Thrive Loud With Lou Diamond

Pulled from their original interview back in 2017, Lisa McDonald shares with Lou Diamond how she connects with the guests on her popular program and some of the key lessons she has learned from some powerful messages her guests provide. *** Connect with Lou: www.loudiamond.net Subscribe to Thrive LOUD:  www.thriveloud.com/podcast  

Sylvie Beljanski is a sought-after speaker at health and wellness conferences worldwide, where she has educated thousands of people about the importance of detoxification as a defense against harmful toxins that can cause serious diseases and infections. She is the founder and president of Natural Source International, Ltd., a company that brings together science and nature to create innovative natural/ organic health and beauty products. These well known products are now used around the world. She is also the author of a new book Winning the War on Cancer The epic journey towards a natural cure. In 2018, Ms. Beljanski opened the doors to Maison Beljanski, a two-story building in the heart of Manhattan, dedicated to the legacy of her father, Dr. Beljanski. The first floor, home of The Beljanski Foundation, will also serve as a site to host numerous conferences on different aspects of health and wellness. This amazing individual took time out to come onto Thrive LOUD and connect with Lou Diamond. *** Connect w

Travis Mills is a true American Hero. He was critically injured on his 3rd tour of duty in Afghanistan by an IED.  He is 1 of only 5 quadruple amputees from the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan to survive such extensive injuries. Travis has been featured on just about every news outlet across the spectrum and his story inspired the creation of the award-winning documentary film, Travis: A Soldier’s Story. He has also written a New York Times bestselling memoir, Tough As They Come, chronicling his courageous journey  He teaches and inspires audiences nationwide to “Never give up. Never quit.” no matter the obstacles or circumstances. US Army Staff Sergeant Travis Mills comes on Thrive LOUD in this awesome episode with just a normal guy with an incredible spirit.

Christine Cashen is one of the most sought after speakers worldwide. For more than 20 years, she has jazzed an amazing variety of audiences throughout the United States, Canada, South Africa and Australia. Christine is an authority on sparking innovative ideas, handling conflict, reducing stress and energizing employees. Whether talking about her life, her pet peeves or growing up in an Italian/Irish household, audiences always relate to her experiences, struggles and lessons. SHE COMBINES A DOWN-TO-EARTH ATTITUDE WITH A COLORFUL ARTISTIC STREAK. And today she connects with Lou on Thrive LOUD in a fun, engaging,  thunder storm interrupted (true story) interview that you are sure to enjoy!! *** Connect with Lou:  www.loudiamond.net Subscribe to Thrive LOUD: www.thriveloud.com/podcast  

This is a special minisode plucked from the original interview with Lou Diamond. As you can hear in the opening, Lisa will be headlining a great event to benefit the Center for Family Justice on November 3rd @ StageONE FTC in Fairfield, Connecticut called "LOSIN' IT" presented by GoodWorks. You can either CLICK ON THIS LINK OR the image below to purchase tickets for either the 3pm or 8pm show.   *** Connect to Lou:  www.loudiamond.net Subscribe to Thrive LOUD: www.thriveloud.com/podcast  

Jess Todtfeld is President of Success In Media, Inc, one of the leading business communication and media training authorities in the U.S.  With more than 15 years of experience, Todtfeld helps CEOs, business executives, spokespeople, public relations representatives, experts, and authors to not just become better communicators, but create real tangible outcomes. Jess Todtfeld, CSP shows organizations that the Secret to Power & Influence is connected to communication style and techniques. Jess is also one witty guy and has a ton of fun and laughs as he connects with Lou on Thrive LOUD.   *** Connect to Lou:  www.loudiamond.net Subscribe to Thrive LOUD:  www.thriveloud.com/podcast  

Laurie Palau, is the founder of simply B organized. She started SBO out of a passion for organization and simplicity. As a busy mom of 2, she realized that not everyone wants to be a minimalist, and although having “stuff” is a part of life, that doesn’t mean that you need to live in chaos. Her goal is to help you identify your clutter pain points, whether it’s manifests as PHYSICAL CLUTTER, EMOTIONAL CLUTTER, or CALENDAR CLUTTER. Her book HOT MESS: A PRACTICAL GUIDE TO GETTING ORGANIZED, is a survival guide for anyone who has felt overwhelmed and needs some simple strategies to get on track.  She hosts a weekly podcast program called This ORGANIZED Life is glimpse into her not-so-perfect life as a wife, mom and professional organizer. She shares her HOT MESS with Lou on this get your sh*t together episode of Thrive LOUD. *** Connect with Lou:  www.loudiamond.net Subscribe with Lou:  www.thriveloud.com/podcast  

Kate Delaney was never sure what direction her future would take. After bouncing from small radio show to small radio show, she finally got her big break at KRLD in Dallas, Texas as a sports director. And from there, her career exploded. Though it took years of hard work and even harder decisions, Kate learned what it took to pioneer her work into the career of her dreams. Now, an accomplished Emmy-award-winning journalist, Kate understands how important it is to take the necessary steps to craft your future to be exactly what you always dreamed it would be. In her book, Deal Your Own Destiny, Kate shares the pivotal moments and decisions that furthered her career and helps readers understand how they can take control of their futures and pave their own roads to success. Kate’s message is Own your destiny, take action, and step into the life you’ve always wanted.  Which is why she Thrives LOUD everyday! *** Connect with Lou:  www.loudiamond.net Subscribe to Thrive LOUD:  www.thriveloud.com/podcast

Plucked from their original conversation, Lou and Elizabeth McCourt discuss some of the unique ways she connects with her clients and prospects and the importance of establishing an 'Empathetic Connection' with everyone. *** Connect to Lou:  www.loudiamond.net Subscribe to Thrive LOUD: www.thriveloud.com/podcast  

Laura Davidson is the creator of My Sweat Story, Founder of SweatCity App, and a Brand Ambassador For Adidas Canada. Her fitness journey started in January of 2017 when she began her blog and publicly committed to motivate and inspire people to take the steps they need to make a positive change for themselves. Her posts are real, honest and come from most of her everyday experiences balancing life, entrepreneurship, a tech start up, and her workouts. Her entrepreneurial spirit, incredibly impressive SweatCity app and her energy will inspire you.  Hear her take a quick breather with Lou Diamond in the fun interview on Thrive LOUD. *** Connect with Lou:  www.loudiamond.net Subscribe to Thrive LOUD: www.thriveloud.com/podcast  

JJ Flizanes is an Empowerment Strategist and host of ALOT of podcast shows: The Fit 2 Love Podcast Show Spirit, Purpose & Energy Women, Men & Relationships Easy Paleo, Gluten & Dairy Free Cooking and many others... JJ is on a mission to transform the meaning of the word “fitness” to include not just the state of a person's physical body, but also the emotional, mental and spiritual factors which affect a person's overall well-being. And, for JJ, the key components in all these areas are 'invisible' — balanced support structures of nutrition, emotional centeredness and health. ,JJ designs customized coaching programs and unique, versatile approaches that harmonize the emotional, the mental and the spiritual. Lou and JJ have a great conversation.  And as a special bonus feature, JJ does an 'astrological reading' of Lou Diamond (tacked onto the end of this interview). Thrive LOUD Fans...the unstoppable JJ Flizanes!!

Lisa Betts-LaCroix is a podcaster, speaker, actor, and dancer. As host of the Super Power U Podcast, she does long-form interviews revealing the mental models and tactical skills needed to be your very own superhero. She's been featured in over 100 films, television episodes, and movies-of-the-week and is a dance performer and speaker who inspires audiences to embrace vitality and passion and reclaim empowered living in later life. In spite of taking up dance at age 50 she is a World Champion Pro-Am American Rhythm Ballroom dancer. It's two MASTER CONNECTORS on one show with Lisa and Lou.  You'll be inspired by how Lisa takes on the world. *** Here is a link to the KC Baker, Episode 18, of Super Power U as is referenced in the interview. *** Connect to Lou:  www.loudiamond.net Subscribe to Thrive LOUD:  www.thriveloud.com/podcast  

In this out-take from the original interview, JJ Ramberg, host of MSNBC’s “Your Business,” shares who she turns to when she has trouble thriving and reminds us the importance of valuing what you have vs. what you don't.

Josh Fox is the Founder and CEO of Bottom Line Concepts is a consulting firm that teams up with organizations to assess the top line items that are adversely affecting the business’ profits. In this process, our goal is to uncover both meaningful refunds and savings for the company. This means we look back in time to recapture dollars and look forward with cost efficient strategies. This risk reducing / cost savings firm business Josh founded has an interesting story which he shares with Lou Diamond on Thrive LOUD. *** Connect to Lou:  www.loudiamond.net Subscribe to Thrive LOUD:  www.thriveloud.com/podcast  

John DeMato is a branded, lifestyle portrait photographer and content creation expert who collaborates with speakers, authors, coaches, and other thought leaders to produce magazine-quality images that present them powerfully, purposefully and authentically to their tribes. More than just a photographer, John sets his clients up for success beyond the portrait session by coaching them on how to best leverage their image content for their websites, biogs, speaking appearances and various other needs. He also teaches his clients how to generate ideas for compelling social media content that resonates deeply with their audiences. A former television producer, John has over 18 years of production experience, and has been featured as a portrait photographer expert on several NBC Universal daytime talk and reality shows. Learn why if asked if you want your picture taken by John the only response is...#YEAHABSOLUTELY *** Connect with Lou:  www.loudiamond.net Subscribe to Thrive LOUD: www.thriveloud.com/podcast  

David Newman, CSP (Certified Speaking Professional) is a high-energy, high-content marketing speaker, marketing coach, and the author of the #1 bestseller, “Do It! Marketing” (AMACOM). David is also the creator of The Speaker Profit Formula, the widely-respected mentoring program that helps speakers, executives, and entrepreneurs market their smarts and monetize their expertise. David helps speakers, authors, coaches, and consultants (just like YOU) build the speaking-driven business you’ve always wanted – without the hype, hassle, or overwhelm. David works with executives and entrepreneurs who want to position themselves as thought-leaders and generate MORE leads, BETTER prospects and BIGGER sales. Lou and David cover everything and anything around marketing yourself and your brand.  Spoiler Alert:  There will be a Minisode created from this content in the future as its chock full of amazing intel. *** Connect to Lou:  www.loudiamond.net Subscribe to Thrive LOUD: www.thriveloud.com/podcast  

In this Thrive LOUD Minisode plucked from the original interview, Ian Karr, CEO and Founder of IKA Collective, shares how having passion for the work you do has been the key for his company's long-term success. Enjoy this minisode -- with a special introduction of the 'many' movies Ian highlighted as his favorites. Thrive LOUD! *** Connect to Lou: www.loudiamond.net Subscribe to Thrive LOUD:  thriveloud.com/podcast/    

Jim Phillips is a dynamic, engaging speaker, author and L.I.F.E. Strategist who inspires folks to live in full expression of their truth by defining, embracing and ultimately experiencing that truth. At the age of thirteen, Jim had a Divine experience that confirmed to him he had a specific message to share … and the time for that message is now. His message is clear, bold and life changing. Lou connects with Jim in an inspiring, yet very real conversation.   *** Connect to Lou:  www.loudiamond.net Subscribe to Thrive LOUD: www.thriveloud.com/podcast  

Diane DiResta is a media trainer, executive speech coach, and certified speech pathologist who works with executives in Fortune 500 companies, celebrities, and sports figures, to get them communicating with clarity and precision. She trains business people to communicate with greater impact in the marketplace and coaches leaders to project their power to influence in order to achieve the result they want. She's also the author of the Amazon.com best-selling guide to public speaking and communicating from the platform, Knockout Presentations: How to Deliver Your Message With Power, Punch, and Pizzazz.  Lou connects with Diane exploring her work and her life's passion in this 'knockout' episode of Thrive LOUD. *** Connect to Lou: www.loudiamond.net Subscribe to Thrive LOUD: www.thriveloud.com/podcast  

A technologist and coder by training, the consummate entrepreneur, and a storyteller at heart Nathalie Molina Niño is the CEO of BRAVA Investments and the author of LEAPFROG, The New Revolution for Women Entrepreneurs (Tarcher Perigee, a Penguin Random House imprint). She is committed to delivering returns to investors while making a catalytic impact on women in the world. Prior to launching BRAVA, Nathalie led the launch of SELF MADE, the company, mobile app, learning platform and NY Times Best Selling book by Telemundo’s former Entertainment president, Nely Galan. In 2015, Nathalie stepped in as interim Chief Revenue Officer of PowerToFly, a startup aimed at closing the gender gap in tech. And in 2012, while at Columbia University, Molina Niño co-founded Entrepreneurs@Athena at the Athena Center for Leadership studies of Barnard College, with the mission of leveling the playing field for women entrepreneurs. Nathalie launched her first tech startup at the age of 20. Nathalie takes Lou on a ‘mind walk’* as s