WELCOME TO A NEW ERA! Hannah Trueblood is now Hannah Villani, and what a better way to launch a new season of Conversations with a new name (: 

In this engaging conversation, Hannah Villani interviews her husband, Joe (Sergijoe) Villani, exploring themes of creativity, personal growth, and the meaning of a life well lived. Joe shares insights from his unconventional upbringing, his journey through religious beliefs, and how he balances his passion for music and art with his teaching career. The couple discusses their travel experiences and how these adventures have shaped their perspectives on culture and identity. Joe emphasizes the importance of learning and understanding different viewpoints, advocating for a more open-minded approach to life.

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In this conversation, host Hannah Trueblood speaks with Serena Fugate, a social worker and community advocate, about the importance of community connection, mental health, and the challenges of housing affordability. They discuss personal growth through education, the struggles of single parenting, and the need for accessible resources for those in crisis. The conversation emphasizes the impact of policy on social services, the importance of public engagement, and the necessity of self-care for social workers. They also explore the ripple effect of personal excellence and the role of community in healing, advocating for affordable housing, and the future of community leadership.

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RodThePlanter is back for a second episode! 

In this engaging BONUS conversation, host Hannah Trueblood and guest Rod the Planter explore themes of personal growth, military experiences, and the journey of self-discovery. 

They discuss the importance of finding purpose, the role of risk assessment in life, and the significance of community support. 

Rod shares his transformative motorcycle adventure and insights on personal excellence, ego, and mindfulness. Hannah shares her testimony about what inspires her to seek out hard things and working through the pain of the "1's".

The conversation culminates in reflections on how personal development can impact others and the importance of striving for excellence in life.

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• Send us a message with what resonated you in this episode, we love to keep the conversation going and connect with the listeners! 

**This is an explicit episode, with some adult words used!**

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This is a very special episode for a multitude of reasons. First, because I usually only record these once a month. Second, because Evan Bourcier is a really cool cat that I met & got to know in a really interesting way. 

In this episode we go deep - from the implications of religious trauma, to scaling a business and burning it to the ground (intentionally) and leaning into the goopy transformational aspects of existence. 

I love Evan, and this conversation came at an eerily perfect time for me. I hope this episode makes you tilt your head to the side and glance up at the sky for a bit, pondering. I hope you find value, and I hope you use it.

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Follow Evan on IG, @ebourcier - please reach out! tell us where you found us & what you thought of this conversation. We'd love to hear from you! 

Check out his podcast, Second Order Change, everywhere sounds are heard.

Visit his websites: https://www.challengermediahouse.com/ and https://www.ebourcier.com/

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On this month's episode, I sit down with award winning journalist and author Jerry Davich for a raw and honest conversation that goes far beyond his career in journalism. We dive into the challenges of navigating differing opinions in a polarized world, the dangers of staying in our own silos, and how to have meaningful conversations with people we may not agree with. Jerry also opens up about how loss and death have shaped his perspective on life, offering deeply personal reflections on grief, purpose, and what it all means in the end. If you're tired of surface-level conversations and ready to explore the messiness of being human, this one's for you.

Not gonna lie, it was SUPER intimidating to interview THE interviewer - it turned out to be one of the most fun and impactful shows I have done. Do hard and scary things y'all (: 

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Purchase his Books: on Amazon

Follow along on social media: Jerry's FACEBOOK

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Amanda joins me on the show this month to deep dive into the life of the zebra - AKA invisible illness. I have an official diagnosis for a connective tissue disorder called Ehlers Danlos Syndrome (EDS). Amanda shares the same disorder just minus the official diagnosis, so this show really dives deep into the similarities and uniqueness people with chronic illness share. 

We touch on all kinds of topics from being super bendy (but somehow also super stiff??), pushing through the pain and usually overdoing it, mental health and its connection to physical health, and the importance of clutter piles in our lives.

1 in 20 people have a rare disease - EDS is one of them, affecting an estimated 1 in 5000. It is also one of the most misunderstood and under-diagnosed disorders and having real conversations about the reality of living with it is a great way to help change that. 

I also touch on my Everesting for EDS Fundraiser - I am raising $29,029 for EDS research this year while I prepare for the 29029 Everesting Event in Stratton Vermont this October (DONATE AND FOLLOW HERE!!).

I hope you enjoy this episode - it is one of my personal favorites! 

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Let's get spiritual! This episode we dive deep into the mind with Sarah Tubbs - a local yoga teacher. She discovered yoga as a teenager, and in the last 5 years has become a yoga teacher, and even obtained a special eastern yoga teaching certification from an Ashram in India!

Throughout this podcast, we talk about the importance of calming the mind, separating yourself from your thoughts, and fan girl about Michael Singer - a great spiritual teacher and author.

You don't have to belong to a specific religion or have a specific belief system to gain insight and knowledge from this episode. Take what resonates, and leave the rest (and share with someone who needs this message today!) Remember - you are valid. You are powerful. You are LOVED.

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Take a class at Ohm Yoga Studio! : https://www.ohmyoga.studio/
Learn more about Michael Singer's books : https://untetheredsoul.com/

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Nick Rapley joins us on the show this month to discuss all things music and audio production. We dive into his history - from picking up the drums at 9 years old, to attending Ball State University, to working with Taylor Swift's fiddle player in New York City, and even all the way around to what Artificial Intelligence is doing to the music industry as we know it.
Nick is the perfect example of what can happen when you just go out and do the damn thing.
His story is fascinating, his energy is captivating, and I hope you enjoy this special episode of Conversations.

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"Conversations" with Hannah Trueblood is a radio show that dives deep into the extraordinary stories of everyday people. 
Each hour-long episode brings you heartfelt and inspiring discussions with individuals whose experiences will move, motivate, and resonate with listeners from all walks of life. These are not just interviews—they're meaningful connections that celebrate the phenomenal in the seemingly ordinary.
Tune in LIVE on the 1st Monday of every month at 7pmCST locally on WVLP 103.1FM or streamed LIVE at wvlp.org. Thank you for supporting local radio! 

EPISODE 3: Drew Mullen. Drew shares his experience traveling the world in search of the best city design for safety. He talks about the books and resources available, the towns across the globe that are already transforming they way they view cars and pedestrians, and we discuss ways to make this change in our own community of Valparaiso. The overarching theme is that most things are attainable and doable, but we need a mindset shift as a society to make it happen. The most red tape is in our minds. 

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"Conversations" with Hannah Trueblood is a radio show that dives deep into the extraordinary stories of everyday people. 
Each hour-long episode brings you heartfelt and inspiring discussions with individuals whose experiences will move, motivate, and resonate with listeners from all walks of life. These are not just interviews—they're meaningful connections that celebrate the phenomenal in the seemingly ordinary.
Tune in LIVE on the 1st Monday of every month at 7pmCST locally on WVLP 103.1FM or streamed LIVE at wvlp.org. Thank you for supporting local radio! 

EPISODE 2: Cali Young. Cali shares her story of navigating diabetes and other health issues growing up, bodybuilding to parenting, to taking care of yourself and promoting a healthy lifestyle in an unhealthy society. 

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