Whether on the podcast or in the Inner Circle, Shā’s mission is the same: spark your ideas into action so your business and your impact can thrive. Drop the word “Maker” in a message to Shā at www.theshasparksshow.com if you want a special invitation to the next inner circle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    57 min
  • From Adjusting Spines to Adjusting Mics: Why Every Business Should Have a Podcast with Dr. Jeremy Weisz
    Sep 5 2025
    Have you been wanting to start a side hustle, and you’re not sure it will work out? Our inspiring guest shares how his side hustle transitioned into a full-time business. Dr. Jeremy Weisz shares his inspiring journey from chiropractor to successful podcast entrepreneur. He shares his practical advice for anyone considering a major career shift, emphasizing the value of building relationships, taking incremental steps, and staying true to your values. ______ Dr. Jeremy Weisz is a former chiropractor and podcaster. Since 2010, he has been running Rise25, where he interviews founders/CEOs of notable companies, including P90X, Atari, Einstein Bagels, Mattel, the Orlando Magic, Rx Bars, and many more, on his signature show, Inspired Insider. He was helping businesses launch and run podcasts before most people even knew what a podcast was. His motto is “Podcasts will be similar to a website someday. If you have a B2B business, then you should have a podcast. Period.” You can learn more about him on his website https://www.rise25.com ______ The Shā Sparks Show sparks powerful conversations with business and military leaders about what it truly means to invest in people. The award-winning host, Shā Sparks, is a leadership coach, speaker, and co-founder of The Makers Machine: Inner Circle, a community for purpose-driven entrepreneurs and creators who are ready to turn networking into life-changing connections. . Whether on the podcast or in the Inner Circle, Shā’s mission is the same: spark your ideas into action so your business and your impact can thrive. Drop the word “Maker” in a message to Shā at www.theshasparksshow.com if you want a special invitation to the next inner circle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    33 min
  • Retrain Your Brain with Dani Bures
    May 1 2025
     How can we retrain our brain? In this episode, our special guest shares her journey becoming a mental fitness coach and tips and tricks on how to create new pathways in our brain. Dani Bures is a Mental Fitness Coach specializing in the aerospace and aviation industries, including NASA. She helps high-performing professionals strengthen their mental resilience, manage stress, and navigate change with confidence. Through science-backed strategies, Dani empowers individuals to rewire their neural pathways for peak performance, curbing burnout and fostering leadership growth. We invite you to connect with her at her website www.mysteadymind.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    33 min
  • Shedding the Shame with Krista Oakes
    Feb 19 2025
    Have you been keeping a secret? Have you been reluctant to tell someone the truth because you fear that you’ll feel ashamed? In this episode, our amazing guest, Krista Oakes shares her journey of feeling shame and how she shed it. She uncovers the twists and turns of her childhood and how she was able to heal through yoga and sharing her story in her brilliant book, "Shedding the Shame". For over 20 years, Krista Oakes has been guiding people on the path of mindfulness, self-discovery, and intentional living. As an author, inspiring speaker, Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher (E-RYT) and mindfulness coach, she has worked with thousands of individuals through classes, workshops, and retreats—helping them cultivate inner peace, self-trust, and alignment in both body and life. Her approach blends the wisdom of yoga philosophy, meditation, and lifestyle coaching with a practical, down-to-earth style—always infused with warmth, humor, and a deep respect for each person’s unique journey. She believes that mindful living isn’t about perfection; it’s about showing up for yourself with honesty, awareness, and compassion. We invite you to purchase her book at www.sheddingshame.com And connect with her on her website at https://www.daytonayogawithkrista.com ______ Do you ever think you’re not quite good enough to do something new? Or do you worry that taking a calculated risk might make you look inadequate? As a CFLC, Shā Sparks is a fearless communicator who helps leaders break through self-doubt, fear, and that negative inner voice and turns it into unstoppable confidence and purpose. She transforms fear into Fearless action that sparks leaders to lead with Intention, Resilience, and Empowerment. As the CEO (Chief Excitement Officer) of Sparks of Fire International, she hosts multiple podcasts like her signature podcast called The Shā Sparks Show along with being a co-host of the UnderWired podcast. She is also a Certified Fearless Living Coach and Trainer, the author of How to Get Your Voice Back, and the Co-Founder of The Makers Machine and the FIRESTARTERS Media Project. Shā’s audiences and clients experience more confidence, amplified emotional intelligence, and the spark that ignites their fearless action. “Auntie Shā-Shā” to her friends’ kids, she is also an expert sunrise phone photographer and a rookie kayaker. Most importantly, Shā empowers others to confidently use their voice so they can step into their FIRE power! You are invited to connect with Shā at www.shasparks.com www.theshasparksshow.com To learn more about the FIRESTARTERS Book Project, go to www.firestartersbookproject.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    44 min
  • Turn Your Mess Into Your Message with Aaron Janda
    Dec 12 2024
    What happens after you meet Jesus? How do you meet Jesus in the first place? In this episode, our amazing guest, Aaron Janda shares his journey on what led him to take his mess and turn it into his message. And how he helps others do the same. Aaron Janda is a 3x Amazon Best Selling Author, Publisher, Speaker, and Serial Entrepreneur. His most recent book release, I Met Jesus. Now What? is helping readers of all ages develop and grow in their relationship with God. He is passionate about helping others and sharing his story with hope that it can help someone who is facing what may seem to be impossible circumstances. If you have a story to tell, Aaron would love to give you a free book consultation! Submit your information to https://www.legacypublishingco.com/contact Also, check out his course, How To Write And Publish Your Book In 90 Days at https://www.aaronjanda.com ____________ Do you ever think you’re not quite good enough to do something new? Or do you worry that taking a calculated risk might make you look inadequate? As a CFLC, Shā Sparks is a fearless communicator who helps leaders break through self-doubt, fear, and that negative inner voice and turns it into unstoppable confidence and purpose. She transforms fear into Fearless action that sparks leaders to lead with Intention, Resilience, and Empowerment. As the CEO (Chief Excitement Officer) of Sparks of Fire International, she hosts multiple podcasts like her signature podcast called The Sha Sparks Show along with being a co-host of the UnderWired podcast. She is also a Certified Fearless Living Coach and Trainer, the author of How to Get Your Voice Back, and the Co-Founder of the FIRESTARTERS Book Project. Shā’s audiences and clients experience more confidence, amplified emotional intelligence, and the spark that ignites their fearless action. “Auntie Shā-Shā” to her friends’ kids, she is also an expert sunrise phone photographer and a rookie kayaker. Most importantly, Shā empowers others to confidently use their voice so they can step into their FIRE power! You are invited to connect with Shā at www.shasparks.com www.theshasparksshow.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    40 min