This week, it's PART II of my conversation with Lena Cebula, wife and mother of 3 who escaped a life of hell in the former Soviet Union as a human trafficking survivor and was trapped in world of drug addiction, where she eventually found faith and healing. In PART II, we discuss her arrival in Canada, still under control of her captors, and how she is able to break free with the kindness of a stranger
Sensitive topics are discussed, listener discretion is advised
More about Lena can be found here:
http://www.lenacebula.com
In this week's episode, I'm speaking with Laverne Friesen, a former law enforcement officer and a survivor of childhood abuse. After experiencing a prolonged mental health crisis, a divorcee, forced career change and heartbreak, Laverne transformed his pain into personal growth. Now as a transformational coach, Laverne helps others find personal empowerment, deeper connections, and fulfilling relationships. This is Laverne's story!
Laverne Friesen on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/LaverneFriesen97
On TikTok:
https://www.tiktok.com/@trueemotionhealing?lang=en
Website:
www.trueemotion.ca
In this week's episode, I'm speaking with Brian Heilig, who has an amazing story of the birth of his son Greyson. Greyson was born as a micro-preemie baby, and his will to survive along with a doctors quick actions ensure that he is a thriving 7 year old today. Brian wrote a book on what he and his family went through, and we touch on some of those details and more. This is is Brian's story
Eat Poop & Grow Book & more about Brian:
http://brianheilig.com
This week, I am speaking with Lena Cebula, a wife and mother of 3 who escaped a life of hell in the former Soviet Union as a human trafficking survivor as a human trafficking survivor and was trapped in world of drug addiction, where she eventually found faith and healing. In PART ONE of the conversation, Lena discusses her traumatic teen years, and why she is now able to finally share her story! *Sensitive topics are discussed, listener discretion is advised*
More about Lena:
http://www.lenacebula.ca
Count on this! My conversation with singer Ted Axe, the Count Of Rock!! We are talking about his latest music, and latest video for the song 'Isolate', and an interesting celebrity encounter. Ted Axe formerly of the 1977 Canadian punk band "The Action". Enjoy my chat with the Axeman himself!
Video of our conversation can be found here: https://youtu.be/MT-_Xd12qPE
This week, it's my conversation with Crash Midnight singer Shaun Soho, about the band's latest single "Strung Out On Sunset", playing shows all around Vegas in 2024, how 80s era rock stars see themselves now, getting the band into the studio and more!
More about Crash Midnight:
https://www.facebook.com/crashmidnight
More about Chad Vice:
https://sebcamco.com
Music featured on this episode (intro) by Matthew Johnston
https://soundcloud.com/user-234321408
Here it is, my latest conversation with singer David Reece Official, (Accept, Bangalore Choir, IRON ALLIES, Bonfire) who just dropped a new solo album, titled "Baptized By Fire". David discusses the making of the new album, the songwriting process, going in a heavier musical direction, upcoming U.S. shows and more stuff!
More David Reece: http://davidreeceofficial.info
Video of this conversation is available here: https://youtu.be/xmWUexM7teA?si=kHv7tWuVMIRva_t-
Music featured on this episode (intro) by Matthew Johnston
https://soundcloud.com/user-234321408
My conversation with singer/guitarist/songwriter Gheeyeh Olivares of the heavy metal band Mind Of Fury. Originally from Chile, now residing in Florida, Ghee talks about the formation of his band, the release of their latest album, 'III', and how they are tearing up the Florida metal music scene with their 3 piece of aggression and melody. Originally recorded back in November 2023.
Mind Of Fury:
http://mindoffuryband.com
Video of this conversation is available here: https://youtu.be/RZNazul4cWg?si=LKg_A7x66-L-YU60
Music featured on this episode (intro) by Matthew Johnston
https://soundcloud.com/user-234321408
Originally recorded over Zoom in Nov 2023, my conversation with the legendary singer/guitarist and songwriter Mark Farner. Best known as a co-founder and main songwriter formerly from the band Grand Funk Railroad (later Grand Funk), Mark Farner's American Band is hitting the road in 2024 with more shows, plus they discuss the recent release of a new concert DVD/CD/LP from 1989. 'Rock & Roll Soul Live 1989', some upcoming musical projects to look forward to and more!
More about Mark Farner:
http://markfarner.com
https://www.facebook.com/MarkFarnerAmericanBand/
http://moxiepublicity.com
Music featured on this episode (intro) by Matthew Johnston
https://soundcloud.com/user-234321408
In this episode, I talk to Irish born Derek Hynes, about his many travels across this great big world, finally settling in Holland for a time, but he is planning his next big move. Which country beckons his call? Have a listen - this is Derek's story!
Music featured on this episode (intro) by Matthew Johnston
https://soundcloud.com/user-234321408
In this week's episode, I chat with educator, author, and entrepreneur Michelle Steiner. Based in Pennsylvania, Michelle talks about the challenges she faced growing up in her local school system, how she overcame them to help others remove roadblocks in thier life, and how she expresses herself now in her art and education. This is Michelle's story!
More about Michelle's life mission:
http://michellesmission.net
Music featured on this episode (intro) by Matthew Johnston
https://soundcloud.com/user-234321408