Bold Book of the Day with Dr. Denise Nicholson

In this thought-provoking episode of Bold Book of the Day, Dr. Denise Nicholson welcomes bestselling author, journalist, and screenwriter Bob Reiss to discuss his gripping new novel, The Impossible Detective—a futuristic thriller that explores the moral, ethical, and societal dangers of artificial intelligence.

Bob shares his journey from growing up in New York with dreams of becoming a foreign correspondent and novelist, to facing countless rejections, to finally publishing his first book at just 25. His story is a testament to perseverance, faith in one’s calling, and the courage to keep going when others say your dreams are impossible.

The conversation dives deep into the world of AI—what happens when machines become “amoral intelligence” with the power to make independent decisions? Bob reveals how The Impossible Detective explores a future where technology is no longer just a tool, but a force capable of shaping truth, justice, and even life-or-death outcomes.

Dr. Denise and Bob also discuss:

• The ethical risks of artificial intelligence

• How fiction can influence real-world change

• The role of journalists in seeking truth

• The dangers of disinformation in the digital age

• The connection between storytelling, policy, and social awareness

Bob reflects on his years as a journalist, including reporting from dangerous environments, and how those experiences shaped his belief that storytelling—especially fiction—can spark meaningful conversations and change.

This episode challenges listeners to think critically about technology, truth, and the future of humanity—while reminding us of the power of bold ideas and courageous voices.

📘 The Impossible Detective is available wherever books are sold.
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Host: Dr. Denise Nicholson
Guest: M.E. Torrey
Book: Forest Creek (also referenced as Fox Creek)

In this powerful and thought-provoking episode of Bold Book of the Day, Dr. Denise Nicholson welcomes award-winning and critically acclaimed author M.E. Torrey, whose novel Forest Creek confronts America’s history of slavery through a deeply human and unflinching lens.

Torrey shares how a trip to Louisiana sparked what began as a ghost story and evolved into a historical novel that intertwines the lives of enslaved people and their owners in antebellum Louisiana. Frustrated by the whitewashed narratives found on plantation tours, she felt compelled to write a story that centers both the brutality of slavery and the psychological contradictions that allowed it to exist.

Drawing from three years of full-time research—including WPA slave interviews, journals, letters, and autobiographies of escaped slaves—Torrey reveals how she worked to give voice to those history tried to silence. She also opens up about the challenges of writing across racial lines, addressing cultural appropriation, responsibility, and the evolving conversation around who gets to tell which stories.

Dr. Denise and Torrey explore the disturbing parallels between historical justifications for slavery and modern forms of oppression, including the misuse of faith and power. Together, they reflect on the need for honesty, courage, and accountability in order to heal the wounds of the past and shape a more just future.

This episode is a call to remember, to reckon, and to rise—reminding us that ordinary people have the power to challenge injustice and rewrite the narrative.

✨ “May we approach every encounter with love, courage, and truth.”

Connect with M E Torrey at https://www.metorrey.com/

What if the relationships that feel the most familiar are actually the ones holding you back? In this powerful episode of Bold Book of the Day, Dr. Denise Nicholson sits down with licensed professional counselor, art therapist, and multi–award-winning author Kate King to discuss her groundbreaking new book, Mend or Move On.

Kate brings both professional expertise and deeply personal insight into the complex world of toxic relationships, explaining why so many people are drawn to patterns that harm them—and how healing the nervous system is the key to breaking free. From people-pleasing and emotional survival strategies to the guilt and grief that follow separation, Kate helps listeners understand why leaving a toxic relationship is not weakness, but courage and clarity.

Together, Dr. Denise and Kate explore:

• Why toxic relationships often feel “normal”

• How trauma and the nervous system shape relationship patterns

• The difference between a toxic relationship and a misaligned one

• Why family estrangement is about boundaries, not abandonment

• How guilt shows up after choosing yourself

• The emotional process of rediscovering who you are after leaving

Kate also introduces the Seven Traps of Toxic Relationships—including codependency, false ownership, and unhealed trauma—and shares how to recognize them before they cost you your peace, power, and purpose.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone navigating difficult relationships, questioning whether to stay or go, or ready to reclaim their life after emotional exhaustion.

✨ Healing begins when you stop surviving and start choosing yourself.

📚 Mend or Move On by Kate King
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💬 Support, clarity, and resources available through Kate’s work

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In this inspiring episode of Bold Book of the Day, host Dr. Denise Nicholson sits down with Allen Northcutt, author of the heartwarming children’s book The Legend of Chris Moose.

Allen Northcutt’s life journey is nothing short of remarkable. A U.S. Marine Corps firefighter, Vietnam War veteran, retired investment banker, devoted father, and award-winning author, Allen shares powerful stories of courage, resilience, and purpose—both on and off the battlefield.

Allen opens the conversation by recounting a gripping Vietnam War mission in which he helped save 50 Marines in the DMZ under extreme weather conditions. He reflects on the impact of that experience, the honor of receiving the Distinguished Flying Cross, and how healing through counseling and TMS therapy has helped him preserve and share these memories.

The conversation then shifts to the inspiration behind The Legend of Chris Moose, a story Allen first wrote during a challenging season of divorce and financial hardship. He explains how the book’s message—everyone has strengths and weaknesses—was deeply influenced by his son’s learning disability and his desire to empower children to believe in themselves, take courageous steps, and overcome self-doubt.

Drawing from his military career and life experiences, Allen shares lessons about leadership, standing up to bullying, and the importance of mentorship from teachers, parents, and community leaders. He explains why he chose rhyme and animal characters to bring the story to life, making its lessons accessible, memorable, and meaningful for young readers.

Dr. Denise and Allen also discuss the book’s potential to become a timeless classic—especially during the holiday season—and its powerful role in teaching children about self-worth, respect, and resilience. Allen shares details about the book’s illustrator, the creative process behind the artwork, and his passion for visiting schools and organizations to read the book and inspire young minds.

This episode is a heartfelt blend of history, healing, and hope—perfect for parents, educators, veterans, and anyone who believes in the power of storytelling to shape lives.

📘 The Legend of Chris Moose is available on Amazon.

🎙️ Tune in to hear a story that reminds us all: courage, kindness, and confidence can be taught—one story at a time.

In this powerful episode of Bold Book of the Day with Dr. Denise Nicholson, we are joined by Venchele Saint Dic, contributing author in the collaborative book Confident You: Raw Conversations—a bold collection of stories from women who chose courage, clarity, and truth over silence.

Venchele shares the deeply personal story behind her chapter, inspired by the question:
“Which story of your life have you tiptoed around because you still carry someone else’s judgment?”

Her answer takes us into a moving conversation about identity, grief, cultural truth, and healing—centered on the loss of her mother due to systemic failures in the healthcare system and her experience serving as a child translator and caregiver at just 25 years old.

✨ In this episode, you’ll discover:

• How trauma stewardship shapes identity and confidence

• The emotional cost of navigating healthcare systems as a marginalized family

• Writing as a tool for healing, clarity, and empowerment

• How to reclaim your authentic voice without shrinking or translating for others

• Why confidence is born from clarity—not perfection

Venchele also shares how poetry, including Maya Angelou’s Still I Rise, helped her process grief and silence, and how embracing all layers of her identity—Haitian, Caribbean, and American—allowed her to tell her story honestly and without apology.

The conversation concludes with Venchele’s bold vision for the future, including becoming a TEDx speaker and building a global writing sanctuary that intersects storytelling, emotional well-being, culture, and public health.

📘 Confident You: Raw Conversations is available now.
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💬 What part of your story are you ready to reclaim?

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Bold Book with Dr. Denise Nicholson welcomes author Elizabeth Ainsworth, creator of the transformative book I Am Unshaken, for a deeply honest and hope-filled conversation about healing, identity, and becoming whole again.

In this powerful episode, Elizabeth shares the personal journey that inspired I Am Unshaken—a season marked by loss, divorce, spiritual renewal, and rediscovering her true self. What began as journaling, prayer, and reconnecting with her faith became a guiding work designed to help others remain grounded and unshaken through life’s hardest transitions.

Together, Dr. Denise and Elizabeth explore:

• Navigating separation, divorce, and uncertainty with dignity and grace

• How trauma, loss, and past experiences shape identity

• Letting go of false labels and reclaiming who you were before the world named you

• The healing power of forgiveness, faith, and self-acceptance

• Why life’s challenges are not breaking you—but shaping who you are becoming

Elizabeth also shares her bold vision for the future, including plans to launch Elevate You.me and create a sacred wellness center in Jamaica—a space dedicated to healing, community, and reconnection with self and nature.

This episode is more than an author interview—it’s an invitation to heal, rise, and remember who you truly are.

📖 I Am Unshaken is available on Amazon and through Elizabeth’s website.
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Bold Book with Dr. Denise Nicholson welcomes author Michael Newman for a powerful and deeply moving conversation about his historical novel, Between These Walls.

Inspired by real family history and lived experience, Michael shares how his father’s survival of the Nazi concentration camp Mauthausen, his Jewish family roots in Hungary, and his own travels through Berlin, Israel, and World War II battle sites shaped the emotional core of his novel. Between These Walls weaves together the stories of three families and a U.S. Army Medical Corps colonel whose moral courage leads to the rescue of a baby from an SS staff car—an act that echoes across generations.

In this episode, Michael and Dr. Denise explore the emotional weight of visiting historical sites, the responsibility of remembering the Holocaust, and the importance of translating lived history into meaningful storytelling. Together, they unpack the novel’s central themes of identity, justice, moral courage, and the responsibility to stand up for what is right—especially in times of social and political tension.

Michael also discusses the character Daniel and how his journey mirrors his father’s wartime experiences, highlighting the power of honoring the past while choosing integrity and compassion in the present. The conversation connects history to modern times, reminding listeners why moral clarity, conscience, and hope are essential to preventing the repetition of past atrocities.

The episode closes with reflections on the book’s impact on Holocaust survivors, Michael’s hopes for future generations, and his plans for upcoming works, including a sequel titled Daughter’s Vengeance. Michael also shares where listeners can find Between These Walls and his vision for bringing the story to the screen.

This episode is a must-listen for readers of historical fiction, history enthusiasts, and anyone who believes in the power of storytelling to preserve memory, inspire courage, and create change.

📖 Between These Walls is available on Amazon, Goodreads, Barnes & Noble, and Indigo (Canada).

In this powerful and thought-provoking episode of Bold Book, Dr. Denise Nicholson welcomes Emmanuella Obi, author of The Termites Effect, a transformative book that uses the metaphor of termites to reveal the subtle habits, mindsets, and behaviors that can either build or quietly destroy personal and professional success.

Emmanuella breaks down the meaning behind edible versus destructive termites, explaining how attraction, value, timing, and positioning determine whether opportunities grow or erode. Drawing from a real-life encounter that sparked the book, she introduces practical principles that blend personal development, leadership, and business strategy in a way that is both relatable and actionable.

Throughout the conversation, Dr. Denise and Emmanuella explore:

• How attraction and visibility influence success

• The danger of comfort zones, pride, and undisciplined habits

• Why mindset shapes both personal life and professional outcomes

• Adapting to the era of social media, digital business, and AI

• Identifying and removing “bad signals” that can destroy organizations

• Leadership principles for resilience, growth, and long-term impact

Emmanuella also shares how writing The Termites Effect transformed her personally, challenging her to live out the principles she teaches. She closes with her bold vision of raising future entrepreneurs and leaders through her global initiative, Living Without Borders International Vision.

✨ This episode is a must-listen for entrepreneurs, leaders, professionals, and anyone ready to eliminate what’s quietly holding them back and become a light that attracts the right opportunities.

📖 Grab your copy of The Termites Effect and join the movement toward intentional growth, discipline, and impact.

Thank you for joining us today. To Connect with Dr. Denise Nicholson go to www.denisenicholson.com or email her at [email protected]

In this deeply moving episode of Bold Book, host Dr. Denise Nicholson welcomes author Stephanie Maley, whose memoir No Longer That Girl bravely chronicles her journey through abandonment, sexual abuse, loss, and healing.

Stephanie shares how she kept her story silent for years until finding safety and encouragement through her husband and the rise of the #MeToo movement. What began as an autobiography evolved into a powerful memoir, shaped during the COVID-19 pandemic—a time that resurfaced vulnerability but also offered the stillness needed for reflection, writing, and restoration.

Together, Dr. Denise and Stephanie explore the emotional toll of trauma, the impact of the pandemic on mental health, and the profound healing power of writing. Stephanie speaks candidly about revisiting her younger self through storytelling, using her voice to break generational silence, and offering hope to others who have experienced sexual abuse.

The conversation also highlights the critical roles of faith, therapy, and community in healing. Stephanie opens up about navigating betrayal within the church, separating her faith from harmful actions, and learning to validate her own voice while speaking up against injustice.

This episode is a heartfelt call to empowerment—encouraging women to support one another, seek professional help, and use self-expression as a path to healing. Stephanie also shares her passion for advocacy, including her plans to volunteer with Powerhouse for Kids, supporting children impacted by sexual abuse, and her desire to continue writing stories that inspire change.

✨ No Longer That Girl is more than a memoir—it’s an invitation to healing, courage, and reclaiming your story.

Thank you for joining us today. To Connect with Dr. Denise Nicholson go to www.denisenicholson.com or email her at [email protected]

In this powerful and inspiring episode of Bold Book, host Dr. Denise Nicholson sits down with special guest Dr. Stephanie Chambers, author of the transformational book Stop Shrinking Back. This conversation is a must-watch for women ready to rise, reclaim their voice, and step boldly into purpose.

Dr. Stephanie opens up about the true meaning of “shrinking back”—playing small, dimming your light, or hiding your gifts due to fear, self-doubt, colorism, depression, or emotional burnout. She shares her personal journey from quiet and reserved to confident, empowered, and purpose-driven.

✨ INSIDE THIS EPISODE:
✔ What “shrinking back” looks like for women in everyday life
✔ How Dr. Stephanie overcame fear, doubt, and emotional exhaustion
✔ The spiritual awakening that shifted everything
✔ The power of affirmations, stillness, and daily mindset practices
✔ A vulnerable discussion on colorism and its impact on self-worth
✔ The emotional signs women often ignore (and how to seek help)
✔ Empowering women to stand boldly, speak up, and stop playing small
✔ Dr. Stephanie’s future goals—including a women’s seminar, virtual coaching, and writing a companion journal

This episode is filled with truth, healing, authenticity, and boldness.
If you’ve ever felt unseen, unheard, or shrunk yourself to make others comfortable—THIS is your episode.

📖 Get Dr. Stephanie Chambers' book, "Stop Shrinking Back," and connect with her: https://stopshrinkingback.com/

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Your voice matters. Your story matters. Now is the time to STOP shrinking back.