In this episode, Ashley interviews author Laura Taylor Namey.  Laura Taylor Namey is New York Times bestselling author of Reese’s Book Club pick A Cuban Girl’s Guide to Tea and Tomorrow, The Library of Lost Things, and When We Were Them.  She reflects on her journey of becoming an author and shares advice for aspiring writers.

This episode also features Lauren Luteran, previous guest from episode 4, “Grow Through the Obstacles.”  Lauren subs in for Ashley for the intro and outro of this episode.

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Laura Taylor Namey

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laura_namey/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@laurataylornamey

Twitter: https://twitter.com/lauratnamey

Website: https://www.laurataylornamey.com/

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In this episode, Ashley interviews Mackenzie Lynne.  Mackenzie talks about her journey of receiving a double lung transplant and the lessons she has learned along the way.  She also shares the joys of following her dreams while honoring her organ donor's legacy.

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Mackenzie Lynne

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kenziekokoski/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mackenzielynne23

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3j5lrqArGsrndQt_KFhm0Q

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In this episode, Ashley interviews Allison Horrocks and Mary Majoney, the co-hosts of the American Girls Podcast.  They share their journey of being historians while combining their love of history and the American Girl fandom.  They also share the lessons they have learned while creating their podcast.

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American Girls Podcast

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/americangirlspodcast/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/AGirlsPod

Website: https://www.americangirlspod.com/

Allison Horrocks

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Allisonhorrocks/

Twitter:https://twitter.com/allisonhorrocks

Mary Mahoney

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mimimahoney/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/marymahoney123

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In this episode, Ashley interviews Cassi, also known as Cassi's Castle.  Cassi talks about her journey of becoming a Disney Influencer and the lessons she has learned along the way.  She also shares her advice for those who want to express their creativity.

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Cassi’s Castle

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cassiscastle/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCg3wdpQDSKJbFZV6rGPCxrg

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cassiscastle

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In this episode, Ashley interviews Chelsea Spruance, also known as Salty Yogi.  Chelsea talks about the importance of being an advocate for one's health and self.  She talks about the lessons she has learned along the way in advocacy.  She also shares her advice for those learning to advocate for themselves.

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Chelsea Spruance

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/salty_yogi/

Business Website: https://ambientvi.com/

Business Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ambient_vi/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/stayingsalty

Article Feature: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-7108035/Cystic-fibrosis-sufferer-26-travels-world-despite-disease.html?fbclid=IwAR1KhXNgfltIgLWFZzrORmeWbNADTOfO2k7kJQZKqMpnS-3lh-QD43kb0J4

CF Yogi: https://cfyogi.org/meet-chelsea/

Breathe In Podcast Interview: https://www.gunnaresiason.com/breathe-in-ep-78-the-salty-yogi-physical-therapy-for-cf/

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In this episode, Ashley interviews Rima Irena, also known as Lung Story Short. Rima talks about her journey of receiving a double lung transplant and the lessons she has learned along the way. She also shares her advice for those experiencing difficulties of body image.

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Rima Irena

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lung_story_short/

Fitness Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lung_story_fitness/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzkxe1jqw6GLdVGDnxWzNlw

Blog: http://lungstoryshort.com/

Etsy Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/LungStoryShort

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In this episode, Ashley interviews Meg Blackwell, also known as Sage + Sprout. Meg talks about her journey of creating her small business and the lessons she has learned along the way. She also shares her advice for those wanting to start their own small business.

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Sage and Sprout

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shopsageandsprout/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sageandsprout

Website: https://shopsageandsprout.com/

Personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meglblackwell/

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In this episode, Ashley interviews Olivia Hernandez, also known as Magic With Liv. Olivia talks about her journey of becoming a Disney Influencer and the lessons she has learned along the way. She also shares her advice for those wanting to pursue their dreams, especially in the world of social media.

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Olivia Hernandez

https://www.instagram.com/magic_with_liv/

https://www.tiktok.com/@magicwithliv

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXRIFJs9Votvk8QrxZnfsNg

https://www.insider.com/what-are-disney-adult-fans-2021-8

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In this interview episode, Ashley interviews Andy Lipman, cystic fibrosis advocate, author of CF Warrior Project, and CF Warrior, himself.  Andy talks about the journey of living with cystic fibrosis, the inspiration of the CF Warrior Project, and the experience of sharing his story with others.  He also shares his advice and the importance of telling others your story.

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Andy Lipman

https://www.instagram.com/cfwarriorproject/

https://www.cfwarriorproject.org/

https://www.tiktok.com/@cf_warrior_project

https://www.facebook.com/groups/2227946234096858/

https://twitter.com/CFWarriorProj

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In this interview episode, Ashley interviews Rachel Kerby, creator of Walker + Sky, co-host of Pretty Reel Podcast, and SCAD film graduate.  Rachel talks about her journey in the film industry, creating a small business, and having a podcast with her best friend, Alyssa Aliberti.  She also gives her advice for those wanting to have a career in the film industry.

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Rachel Kerby

https://www.instagram.com/raykerbs/

https://www.instagram.com/shopwalkerandsky/

https://www.instagram.com/prettyreelpodcast/

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