Big Conversations with Haley Hoffman Smith

In one of my all-time favorite episodes, I'm joined by Teddy Longordo to talk about best practices for tapping into the magical forces of the universe! We talk about the importance of shadow work and understanding our subconscious, "goosebump joy" to bridge the left and right brain hemispheres, the mystique of our spiritually-influenced lives, and manifesting, manifesting, manifesting!

Connect with Teddy on Instagram at @witchtastica

In the first episode of Season 2: Big IMPORTANT Conversations, I get vulnerable about a time in my life last year that I felt totally & completely stuck. We explore the reasons WHY we feel stuck, how 'stuck' is just an illusion, why bravery exists in these droughts, and of course - how to move through it and into action! 

In the final ep. of Season 1, we break down how to start your own podcast! Learn how to come up with a podcast topic, make your podcast artwork, record an intro jingle, brainstorm content, and market your episodes, ft. conversations around consistency, your value, and building an audience.

Recommended podcast platform: Libsyn

Recording software: Audacity + Blue Yeti microphone

In this fiery episode, I'm joined by speaking coach, speaker, and (accidental) TV show host Jam Gamble. We discuss:

• Jam's journey to becoming a speaker and how she accidentally got her own TV show
• How to stop eating humble pie
• How to 'step into character' (and what that means)
• How to 'shift characters', depending on your audience 
• Owning your voice to #SlayTheMic

Connect with Jam on socials at @iamjamgamble

Michael Jamin has 25+ years of sitcom screenwriting experience, with credits that span from shows like Beavis and Butthead to Rules of Engagement. In this episode, we talk about breaking into Hollywood, how Michael became a screenwriter, pushing past writer's block, and what it really means to commit to your craft. Whether you're an aspiring screenwriter or just a creative dream chaser, you'll love this episode! 

Plus, he gives listeners three modules of his new screenwriting course for free. Visit www.michaeljamin.com/haley.

This episode unpacks every step I took behind self-publishing TWO books, including a critical assessment of why self-publishing is so worth it. I also share five tips on how to market your book on your own! You don't need a major publishing house to make your book dreams come true. Let me prove it to you!

Daria Tsvenger joins me to discuss the neuroscience behind manifestation and the four steps to manifesting the life of your dreams. Daria is a Forbes-featured mindset expert and founder of a self-discovery program “The Dream Sprint”. Her work has helped 1000+ people tap into the power of the brain to gain clarity and turn their dreams into reality. She shares her own story and how she learned her power, as well as tactical strategies you can begin to implement!

-What the brain looks like when we’re under stress (and how it factors into our manifestations)

-How to determine which fears are running the show and limiting your manifesting power

-How the brain can be blind to opportunities (and how to change that)

-A surprising way that we make peace with our fear

Many of us dream of landing traditional book deals with large advances and a prestigious publisher. But, the process to get there can seem nebulous. In this episode, Neil Gordon comes on to share all his knowledge and advice on just that.

Neil works with executives, influencers, and thought leaders to help them get six-figure book advances, and be seen on shows like Ellen and Dr. Oz - plus double their speaking fees. Prior to becoming a communications expert, Neil worked on the editorial staff of Penguin Random House where he worked with New York Times bestselling authors.

Licensed acupuncturist Elizabeth Martin joins me for this episode, where we discuss Chinese medicine and how the mind, body, and spirit are connected. Elizabeth has used Chinese Medicine and alternative health throughout her life - to treat PTSD after being abused a child, to balancing her menstrual cycle, and most recently to help her through her divorce.

We discuss:

-How emotional issues can manifest within the body

-What “chi” is and how to harness it to rebalance the body

-The four modalities of Chinese medicine

- Elizabeth guides us through a rebalancing meditation that you can reuse on your own any time.

Learn more about Elizabeth on her Instagram, @mindful_mompreneur, or her website: www.handsonacupuncture.com

This episode features the founder of my all-time favorite app (the ThinkUp App), Irit Wald! I've talked about this app at length on this podcast, and how it's helped me to step into more abundance, manifest details down to the big white kitchen in my NYC apartment, and solidify my strong mindset. Now, I preach affirmations to everyone!

Irit and I discuss why affirmations work, tips to make them even more effective, how the subconscious mind can be reprogrammed, and how to tap into everything you've ever wanted - because you so deserve it! Download the ThinkUp app on the App Store.