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Message In The Middle

Marianne DeMello-Smith

This podcast is a safe and supportive space for listeners to explore life"s challenging lessons and gain inspiration for their personal development journey. Through a variety of engaging formats, including interviews, book clubs, master classes, and discussions, the podcast delves into topics related to perseverance, self-empowerment, and self-discovery. With a focus on sharing expertise, inspiring stories and insights from a diverse range of voices, the podcast aims to help listeners navigate

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38:43

Never Quit on a Bad Day: Phebe Trotman on Resilience,...

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2025/08/30

What if the words you speak could shape your reality and what if the key to moving forward was simply refusing to quit on your hardest days? In this empowering episode of Message in the Middle, I’m joined by Hall of Fame athlete, award-winning entrepreneur, and bestselling author Phebe Trotman. As the powerhouse behind the Never Quit on a Bad Day book series, Phebe shares her deeply personal philosophy on resilience, the transformative power of intentional language, and what it really means t...

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36:12

Is Your Resume & LinkedIn Profile Telling the Right...

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2025/08/23

In this episode of Message in the Middle, we’re diving into the often-overwhelming world of career change and job search strategy. I’m joined by Amy Adler, president of Five Strengths Career Transition Experts and a nationally recognized expert in resume writing and career positioning. With credentials like Certified Master Resume Writer, Certified Executive Resume Master, and Nationally Certified Online Profile Expert, Amy brings the perfect mix of strategy and heart to career transition. Sh...

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32:49

Is Magnesium the Missing Link? How to Restore Energy,...

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2025/08/16

Have you ever felt exhausted for no clear reason? Struggled with anxiety that seems to come out of nowhere? Or found yourself wondering why, despite doing all the “right” things, you still don’t feel like you? If so, this episode of Message in the Middle might shine a light on a hidden factor that could change everything. Marianne is joined by Natalie Jurado, a certified magnesium expert and the founder of Rooted In, a wellness brand focused on helping women reclaim their energy, clarity, and...

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40:59

Resetting the Chemistry of Stress: Science-Backed...

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2025/08/09

Ever feel like you’re running on empty while trying to keep it all together? You’re not alone — and you’re not broken. In this episode of Message in the Middle, I’m joined by Jenny Evans — global speaker, author, and expert in the chemistry of stress, confidence, and performance. Jenny breaks down what’s really happening in your body when you're feeling overwhelmed, burned out, or soul-tired — and how resilience isn’t just a mindset, it’s a biological skill you can train. We explore: Why so m...

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31:55

When You Know You Need a Change but Don’t Know Where...

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2025/08/02

Have you ever felt like something in your life is out of alignment, but the thought of making a change feels overwhelming—or even a little terrifying? You’re not alone. In this episode of Message in the Middle, host Marianne talks with executive coach and leadership consultant Rachel Burr, who has spent more than 20 years helping people navigate the messy middle of growth and transformation. Together, they explore the fear that often shows up at the edge of change, the damaging belief that we...

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48:49

Legacy, Loss, and Love: A Mindful Approach to...

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2025/07/26

In this heartfelt episode of Message in the Middle, Marianne sits down with mindfulness teacher, caregiver, and dementia advocate Jessica Smith for a conversation that lives at the intersection of presence, purpose, and deep compassion. For over two decades, Jessica has studied and practiced awareness-based meditation under the guidance of renowned spiritual teachers like Ram Dass, Sharon Salzberg, and Michael Singer. But it’s her personal journey as a long-distance caregiver for her mother, ...

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42:19

Harnessing Courage: Laura Bratton on Blindness, Grit,...

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2025/07/19

What happens when your world begins to go dark — literally — before you’ve even hit your teenage years? In this powerful episode of Message in the Middle, I sit down with author, speaker, and resilience coach Laura Bratton, who was just nine years old when she learned she would lose her sight. Laura’s story is not just about blindness — it’s about vision. Vision for what’s possible, even when life takes an unexpected turn. From navigating a decade-long transition to blindness to becoming the ...

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44:02

Living Out Loud with Alzheimer’s: Greg Nelson’s Story...

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2025/07/12

In this deeply moving and hopeful episode of Message in the Middle, I sit down with Dr. Greg Nelson—an executive leadership coach, speaker, and writer who’s spent over two decades guiding others through change, identity, and purpose. But now, Greg is navigating the most personal change of his life: a 2024 diagnosis of early-stage Alzheimer’s disease, alongside a battle with lymphoma. Rather than retreating into silence, Greg has chosen to share his journey out loud, with honesty, vulnerabilit...

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38:18

Navigating Midlife Health: Hormones, Metabolism &...

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2025/07/05

In this insightful episode of Message in the Middle, I sit down with the incredibly knowledgeable Dr. Christine Boev to tackle the most common midlife health questions women are asking right now. Whether you're navigating perimenopause or menopause, feeling drained of energy, struggling to lose weight, or just looking for ways to feel the best you can feel, this conversation is packed with practical tips and science-backed insight to support you on your journey. Dr. Boev brings a unique persp...

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50:21

What If You’re Not Broken—Just Blocked? Tara Wiskow...

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2025/06/28

In this transformative episode of Message in the Middle, I’m joined by Tara Wiskow, an intuitive energy healer and life reinvention expert who’s helping women break free from the patterns that keep them small—self-abandonment, self-sabotage, and people-pleasing. After naturally losing 220 pounds and healing through layers of emotional pain, Tara has made it her mission to empower women to rise into their most authentic, powerful selves. Through her She Rises program, Tara guides women to unra...

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38:53

Caregiver Burnout, Guilt & Grace: Real Talk with...

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2025/06/21

In this episode of Message in the Middle, host Marianne sits down with Amy Friesen—award-winning eldercare expert, best-selling author, and host of the Artful Aging podcast. With more than 20 years in the senior housing industry, Amy has become a guiding light for families navigating the emotional and logistical complexities of caregiving, particularly women in the sandwich generation. Together, we unpack the often-unspoken challenges caregivers face, from navigating senior housing options an...

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42:00

The Wake-Up Call She Never Saw Coming: Sarah Wilson...

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2025/06/14

In today's episode I am sitting down with Sarah Wilson, a certified wellness coach, host of the Everything’s Messy podcast, and women with a mission to help other Type 1 Diabetics find the path of true understanding and to help them take their power. Sarah describes her background as messy, and while it may be unconventional, it’s also a powerful story of resilience, transformation, and taking back control. Diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes at just 15, Sarah struggled for decades to fully unders...

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30:01

Stepping Into Strength: What a Female Commodore...

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2025/06/07

What does it really mean to lead when you're filled with doubt, surrounded by resistance, and still expected to show up strong? In this episode of Message in the Middle, I’m joined by Dr. Jenn Donahue, a retired U.S. Navy Captain, former Commodore of an 1,800-person regiment, and a civil engineer who's led high-stakes geotechnical projects all over the world, including building bridges in Iraq and combat outposts in Afghanistan. But today, Jenn opens up about: The reality of facing impostor s...

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38:50

Empowered Aging: Staying Independent, Choosing Care,...

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2025/05/31

In today’s episode of Message In the Middle we’re diving into one of life’s most important, and often overlooked topics, aging well. We’re asking the big questions many of us face as we grow older or support aging loved ones: How do we maintain independence?Is aging at home the best choice for everyone?What do we need to know about planning and paying for care?Joining me is the incredibly knowledgeable Laura Lynn Morrissey, a Certified Fitness Trainer, Nutrition Coach, Dementia Practitioner, ...

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25:42

Burnout, Reinvention & The Surf Shop That Sparked a...

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2025/05/24

In this episode of Message in the Middle, I sit down with Marcia Heath, professional editor, writer, and founder of Bungalow Hill. Marcia’s career was the kind most people would envy—publicist at Simon & Schuster, executive editor at Harcourt, brand strategist for startups and Fortune 500s. But by her early sixties, she found herself burnt out and questioning what came next. Then came Aruba and a small, soulful surf shop that changed everything. Marcia’s debut book, The Little Giant: The ...

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27:41

Paving the Way for Your Second Act with Shannon Russell

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2025/05/17

In this episode of Message in the Middle, Marianne is joined by Shannon Russell, a woman who truly understands what it means to pivot with purpose. Shannon is a Career Transition and Business Coach, speaker, author of Start Your Second Act: How to Change Careers, Launch a Business, and Create Your Best Life, and the host of the Second Act Success Career Podcast. Shannon’s own path has taken her from producing for major networks like MTV, E!, TLC, and Yahoo!—to launching a successful STEM fran...

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42:42

Facing Emotions, Getting Unstuck, and Living with...

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2025/05/10

Welcome back to Message in the Middle! I’m your host, Marianne, and Today I’m joined by Dr. Michelle Maidenberg—psychotherapist, TEDx speaker, adjunct professor at NYU, author, and passionate advocate for mindfulness and emotional wellness. In this episode, Dr. Maidenberg and I dive into the powerful concept of emotional avoidance—what it looks like in everyday life, why we do it, and how to move through uncomfortable emotions instead of shutting them down. We also unpack what it really means...

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58:57

Surviving Suicide Loss: Healing, Helping, and Hope...

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2025/05/03

In this heartfelt episode of Message in the Middle, I’m joined by Lisa Sugarman — an author, nationally syndicated columnist, mental health advocate, and founder of The HelpHUB. Lisa has survived the unimaginable, losing three loved ones to suicide, and she’s turned that deeply personal pain into a powerful mission: to make mental health support more accessible, human, and real. Together, we dive into the raw truths of grief, suicide loss, and the emotional journey that follows. Lisa shares h...

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41:52

Can We Really Have It All? A Candid Conversation...

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2025/04/26

Joining Marianne today is Dr. Denise Brown—a Stanford-trained physician, author, former CEO and Chief Strategy Officer, and board advisor to seven- and eight-figure companies. Dr. Brown brings over three decades of experience in healthcare and leadership, but what truly sets her apart is her commitment to helping high-achieving women redefine success, prioritize self-care, and navigate maternal overwhelm without burning out. Her new book, The Fairy God Doctor’s Guide to the Good Life: A Presc...

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33:01

The Mastectomy She Chose: A Candid Breast Cancer...

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2025/04/19

Today’s episode is both powerful and personal. I’m joined by Erica Neubert Campbell, a breast cancer survivor, seasoned cancer advocate, and Executive Director of the Pinky Swear Foundation—a nonprofit that supports families with children battling cancer. Erica lost her mother to breast cancer and later faced her own diagnosis, giving her a unique, multi-layered perspective that she describes as speaking “the vocabulary of cancer.” In her honest and insightful memoir, The Mastectomy I Always ...

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