Send us a text In this episode, I sit down with Teri, author of 10 Little Rules for a Double-Butted Adventure, to talk about her incredible cross-country tandem bike journey and how it became a story of healing, courage, and rediscovering purpose. Teri shares what it was like to cycle 3,102 miles across the United States with her husband Bruce during the COVID summer, the lessons they learned about communication, patience, and love, and how she turned that experience into a book that continue...
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Send us a text In this episode, I sit down with Teri, author of 10 Little Rules for a Double-Butted Adventure, to talk about her incredible cross-country tandem bike journey and how it became a story of healing, courage, and rediscovering purpose. Teri shares what it was like to cycle 3,102 miles across the United States with her husband Bruce during the COVID summer, the lessons they learned about communication, patience, and love, and how she turned that experience into a book that continue...
Send us a text In this episode, I sit down with Teri, author of 10 Little Rules for a Double-Butted Adventure, to talk about her incredible cross-country tandem bike journey and how it became a story of healing, courage, and rediscovering purpose. Teri shares what it was like to cycle 3,102 miles across the United States with her husband Bruce during the COVID summer, the lessons they learned about communication, patience, and love, and how she turned that experience into a book that continue...
Send us a text In this episode, I sit down with D. Paul — a Disabled Veteran, Native American Holy Man, and author of Mysteries at the Wyndham Inn — to talk about faith, spirit, and the unseen world. D. Paul shares stories from his years investigating haunted places, confronting dark entities, and helping people find peace and healing. We discuss his unique spiritual journey as a Heyoka, his connection to both Native tradition and Christian faith, and how writing became a way to channel the m...
Send us a text In this episode of The Resilient Author Podcast, I sit down with Joel Conwell — a former pastor, leadership coach, and author whose journey from ministry to tech reveals the deep link between authenticity and resilience. Joel is the author of Your Missing X-Factor and The Boy in the Tree, two books that challenge how we define success and strength. Together, we unpack what it means to present yourself authentically in professional spaces without losing humility — and how v...
Send us a text In this episode, I had the honor of sitting down with Dr. Rod Berger, a journalist, author, and global storyteller who has conducted over 4,000 interviews with some of the most fascinating people on the planet — from world leaders and innovators to athletes and educators. Our conversation centers around his new book, The Narrative Edge: Authentic Storytelling That Meets the Moment, and the lessons he’s learned after years of listening to stories that span cultures, faiths, and ...
Send us a text What happens when a cybersecurity specialist turns his recurring dreams into an epic fantasy world? In this episode, I sit down with Jamari Torian, IT specialist, cybersecurity grad student, and author of the Sunder World series, to talk about the balance between technology and creativity. Jamari shares how his dreams sparked the idea for his fantasy world, the challenges of writing as an indie author, and what he’s learned about discipline, mindset, and perseverance along the ...
Send us a text What does it take to live and lead with the right mindset? In this episode, I sit down with Eric Goodman, best-selling author of What’s Your Mindset?, to explore how faith, love, leadership, and purpose shape the way we overcome life’s toughest challenges. From surviving a life-saving surgery at 15 to becoming CEO of one of Orange County’s most community-minded companies, Eric shares how a positive mindset transformed not just his business, but his life. We talk about: The mome...
Send us a text What does it really mean to lead with empathy—and why does it matter more now than ever? In this episode, I sit down with Melissa, author of The Empathic Leader, to explore how empathy is reshaping the future of leadership, productivity, and innovation. Drawing from her research, data, and personal experience, Melissa shares why empathy isn’t a “soft skill” but a strategic advantage in today’s organizations. She opens up about the moment that changed everything—walking away fro...
Send us a text When life took an unexpected turn, tea became both a grounding practice and a path forward for Nicole Wilson. As an award-winning tea writer and educator, Nicole has been sharing her love of the leaf since 2008 through her acclaimed site, TeaForMePlease.com — a trusted space for reviews, stories, and the rituals that make tea more than just a drink. In this conversation, Nicole opens up about the journey behind her book, The Tea Recipe Book, and what it was like to write under ...
Send us a text In this episode, I sit down with Tara Rose, author, intuitive healer, and spiritual teacher, to talk about her powerful journey of awakening through plant medicines like cannabis and ayahuasca. Tara opens up about the experiences that inspired her memoir Trust the Flow, sharing what it truly means to surrender, heal, and reconnect with your higher self. We also explore how storytelling becomes a tool for transformation — not just for the reader, but for the writer too. If...
Send us a text What does it take to turn a lifetime of challenges into a story that heals others? In this episode, I sit down with Liz, author of You’re Too Young to Understand, a powerful memoir about growing up with a mother living with schizophrenia and an immigrant father facing his own struggles. Liz shares the raw truth of her childhood, teenage years, and adulthood and how resilience, humor, and honesty helped her navigate it all. We talk about: The hidden challenges of caring for a pa...
Send us a text In this episode of The Resilient Author Podcast, Kary sits down with Juan Battle, author of How I Turned My Pain into Purpose and founder of the faith-based movement Believe By Battle. Juan’s journey began in New Jersey, where he endured years of pain, hardship, and even incarceration. But instead of letting those experiences define him, Juan chose transformation. After moving to Florida, he found the space to heal, reconnect with his faith, and discover his purpose. Out o...
Send us a text Your story matters and this podcast is here to remind you of the resilience it takes to bring it to life. In this opening episode, I share the story behind The Resilient Author Podcast and why it matters to me. From helping my late father finish his book to realizing the power of speaking over writing, I’ve seen that resilience is what carries authors through. This show is my way of honoring that truth and creating a space for authors to share both the challenges and the breakt...
Send us a text In this episode, I sit down with Teri, author of 10 Little Rules for a Double-Butted Adventure, to talk about her incredible cross-country tandem bike journey and how it became a story of healing, courage, and rediscovering purpose. Teri shares what it was like to cycle 3,102 miles across the United States with her husband Bruce during the COVID summer, the lessons they learned about communication, patience, and love, and how she turned that experience into a book that continue...
