A series of blogs by Shanna Forrestall of Forrestall Consulting.
Not Just Small Talk w/ Shanna Forrestall - Episode 15 features special guest Steve Esteb talking about - "The Stories That Matter Most". Steve is an award-winning filmmaker that has worked as a Hollywood screenwriter and directed features, commercials, music videos, documentaries and is also a professor at Loyola University New Orleans teaching film and screenwriting.
Read MoreThe idea for We Can Hear You was to provide a group of "friends" with a sacred space and some bright colored body paints to "express" something they have had trouble putting into words. Being a filmmaker, I knew this could create an opportunity for stunning visuals that might inspire others as well.
Read MoreNot Just Small Talk w/ Shanna Forrestall - Episode 14 features special guest Sarah Johnson talking about how we can "Walk with Soul" even through difficult times.
Sarah lost her father earlier than planned, but his inspiring life and legacy live on through a foundation - http://thesoulefoundation.org/ - run by his children and the many lives that he impacted. Even in his own difficult time, he used his creative gift to inspire other amputees and people suffering with serious challenges.
One of the non-profits they support is https://redeemingsoles.org/. Redeeming Soles
creates opportunity and dignity through providing footwear to all in need.
#givemore #lovemore #walkwithsoul #soulefoundation
Read MoreWe can't help but think of all of our friends still recovering from the #CampFire that happened almost a year ago in Paradise, CA. Last year Easton (our videographer) and I did relief work and also captured some real-life stories of survivors and volunteers. Although it was a disaster of immense proportions we found amazing humans there, with stories of hope and love.
Check out some of the stories at www.campfirestory.info - our team worked hard to capture their stories so we can learn from their experiences.
#wildfires #citizenledrelief #recovery
Read MoreNot Just Small Talk w/ Shanna Forrestall - Episode 13 features physical preparation coach Tom Legath of TL Performance. IG - @trainertom - talking about - "The Price of Performance". http://www.forrestallconsulting.com
Read MoreSome of you know, but many don't - that I was in a car accident two years ago this month that changed my life. Although it seemed minor at the time, it threw me into a loop of continuous chronic pain and left me with repercussions in my mind and body that I could never have anticipated….
Read MoreNot Just Small Talk w/ Shanna Forrestall - Episode 12 features special guest 91 year old Dr. Gus Reynolds of the Alternative Health & Wellness Center in Edgemont, AR. http://www.forrestallconsulting.com Dr. Gus has a lifetime of studying health and nutrition, and is a certified physician, nutritionist, and member of the Medical Advisory Board. He shares tips for maintaining a healthy lifestyle that improves longevity. http://www.artelco.com
Read MoreAs we're coming up to the 1 year anniversary of the #Campfire in Northern California that devastated the town of Paradise, CA and the surrounding area, we just released a 3.5 min inspirational video telling a survivor story. www.campfirestory.info
Read MoreNot Just Small Talk w/ Shanna Forrestall - Episode 11 features special guest Trent Wunstel talking about - "The State of Inclusion in Hiring". http://www.forrestallconsulting.com
Trent is the VP of Data Analytics and Strategy with Goodwill Mo-Kan. He is passionate about inclusion in hiring and in equipping, mentoring and hiring individuals with "divers-abilities."
Read MoreWhat does it mean to be sexy? Today advertising uses "sex" to sell everything from toothpaste to veggie burgers, and we're inundated with advertising meant to titillate, and yet, it's still taboo for a woman to breastfeed or show her nipples in public. It's a strange paradox.
Read MoreNot Just Small Talk w/ Shanna Forrestall - Episode 10 features my special guest and best male friend, Escalante Lundy, talking about his personal health reboot.
Escalante Lundy is an actor who got inspired to overhaul his health to increase his chances of longevity. Find our his secrets, learn from his real-life experience and find your motivation to make the positive changes you’ve been craving.
Read MoreDear human being,
You were put on this earth for a reason. It was to evolve and grow and make the world a better place. So today as our hearts are heavy for the people in America affected by our own blind racism, rage and pain, let’s ask ourselves … are we doing our part?
Not Just Small Talk w/ Shanna Forrestall - Episode 9 features special guest Ryan Hetrick talking about - "The Road to Autism Recovery".
Ryan Hetrick is a brain trauma specialist who works with young people on the spectrum and is producing a documentary called Restoring Balance - learn more about his work, join the online community and learn more about the film at http://www.restoringbalanceautism.com.
Read MoreWe really need to stop underestimating each other. Can we make a pact?
“Never underestimate the power of dreams and the influence of the human spirit. We are all the same in this notion: The potential for greatness lives within each of us." - Wilma Rudolph
Read MoreFor Episode 8 of Not Just Small Talk , recorded at the beautiful University Club Library in Pasadena, CA, my special guest is jewelry-maker and vintage stylist Gayl Pinnock of Loved More This Time and Vintage & Divinity.
We met through her stunning jewelry, and I now proudly own several pieces that are seriously show-stoppers. I get compliments on them constantly.
Since our initial meeting at an artist event in Los Angeles, we’ve become friends, and I’ve come to really appreciate her kind and creative soul.
Gayl talks with me about her journey to making jewelry with impact, and gives us tips for being intentional about bringing more peace into our lives.
You can find Gayl on Instagram at @lovedmorethistime and @vintageanddivinity. #notjustsmalltalk #shannanigans #podcast
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Read MoreFor Episode 7 of Not Just Small Talk , recorded at the historic Women’s City Club of Pasadena, my special guest is Michael Whitehurst of Michael Whitehurst Photography - a talented and creative photographer that I’ve partnered with quite a few times in the past year.
As you can see in this fun photo, he’s not afraid to task risks in his work. He makes custom photography unique and fun!
Read MoreFor Episode 6 of Not Just Small Talk , recorded at a beautiful hotel in New Orleans, LA, my special guest is Romey Roe of Romey Roe Designs - a beautiful and focused designer I’ve partnered with over the past few years since we first met at New Orleans Fashion Week thanks to the incomparable Tracee Dundas.
He talks about his path to design, talks about the future of design and how he loves helping women to feel beautiful in their very own body. Learn more about Romey and his current designs at www.romeyroe.com.
#notjustsmalltalk #shannanigans #podcast
Read MoreFor Episode 5 of Not Just Small Talk , recorded at the historic Blinn House/Women's City Club of Pasadena, my special guest is Chef Carmen Richardson - a passionate chef who’s culinary skills bring creativity to the dinner table.
She talks about her process to create food that impacts, and why dining together is an important ritual. Learn more about Chef Carmen at www.chefcarmens3cs.com.
#notjustsmalltalk #shannanigans #podcast
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Read MoreFor Episode 4 of Not Just Small Talk , recorded at the historic Blinn House/Women's City Club of Pasadena, my special guest is Jeff Gold - a talented musician/songwriter whose music brings calm to a crazy world.
He talks about his process to create music and the positive power music can have in our everyday lives. Learn more about Jeff at http:/www.jeffgold.com
#notjustsmalltalk #shannanigans #podcast
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Read MoreFor Episode 3 of Not Just Small Talk, recorded at the lovely Women's City Club of Pasadena, my special guest is "Rae" Rachimah Magnuson a compassionate community leader who grew up in a family of many faiths. She talks about her unique experiences living life with a "blended family" and how her experiences shaped her personal faith today.
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