Welcome to the home of ABWilson’s Heart of the Matter, a podcast where everyday heroes share stories of, growth, resilience and remarkable achievements.
Born in Bermuda, as a radio program many years ago, Heart of the Matter has evolved into an inspiring podcast that reaches listeners worldwide. Through the lens of Appreciative Inquiry, we delve into the transformative experiences of our guests, who offer powerful doses of insights, inspiration, wisdom
and hope.
Join me on this heart warming voyage to celebrate the triumphs and successes within us all. Uncover amazing stories. Feel the magic of positivity, hope and unexpected inspiration.
Here's what makes this podcast exceptional. Each guest answers the same questions, revealing the power of human positivity through unique voices and touching stories. Guests also share their book recommendations. We’ve created a library of wisdom so you can find all their suggestions in one place.
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Dive into an episode today, and share the experience with others. Let the power of positive storytelling spread around the world.​
SEASON THREE
Welcome to season three of the podcast. I’m glad you’re here.
As we begin this next chapter, I’m looking forward to continuing the conversations that matter most. Conversations grounded in curiosity, generosity and the belief that there is always something meaningful to learn from one another. This season brings new voices, thoughtful reflections stories and wisdom that invite us to pause, listen more deeply and see the extraordinary in everyday experiences.
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Whether you’ve been with me since the very beginning or are joining for the first time, thank you for being part of this community. Your presence, your listening and your willingness to engage make this podcast what it is.
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I’m excited to share stories and to continue this journey with you.
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With gratitude,
Aderonke
S3 Ep 3. Interview with Francoise Palau- Wolffe - January 23, 2026
S3 Ep 2. Interview with Karen Hinds - January 16, 2026
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Book recommendations:​​​​​​​​
Get Along, Get Ahead by Karen S. Hinds
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A Young Adult's Guide to the Global Workplace by Karen Hinds
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The Total Money Makeover by Dave Ramsey
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App: Every Dollar by Dave Ramsey
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I Will Teach You to Be Rich by Ramit Sethi
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How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie
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Watch two short clips from the podcast conversation:​
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S3 Ep 1. Interview with Dawnese Openshaw - January 9, 2026
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Book recommendations:​​​​​​​​
The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks, PhD
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A Year of Living Consciously by Gay Hendricks, PhD
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Conscious Loving by Gay Hendricks, PhD
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This Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt
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Watch two short clips from the podcast conversation:​
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SEASON TWO
Welcome to the second season of the podcast. I’m thrilled to have you here as we continue this journey of meaningful conversations and inspiring stories. This season promises more insightful guests, fresh perspectives, and uplifting discussions that I can’t wait to share with you. Whether you’re a longtime listener or recently started listening, thank you for being part of this growing community. I couldn’t do it without you!
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With gratitude,
Aderonke
I’ve truly appreciated your support since I launched ABWilson’s Heart of the Matter on March 22, 2024.
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To everyone who has said yes to being interviewed, thank you for your candor, your perspective and the appreciation nuggets you shared so generously.
To everyone who has taken the time to listen, thank you. Your support has helped shape this podcast into what it is today.
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I created this short video to express my gratitude.
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Here’s what’s next
In the coming months, you can expect:
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more overwhelmingly positive conversations with guests who are living and leading with purpose;
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new episodes and fresh stories that highlight growth, resilience, joy and possibility; and
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Expanded ways to engage and opportunities to connect beyond the episodes.
Thank you for being a part of this community. I’m excited by what we’re building together.
S2 Ep 49. Interview with Karel Mc Intosh - December 12, 2025
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Book recommendations:​​​​​​​​
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House of Mr. Biswas by V. S. Naipaul
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From Tension to Transformation by Janet M. Harvey
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A Smile in the Mind by Beryl McAlhone
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The Secret Lives of Baba Segi's Wives By Lola Shoneyin
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Watch two short clips from the podcast conversation:​
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S2 Ep 48. Interview with Isha Dyfan Davies - December 5, 2025
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Book recommendations:​​​​​​​​
​Men are from Mars, Women are from Venus by John Gray, PhD.
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Rich Dad, Poor Dad by​​ Robert T. Kiyosaki
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Watch two short clips from the podcast conversation:​
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S2 Ep 47. Interview with Laura Westman - November 28, 2025
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Book recommendations:​​​​​​​​
How to be Creative in the Age of Digital Noise by Laura Westman
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Romancing the Shadow by Connie Zweig and Steve Wolf
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Watch two short clips from the podcast conversation:​
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S2 Ep 46. Interview with Patrenia Werts Onuoha - November 21, 2025
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Book recommendations:​​​​​​​​
Women Who Work Too Much by Tamu Thomas
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High Tech High Touch by John Naisbeth and Nana Naisbeth
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Free reframing toolkit. Perspectives the Peppersoup Stories Way
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Watch two short clips from the podcast conversation:​
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S2 Ep 45. Interview with Dr. Diedra Manns - November 14, 2025
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Book recommendations:​​​​​​​​
The New Menopause by Mary Claire Haver, MD
The Vegus Nerve Reset Decoded by Anna Liotta
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Watch two short clips from the podcast conversation:​
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S2 Ep 44. Interview with Victoria Trabosh - November 7, 2025
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Book recommendation:​​​​​​​​​​
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S2 Ep 43. Interview with Justice Juan Wolffe - October 31, 2025
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Book recommendation:​​​​​​​​​​
Black AF History by Michael Harriot
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Watch two short clips from the podcast conversation:​
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S2 Ep 42. Interview with Ebony Fray - October 24, 2025
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Book recommendations:​​​​​​​​​​
The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership by John C. Maxwell
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The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins
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Watch two short clips from the podcast conversation:​
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S2 Ep 41. Interview with Lorna Owens - October 17, 2025
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Book recommendations:​​​​​​​​​​​​
Desert Sage Wonderful World of Tea: From Ancient Leaves to Modern Wellness By Lorna Owens
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The Why Cafe by John Strelecky
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The Tea Girl of Hummingbird Lane by Lisa See
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New York, My Village by Uwem Akpan
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Watch two short clips from the podcast conversation:​
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S2 Ep 40. Interview with Laura Lundin - October 10, 2025
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Book recommendations:​​​​​​​​​​
Likeable Badass by Alison Fragale
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​A Different Kind of Leadership by Jacinda Ardern
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Watch two short clips from the podcast conversation:​
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S2 Ep 39. Interview with Paula Rosenfeld - October 3, 2025
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Book recommendations:​​​​​​​​​​
Soul Retrieval by Sandra Ingerman
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The Untethered Soul by Michael A. Singer
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The Oneness Blessing by Paula Rosenfeld
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Watch two short clips from the podcast conversation:​
Part 2​
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S2 Ep 38. Interview with Edwards Holliday - September 26, 2025
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Book recommendations:​​​​​​​​​
​​Stalking The Wild Pendulum by Itzhak Bentov
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I Say Sunrise by Talbot Mundy​​​
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The Art of Impossible by Steven Kotler
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Watch two short clips from the podcast conversation:​
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S2 Ep 37. Interview with A. J. Vassar - September 19, 2025
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Book recommendations:​​​​​​​​​
Rich Dad Poor Dad by Richard Kiyosaki​​
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As A Man Thinketh by James Allen​
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Watch two short clips from the podcast conversation:​
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S2 Ep 36. Interview with Rashida Godwin - September 12, 2025
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Website: www.titanexbda.com​​
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Book recommendation:​​​​​​​​​
The History of Mary Prince: A West Indian Slave by Mary Prince​​​​​
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Watch two short clips from the podcast conversation:​
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S2 Ep 35. Interview with Dr. Cynthia Barnett - September 5, 2025
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Book recommendations:​​​​​​​​​​
Re-Fire! Don't Retire by Dr. Cynthia Barnett
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The Greatest Salesman by Og Mandino​​
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Watch two short clips from the podcast conversation:​
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S2 Ep 34. Interview with Stephanie "StephREDD" Kadiri - August 29, 2025
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Book recommendations:​​​​​​​​​​​​​
Biology of Belief by Bruce H. Lipton, Ph.D
​Deadly Emotions by Don Colbert, MD​
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Watch two short clips from the podcast conversation:​
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S2 Ep 33. Interview with Libbey Paul - August 22, 2025
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Book an appointment with Libbey
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Book recommendations:​​​​​​​​​​​​​
Seat of the Soul by Gary Zukav
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Create a World That Works by Alan Seale
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Goodbye, Hurt and Pain by Deborah Sandella
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A Gentleman in Moscow by Amor Towles​
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Watch two short clips from the podcast conversation:
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S2 Ep 32. Interview with Simone Smith-Bean - August 15, 2025
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Book recommendation:​​​​​​​​​​​​
Outwitting the Devil by Napoleon Hill
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Watch two short clips from the podcast conversation:
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S2 Ep 31. Interview with Janice Mullings-George - August 8, 2025
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Book recommendations:​​​​​​​​​​
My Mama is a Nurse by Janice George
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​​Goodbye, Yesterday by Cindy Trimm
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The Wealth Money Can't Buy by Robin Sharma​​
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Watch two short clips from the podcast conversation:
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Celebrating 2,500 downloads
We did it! ABWilson’s Heart of the Matter podcast has officially reached 2,500 downloads!
This podcast began with a simple vision: to ask overwhelmingly positive questions to create space for meaningful conversations that inspire connection, courage, and joy.
Every download, every listen, every share means that vision is growing and it’s all thanks to YOU.
To my guests who have shared their stories so openly and generously. To the listeners who keep showing up week after week, thank you for being part of this journey.
Here’s to the next 2,500… and beyond!
S2 Ep 30. Interview with Kuni Frith - August 1, 2025
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Book recommendations:​​​​​​​​​
Bermudian Folk Remedies by Kuni Frith
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Medicinal Plants Growing in Bermuda by Kuni Frith
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Watch two short clips from the podcast conversation:
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S2 Ep 29. Interview with Melissas Majors - July 25, 2025
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Book recommendations:​​​​​​​​​​​
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Help Them Thrive by Melissa Majors
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The 7 Simple Habits of Inclusive Leaders by Melissa Majors
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Watch two short clips from the podcast conversation:
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S2 Ep 28. Interview with Neesha Stringfellow - July 18, 2025
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Book recommendations:​​​​​​​​​​​
Relationships Driving Me Crazy!: But God's Love Heals
by Neesha Stringfellow​​
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Reboot Your Marriage by Wesley and Neesha Stringfellow
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Watch two short clips from the podcast conversation:
S2 Ep 27. Interview with Laurie Shiell - July 11, 2025
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Book recommendation:​​​​​​​​​​​
How to Say Babylon by Safiya Sinclair
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Watch two short clips from the podcast conversation:
S2 Ep 26. Interview with Mariam Janahi - July 4, 2025
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Book recommendations:​​​​​​​​​​
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The Book of Tanios by Amin Maaloof
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The Crusades Through Arab Eyes by Amin Maaloof
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Watch two short videos from the podcast conversation:
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S2 Ep 25. Interview with Anastasia Allison - June 27, 2025
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Book recommendations:​​​​​​​​​
The Power of Now: A Guide to Spiritual Enlightenment by Eckhart Tolle
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Positive Intelligence by Shirzad Shaman
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Watch two short videos from the podcast conversation:
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Celebrating a podcast milestone!
2,000 Downloads and Counting!
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My podcast, ABWilson’s Heart of the Matter has reached 2,000 downloads!
When I launched the podcast, my goal was simple: to create space for meaningful, positive conversations. Each guest answers the same set of overwhelmingly positive questions and what’s emerged are stories filled with wisdom, vulnerability and laughter.
Celebrating 2,000 downloads!!
To everyone who’s said yes to being interviewed, thank you for trusting me and for showing up with such heart.
To every listener, every message, every shared episode, thank you for being part of this growing community.
This milestone isn’t just about numbers. It’s about connection, reflection and voices that matter.
If you’ve been moved by an episode, I’d love to hear from you. Email me: aderonke@abwilsonconsulting.com
And if you haven’t tuned in yet, there’s no better time than now to start.
Here’s to the next 2,000 downloads and all the stories and wisdom yet to come.
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S2 Ep 24. Interview with Kimberley Caines-Best - June 20, 2025
S2 Ep 23. Interview with Mikaela Ian Pearman - June 13, 2025
S2 Ep 22. Interview with Oluremi Bademosi - June 6, 2025
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Book recommendations:​​​​​​​​​
The Case Book of Sherlock Holmes by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
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S2 Ep 21. Interview with Bolaji Sofoluwe - May 30, 2025
S2 Ep 20. Interview with Wanda Richardson - May 16, 2025
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Book recommendation:​​​​​​​​​
Uncertain: The Wisdom and Wonder of Being Uncertain
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S2 Ep 19. Interview with Mélinda Cart - May 9, 2025
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Book recommendations:​​​​​​​​​
The Gifts of Imperfection by Brené Brown
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Atlas of the Heart by Brene Brown
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S2 Ep 18. Interview with Corine LaFont - May 2, 2025
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Book recommendations:​​​​​​​​​
A Year of of Miracles: Daily Devotions and Reflections
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A return to Love: Reflections on the Principles of A Course of Miracles by Marianne Williamson
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S2 Ep 17. Interview with Gherdai Hassell - April 25, 2025
S2 Ep 16. Interview with Rimi Chakraborty - April 18, 2025
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Book recommendations:​​​​​​​​​
Beyond Resilience to Rootsilience by Rimi Chakraborty and Samantha Anderson
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Awakening Shakti by Sally Kempton
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S2 Ep 15. Interview with Tanya Reid - April 11, 2025
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Book recommendations:​​​​​​​​​
Power Moves by Sarah Jakes Roberts
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The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins
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Don't Drop the Mic: The Power of Your Words Can Change the World by TD Jakes
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Contact information:
S2 Ep 14. Interview with Treva Spencer - April 4, 2025
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Book recommendation:​​​​​​​​​
Harlem Rhapsody by Victoria Christopher Murray
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S2 Ep 13. Interview with podcast founder, Aderonke Bademosi Wilson - March 28, 2025
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Book recommendations:​​​​​​​​​
How to Say Babylon by Safiya Sinclair
Oversubscribed by Daniel Priestley
Creative Visualization by Shakti Gawain
The Soul of a Woman by Isabel Allende
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Snowflower and the Secret Fan by Lisa See
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S2 Ep 12. Interview with Rita Robles - March 21, 2025
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Book recommendation:​​​​​​​​​
The Way of the Peaceful Warrior: A Book That Changes Lives
by Dan Millman​
S2 Ep 11. Interview with Katharina Linnepe - March 14, 2025
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Book recommendations:​​​​​​​​​
Wenn Das Patriartchat in Therapie Geht by Katharina Linnepe
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Website: https://www.katharinalinnepe.com
S2 Ep 10. Interview with Maryem Biadillah - March 7, 2025
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Book recommendation:​​​​​​​​​
Bright Dawn: Discovering Your Everyday Spirituality by S. K. Kubose
S2 Ep 9. Interview with Thea Furbert - February 28, 2025
S2 Ep 8. Interview with Wendy McAdams-Flores - February 21, 2025
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Book recommendation:​​​​​​​​​
Autopsy of a Deceased Church: 12 Ways to Keep Yours Alive by Thom S. Rainer
S2 Ep 7. Interview with Yanto Irajanto - February 14, 2025
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Book recommendations:​​​​​​​​​
Sustain Me by Barbara O'Neill​
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Self Heal by Design by Barbara O'Neill
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The Little Prince by Antoine De Saint-Exugery
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The Autobiography of a Yogi by Paramahansa Yogananda
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Website: https://www.yantobaliholistic.com/
S2 Ep 6. Interview with Jessica Lightbourne - February 7, 2025
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Book recommendation:​​​​​​​​​
The Artist's Way: A Spiritual Path to Higher Creativity by Julia Cameron​​
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S2 Ep 5. Interview with Sherrielynn Lilley - January 31, 2025
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Book recommendations:​​​​​​​​​
Telling Yourself the Truth By William Backus and Marie Chapian
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The Twelve Tribes of Hattie by Ayana Mathis
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S2 Ep 4. Interview with André Bright - January 24, 2025
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Book recommendations:​​​​​​​​​
The Surrender Experiment: my journey into life's perfection by Michael A. Singer
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S2 Ep 3. Interview with Ron Stotts - January 17, 2025
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Book recommendations:​​​​​​​​​
Emotional Intelligence: Why it Can Matter More Than IQ
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Optimal: How to Sustain Personal and Organizational Excellence by Daniel Goleman
S2 Ep 2. Interview with Melbourne Garber - January 10, 2025
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Book recommendations:​​​​​​​​​
Rough Crossings: The Slaves, The British, and The American Revolution by Simon Schama
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An African in Imperial London: The Indomitable Life of A. B. C. Meriman-Labor by Danell Jones
S2 Ep 1. Interview with Keron Rose - January 3, 2025
SEASON ONE
S1 Ep 41. Special edition - Celebrating 1,000 Downloads Together - December 23, 2024
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Over the past few days, ABWilson’s Heart of the Matter reached an incredible milestone—1,000 podcast downloads! I’m beyond excited and deeply grateful to celebrate this moment with you.
This wouldn’t have been possible without the incredible guests who graciously said yes to sharing their stories of triumph, growth, and empowerment, and the amazing listeners like you who tuned in to be inspired.
In this special episode, I reflect on the journey of creating the podcast, the lessons I’ve learned, and the joy of building this space for connection and storytelling.
So, grab your favorite beverage, pop in your earbuds, and join me as we celebrate this milestone together. Let’s keep the stories and inspiration flowing.
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40. Interview with Dasha Kelly Hamilton - December 20, 2024
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Book recommendations:​​​​​​​​​
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The Great Cosmic Mother: Rediscovering the Religion of the Earth by Monica Sjoo
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The Tipping Point: How Little Things Can Make a Big Difference by Malcolm Gladwell
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​Website: https://dashakh.com/
39. Interview with Kisha Tyrrell - December 13, 2024
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Book recommendations:​​​​​​​​​
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Grown Women Talk: Your Guide to Getting and Staying Healthy by Dr. Sharon Malone
Walk Through Fire: A Memoir of Love, Loss and Triumph by Sheila Johnson
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Website: https://enzuribeauty.com/
38. Interview with Dr. Nicole Bossard - November 29, 2024
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Book recommendations:​​​​​​​​​
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The Success Principles: How to Get From Where You Are to Where You Want to Be by Jack Canfield
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Website: https://tgcconsultinginc.com/
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37. Interview with Adair Cates - November 22, 2024
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Book recommendations:​​
​The Surrender Experiment: My Journey into Life's Perfection by Michael A. Singer
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​​​​The Untethered Soul: The Journey Beyond Yourself by Michael A. Singer
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Human Design: The Revolutionary System That Shows You Who You Came Here to Be By Jenna Zoe
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The Gene Keys: Embracing Your Higher Purpose by Richard Rudd
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36. Interview with Ecy King - November 15, 2024
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Book recommendations:​​
Bit by Bit: A Graphic Introduction to Computer Science by Ecy Femi King
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African Fractals: Modern Computing and Indigenous Design by Ron Eglash
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Fractal Gridded White Paper by Ecy King and Rod King, PhD.
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Ecy's website: https://cogsplat.vercel.app/L1
35. Interview with Dr. Kendra-Lee Pearman - November 8, 2024
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Book recommendations:​​
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Ministry of Healing by Ellen G. White
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Counsels on Diets and Foods by Ellen G. White
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Healthful Living by Ellen G. White​​
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Website: https://refresshministrybda.com/
34. Interview with Charmaine Heard - November 1, 2024
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Book recommendations:​​
All About Love by bell hooks​​
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Sisters of the Yam: Black Women and Self-Recovery by bell hooks​
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Braving the Wilderness by Brene Brown
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The Way of Integrity: Finding the Path to Your True Self by Martha Beck
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Real Love by Sharon Salzberg​​
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Website: https://charmaineheard.com/
33. Interview with Barbara King - October 25, 2024
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Book recommendations:​​
​​​Conversations with God by Neal Donald Walsch
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Illusions: The Adventures of a Reluctant Massiah by Richard Bach
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From Here to Eternity: Traveling the World to Find a Good Death by Caitlin Doughty
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TikTok and Instagram: Deathcafett
Email: deathcafett@gmail.com
32. Interview with Dr. Akasha Saunders - October 17, 2024
​I’m thrilled to have Akasha back for a second interview! Our first conversation was fascinating, but the sound quality didn’t do it justice.
So, I invited him to join me again, and while I asked the same questions, we had a new and enriching conversation.
31. Interview with Eric Collins - October 11, 2024
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Book recommendation:​​
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​We Don't Need Permission: How Black Businesses Can Change Our World by Eric Collins
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Where You Are Is Not Who You Are: A Memoir by Ursula Burns​​
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Always Enough: A Global Food Memoir by Annette Anthony
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30. Interview with Martin Buechele - October 4, 2024
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Book recommendation:​​
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29. Interview with Charmaine Heard - September 27, 2024
Podcast interview​​
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​This week’s conversation took an unexpected turn, leading to a heartfelt and intimate conversation with Charmaine about love
and loss.
Together, we opened up about our personal journeys through grief, sharing the profound experience of losing a spouse. It was
a deeply moving dialogue that resonated far beyond our usual discussions, and left us both reflecting on the power of connection and healing.​
28. Interview with Dr. Rod King - September 20, 2024
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Book recommendations:​​​​​
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Business Model Canvas: A Good Tool With Bad Instructions? by Rod King, PhD
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Fractal Gridding Notepad: Visually Organize Your Lifespace by Dr. Rod King and Ecy King
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Video: Ready Made Multiplication
Video: Magic routine​​​​
27. Interview with Alonda Williams - September 13, 2024
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Book recommendations:​​​​​
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The Four Agreements: A Practical Guide to Personal Freedom by Don Miguel Ruiz​
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The Power of Now: The Guide to Spiritual Enlightenment by Eckhart Tolle​
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​48 Laws of Power by Robert Greene
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26. Interview with Carla Zuill - September 6, 2024
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Book recommendations:​​
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How to Heal Yourself When No One Else Can by Amy B Scher
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How to Forgive Yourself: A Step by Step Guide Yourself and Letting Go of the Past by Alona Bishop
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Website:
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25. Interview with Dr. Akasha Saunders - August 30, 2024
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Book recommendations:​​
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The Untethered Soul: The Journey Beyond Yourself by Michael Singer
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Man's Search For Meaning by Victor E. Frankl
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Stealing Fire by Stephen Kotler and Jamie Wheal
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Websites:
https://www.nextdirectionretreat.com
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Akasha's playlists:
I Am Alive
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6sIs67RZKoBXSxJy1FFKCq?si=AAXmAgKvSKajUiQGVWznzw&pi=u-R6XVO05hQLSz
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Conscious Fun https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4CLyEzwenq0PJBk8Cp8d4Q?si=3oSfahD6RXm2zl-DfF9m-Q&pi=u-JeiVqI1oSGaU​
24. Interview with Aaron Critchlow - August 23, 2024
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Book recommendation:​​
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23. Interview with Charmaine Wright Orr - August 16, 2024
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Book recommendations:​​
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Men Are Like Waffles, Women Are Like Spaghetti by Bill and Pam Farrel
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To Be Told: Know Your Story, Shape Your Future by Dan B. Allender
Visioneering: Your Guide For Discovering and Maintaining Personal Vision by Andy Stanley
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Website: https://charmainewrightorr.com/
22. Interview with Tanja Gittens - August 9, 2024
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Book recommendations:​​
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The Pursuit of Happyness by Chris Gardner
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The Millionaire Next Door by Thomas J. Stanley, Ph.D
Living Out Loud on a Budget: Authentic Financial Living by Tanja Gittens
21. Interview with Vicki Abraham - August 2, 2024
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Book recommendation:
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Stillness in Motion - Dru Yoga
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I was interviewed by Vicki and Laura on their podcast Resilient Entrepreneur. Watch the interview.
20. Interview with Laura Bell - July 26, 2024
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Book recommendations:
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Think Again: The Power of Knowing What You Don't Know by Adam Grant
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The Diary of A CEO by Steven Bartlett
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I was interviewed by Laura and Vicki on their podcast Resilient Entrepreneur. Watch the interview.​
19. Interview with Florenz Webbe Maxwell - July 19, 2024
18. Interview with Leah J. M. Dean - July 12, 2024
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Book recommendations:
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The First 20 Hours by Josh Kaufman
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Change Your Questions, Change Your Life by Marilee Adams
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Assemble the Tribe by Leah Dean
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17. Interview with Sandra Barker McIntosh - July 4, 2024
16. Interview with Natalie Alcantara - June 28, 2024
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Book recommendations:
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Risk Forward: Embrace the Unknown and Unlock Your Hidden Genius by Victoria Labalme
15. Interview with Latisha Lister-Burgess - June 21, 2024
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Book recommendations:
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What If I Say The Wrong Thing?: 25 Habits For Culturally Effective People by Verna A. Myers
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14. Interview with Gordon Johnson - June 14, 2024
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Book recommendations:
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Power For All by Julie Battilana and Tiziana Casciaro
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We Were Not The Savages by Daniel N. Paul
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A Spirituality of Fundraising by Henri J. M. Nouwen
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13. Interview with Mansfield Brock - June 7, 2024
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Book recommendations:
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I'm Okay, You're Okay by Thomas Harris
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Psycho-Cybernetics by Maxwell Maltz
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The Myth of Intelligence by Henry Schlinger
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An inspiring story about Mr. Brock published in the Bermuda daily newspaper​
12. Interview with Marlene Ogawa - May 31, 2024
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Book recommendations:
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Alcoholics Anonymous by Bill W (the original version 1939 edition)
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11. Special birthday celebration edition
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Today, May 25, 2024, is a milestone birthday. As part of my birthday celebrations, I am publishing a special edition of Heart of the Matter podcast.
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We looked through the archives and found one surviving interview from the original Heart of the Matter which began life as a radio program.
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The late Ron Lightbourne, the original host interviews me, Aderonke Bademosi Wilson and the audio engineer, Abimbola Bademosi. I had the privilege of interviewing Ron.
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Different music. Different questions. Same DNA.
10. Interview with Vanessa Turner - May 24, 2024
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Book Recommendations:
12 Years a Slave by Solomon Northup
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Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert
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Vanessa's websites:
9. Interview with Ade Thompson - May 17, 2024
8. Interview with Karen Hendrickson - May 10, 2024
7. Interview with Tamsin Astor - May 3, 2024
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6. Interview with Sharon Bailie - April 26, 2024
Book Recommendations:
Stop Talking - Start Doing: A Kick in The Pants in Six Parts by Richard Newton
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The Boy, The Mole, The Fox and The Horse by Charlie Mackesy
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We Don't Need Permission: how black business can change our world by Eric Collins
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5. Interview with Leah Lovelight Michael - April 19, 2024
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4. Interview with Dr. Bankole Thompson - April 12, 2024
Book Recommendations:
Fractal Gridding Made Fractally Simple by Bankole Thompson
The Secret Diaries of Ignatius Joseph by Patterson Joseph
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2. Interview with Kat Sanford-Creary - March 29, 2024
Book recommendations:
One Word That Will Change Your Life by Jon Gordon, Dan Britton and Jimmy Page
The 12 Week Year by Brian P. Moran
The Way of the Warrior by Erwin Raphael McManus
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The Last Arrow, Save Nothing For The Next Life by Erwin Raphael McManus
The Mosaic by Daniel Bruce Levin
Atlas of the Heart by Brene Brown
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1. Interview with Dr. Cheryl Peek-Ball - March 22, 2024
Website: https://bermudawellnessspace.com
Book recommendations:
Website mentioned during the interview:
About ABWilson's Heart of the Matter podcast
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Thanks for your interest in Heart of the Matter podcast.
One of the questions I ask my guests is for book recommendations. Here are some of mine: