Episodes

In this episode ...According to the Oxford dictionary a Shaman is “a person regarded as having access to, and influence in, the world of good and evil spirits, especially among some peoples of northern Asia and North America. Typically, such people enter a trance state during a ritual, and practice divination and healing.” Shamans healed the sick; helped bring success in hunting, fishing, or war; and worked for spiritual balance in the community. We're going to learn what a Shaman is, how tha...

In This Episode we're going to explore what it's like to live in a relationship with a narcissist, an emotional domestic violence situation that is unfortunately hidden under the guise what appears to be normal. We're going to have a conversation with the woman that in essence was captive in that relationship for 22 years before escaping, healing, and helping others move forward in their life as she did reinventing herself along the way. I’m your host Michael Herst and this is That Thing About E...

In this episode, the Year of the Water Tiger! It is the Chinese New Year on February 4, 2022 and is celebrated by more than 1.5 billion people each year. The holiday is rich in tradition and meaning, which varies from culture to culture but in this episode we are going to have a conversation about what to expect in the Year of the Water Tiger, how it relates to Feng Shui Energy for the year, answer the question “why does Chinese astrology relate to Animal signs?” and what are the top Animal Sign...

In this episode we have a conversation about the role of a grandparent in today’s world before they’re gone. If you are a grandparent, or like most of us have grandparents, we learn what legacy we need to leave behind to our grandchildren. We discuss developing good reading habits, talking about homeless baby boomers, grandparents as mentors. In this episode we talk to a grandfather who left a unique legacy by writing a book about his grandchildren that has a few lessons we can all benefit from....

In this episode Christianity, Demonic Hordes of Lucifer, the New World Order, Reptilian Shape Shifters and a self-proclaimed Prophet; we touch on this and more when we have a conversation with an investigative journalist and his latest journey into a unique underworld of murder and an online Cult. Join the conversation, as we discuss That Thing About Being Dragged into the Light with Tony Russo. My guest in this episode is Tony Russo, an Investigative Journalist who tells compelling stories a...

In This episode we have a conversation with a decorated firefighter /EMT whose career of saving people's lives came to a culmination atop a pile of rubble at Ground Zero on 9/11, when he was seven stories up helping take apart that pile of rubble piece by piece, by hand. He stopped to rest and sat down and when he looked down the street, all he saw was the gray cement color over everything: the buildings, the windows, the street, the cars, he saw nothing but a big corridor of gray. He paused and...

In This Episode Diane and I are going to talk to you about setting intentions instead of resolutions and how you can reach your goals more effectively and efficiently by setting these intentions. We're going to talk about how to get rid of the negativity, create a mantra, learn how to focus and so much more. We all like to start the year making resolutions but, after countless interviews with individuals that deal with healthy mindset, positive movement forward Diane and I would like to bring yo...

In this episode Diane and I have a conversation about One More Thing Before You Go Podcast as it is the end of 2021 it is the final day December 31st and ironically enough it fell on the day that our episode drops! In this episode my Over The Teacup co-host wife Diane and I are going to talk about the last year, being grateful for our successes and our favorite episodes throughout the year. We are like you we are enjoying the holiday with our family and our friends, and we hope that you are too....

In This Episode as I promised closing out this year I would like to share one of my other favorite episodes this one involving a wonderful woman who is battling ALS but still wants to make sure she gets the message that life is worth living no matter what obstacles are put in front of you. It is a heartfelt, honest, and difficult conversation. I think it’s important as we go into this next year that we understand that each of our lives are a value to not only ourselves but to others. Please enjo...

In This Episode Christmas Eve, family and friends, traditions, food, music, dance, presents and so much more. In this episode part three, here on Christmas Eve. So you get to know MORE about US the Hosts of One More Thing Before You Go a little better. We're going to continue to explore some of Diane and my favorite Christmas memories, traditions, and what the holiday means to us. So, stay tuned stick with us through the rest of this week, because I'm going to share with you me and my wife’s fav...

In this episode …Christmas Part 2 is again all about family and friends, traditions, food, music, dance, presents and so much more. as I promised this week is all about Christmas and in this episode part two of three, the final of this trio which will conclude on Christmas Eve this Friday. We're going to continue to explore some of my guests favorite Christmas or Hanukkah memories, traditions, from all over the world, and what the holiday means to them. in this first holiday episode, we have a c...

In this episode ....Christmas is all about family and friends, traditions, food, music, dance, presence and so much more. as I promised this week is all about Christmas and in this episode as well as some subsequent bonus episodes on Thursday and Friday, we're going to explore some of my guests favorite Christmas or Hanukkah memories, traditions, from all over the world, and what the holiday means to them. in this first holiday episode, we have a conversation with three unique individuals; Alan ...

During the holidays it's always rough when we lose someone and especially if you lose them in and around the holidays because every time that holiday comes around not only do we remember them because they were close to us but also because we lost them during a holiday. So for this throwback Friday revisit I want to share with you one of my favorite episodes originally episode 6 when I was first getting started. I spoke with Marisa Meddin she is a Clairvoyant Medium who specializes in contact wit...

This Episode we learn the ABC's of Zen, the journey of a school teacher, a mother, poet, and producer who teaches us resilience, fortitude, and laughter can bring your life joy and change. We have a conversation about ALL things Zennurgy, which is a principle based living, the Principle of abundance, surviving domestic violence and sexual assault; Managing triggers and trauma of PTSD. If you’ve lost yourself and didn’t know who you were ever coming out of domestic violence or any other situation...

In this episode: Christmas is it time for us to celebrate family, friends , food, gifts, being grateful, love, friendship , renewing our spiritual connection and there's so much more; so for this Friday Revisit favorite episode I'm going to share with you again what was originally aired August 25th of this year, and I realized it's not that long ago but during this particular time of year it is extremely important that we take the opportunity to realign our soul with what we're meant to do and w...

In this episode, we have an award-winning photographer, and event venue owner, author and survivor who was on the brink of suicide, her marriage was crumbling around her, her friendships were devoured in lies, the self-hatred, and childhood trauma realization hitting her hard, she made a choice to rebuild, it was then SHE made the hardest decision in her life ….to turn tragedy into triumph … this sounds like a true life soap opera …stay tuned you’re going to hear that story from the person that ...

In This episode laughter really is the best medicine, How to combine laughter and yoga to help you improve your life and those around you, Laughter Yoga as a stress reliever and health secret. Can you remember the last time you really just laughed uncontrollably? In this episode we're going to explore laughter and how it makes us feel, how it can change the the moods of ourselves and those around us, and then how to combine it with yoga for a greater sense of health and well-being. Stay tuned I'...

Hey one more thing before you go …In this episode the secrets to mind body soul connection, working with energy and the physical body in the form of Ki Gong, (a Korean version of Qi Gong) for physical and mental health and well-being. You’re also going to learn the key to success is mastering your mind, how to listen to your body, the best way to use the tools that were given to you since the day you were born, the power of meditation, understanding intuition, and Mastering our Mind Body and Sou...

In this episode we discuss and ask the question: what is interfaith ministry? Can interfaith ministries bring us together in a unique way to allow for us all to connect ourselves through the universe? Is it true that we are all connected to one another? Stay tuned because we’re going to talk to an interfaith minister and discuss different world religions and what they each teach us about living our life to the fullest; the similarities and differences, as well as contemplate the key takeaways! M...

In this episode Diane and I talk about Thanksgiving, some traditions, some history, the importance of gratitude, the value of family and friends and the importance of our time together. We’re going to learn some interesting facts such as Thanksgiving feast it was held on American soil in 1541 by Spanish explorer Francisco Vasquez de Coronado, who Sarah Josepha Hale is and her importance in the holiday, as well as how being grateful for what we have and those around us and within our lives, can h...

In this episode we're going to talk about expectations, where they come from, how they motivate us, how they blow our self-esteem, and how to fix them. We all have them, they are all put upon us from the time we were born until the day we die, but how do we manage those? how do we stop being upset when we fail to meet them? the good news is, there is a method for help us to understand the basis of expectations, how to work with them to help us manage our daily life without being overwhelmed. Sta...

In this episode we have a conversation with a woman who suffers from anxiety, a guilt complex, loneliness, and panic attacks, all while being a solo world traveler and podcaster. We talk life as an Expat during COVID-19, and the challenges of being a small travel business owner during a pandemic. Since 2016, Allison Green has hitchhiked through the Balkans, rode camels through the Sahara, boarded down an active volcano, slept atop other volcanoes, gone scuba diving on 3 continents, climbed the h...

Hey one more thing before you go, what do you do when you have an illustrious career as an attorney and a judge, but you have this deep-down desire to put words to paper? You become a novelist! In this Friday Over The Teacup episode, we're Going to talk about reinventing your life as a novelist and creating A piece of work that explores old memories, betrayals, mistakes, missed chances, a look at how life could have been, all wrapped up in the middle of a hurricane, and we're going to talk about...

In This Episode we are going to learn about shamanic breath work, the importance of validating spiritual experiences, and exploring the deeper aspects of the soul and how it's connected to the human experience, energy healing and more with Jen Pearson an ordained Shamanic Minister and certified Shamanic Breathwork Facilitator, Spiritual Coach, and Reiki Master. I'm your host Michael Herst and this is That Thing About Shamanic Healing and Connecting With Your Soul My guest in this episode is J...