What if some of the rules running your life aren’t actually yours?

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Award-winning filmmaker, keynote speaker, and author Denise Soler Cox (https://denisesolercox.com/) returns to Dance in the Discomfort Zone with her new book, What Will They Say?, an exploration of the cultural taboos, inherited expectations, and unspoken rules that shape how we live, lead, belong and sometimes hold ourselves back.

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The book was born after touring with her documentary Being Ñ. After viewing the film, people repeatedly approached her and revealed secrets they’d never told anyone and dreams they were afraid to go after. Denise began noticing a pattern: underneath many of those stories was the same powerful fear...what will people say?

While Denise writes through the lens of her Latino perspective, this conversation is wildly universal. Because every culture, family, workplace, and community has rules that encourages hiding things from others to "save face".

The fun begins when we start asking whether we still want to follow them.

We get into:

• The surprising “line” that inspired an entire book
• A cultural phrase that can quietly follow you into your career and life
• The deeply personal taboo Denise almost didn’t write about
• What an AP Physics lesson unexpectedly reveals about emotional healing
• Why breaking a generational cycle may be much simpler than we think

More from Denise:

• https://denisesolercox.com/
• https://www.instagram.com/denisesolercox/
• https://www.linkedin.com/in/denisesolercox/
• Denise's original appearance here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-182-denise-soler-cox-film-maker-and-expert-in/id1444223443?i=1000560093054

Denise Soler Cox is a cultural excavator — award-winning filmmaker, keynote speaker, and author who goes inside the cultures that shape how we lead, belong, and who we become. Her debut book ¿Qué Dirán? / What Will They Say? (Simon & Schuster, August 2026) uncovers the ten inherited rules keeping us shrinking and shows us how to stop. She’s spoken on 400+ stages, including two TEDx talks, and her podcast The Self-ish Latina has listeners in 32 countries.

Anne Bonney is a keynote speaker and emcee who helps organizations lead through change by building resilience, emotional intelligence, and courageous communication.

Have you ever worked your butt off to build the life you thought you wanted...only to get there and think,  "...Wait. Is this it?"

Dr. Kelsey Miles (https://www.drkelseymiles.com)  knows that feeling firsthand.

WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/K83AKk4gm7k

After earning a PhD in chemistry, she walked away from the career she'd spent years building to become a touring blues musician. Today, she's somehow both and she's discovered that science and creativity aren't opposites at all.

In this fascinating conversation, we explore why so many of us treat life like a problem to solve instead of an experiment to run, how curiosity beats certainty, and why the scientific method might be one of the best tools for navigating change, uncertainty, and personal growth.

If you've ever felt stuck, questioned your path, or wondered whether you're becoming the person you actually want to be, this episode is for you.

Chapters

00:00 Dancing in the Discomfort Zone

03:10 From Chemistry to Music: A Journey of Self-Discovery

05:48 The Power of Music in Healing

08:57 Finding Common Ground Through Music

11:54 The Intersection of Science and Art

15:04 Embracing Change and New Opportunities

23:10 Redefining Success and Personal Discovery

30:09 Embracing Change and Continuous Growth

37:04 Navigating Discomfort and Life's Challenges

44:59 The Science of Experimentation in Life

Want more from Dr Kelsey?

• https://www.drkelseymiles.com
• https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamkelseymiles
• https://www.youtube.com/@iamkelseymiles
• https://www.instagram.com/iamkelseymiles
• https://www.facebook.com/iamkelseymiles
• Music: kelseymiles.com
  
  

 Dr. Kelsey Miles invites audiences to stop treating life like a problem to solve and start approaching it as something to discover. Through live science and live music, she shows people how to read the signal, cut through the noise, and make decisions that feel more aligned with who they are becoming. She is the 2026 Professor of the Year at Avila University in Kansas City.

Anne Bonney is a keynote speaker and emcee who helps organizations lead through change by building resilience, emotional intelligence, and courageous communication.

Scott Bloom (scottbloomconnects.com) did something completely ridiculous...

He wrote a parody of every productivity, morning routine, and self-help book you've ever rolled your eyes at...and somehow ended up creating a book that might actually change your life.

 WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/NEiprfC1axA

In this episode, comedian, keynote speaker, author and generally hilarious human Scott Bloom shares the unbelievable story behind Atomic Morning Miracle, including how he convinced Scott Bakula (yes...THE Scott Bakula from Quantum Leap and Star Trek) to become part of the project after writing the entire book before ever hearing "yes."

Along the way, we dive into synchronicity, creativity, spirituality, humor, quantum thinking, and why laughter might be one of the best ways to lower our defenses enough to actually grow.

Whether you're obsessed with personal development or allergic to self-help books, this conversation will make you laugh, make you think, and probably make you question a few assumptions you've been carrying around.

In this episode we explore:

• Why Scott wrote a parody of today's productivity culture
 • The wild and amazing true story of landing Scott Bakula for the book
 • How synchronicity can open doors you never planned for
 • Why humor helps us learn difficult lessons
 • The difference between happiness and joy
 • Letting go of outcomes without giving up ambition
 • Why being present creates more opportunities than forcing success

If you've ever wondered whether the universe has a sense of humor...this episode just might convince you it does, and that it's 100% on our side.

00:00  Introduction to Scott Bloom and His Work

03:11  The Concept Behind Atomic Morning Miracles

05:54  The Journey to Collaborate with Scott Bakula

09:11  The Role of Humor in Self-Help

12:03  Exploring Synchronicity and Life Lessons

19:00  The Launch and Synchronicity of Events

23:43  Spiritual Awakening and Personal Growth

27:04  Reframing Life's Challenges

29:59  Exploring Alien Theories and Interdimensional Beings

33:55  Finding Joy in the Present Moment

Want more from Scott?  scottbloomconnects.com

Veteran comedian, television personality and highly-respected professional emcee and keynote speaker, Scott has built a reputation as the go-to choice for business humor having hosted hundreds of events over two decades for companies such as FedEx, Ford, IBM, MetLife, PepsiCo, Pfizer and Verizon.  He’s been featured on Comedy Central, has hosted his own weekly VH1 series as well as national simulcasts for the Grammy Awards from the Palace Theatre.  He currently resides in Los Angeles.

Anne Bonney is a keynote speaker and emcee who helps organizations lead through change by building resilience, emotional intelligence, and courageous communication.

July was Voice Month on Dancing in the Discomfort Zone, and what started as four completely different conversations turned out to have one beautiful common thread: Your voice is how people experience you, and especially today...that matters!  

As Anne (https://YourChangeSpeaker.com) celebrates another trip around the sun (Happy Birthday Anne!), she reflects on the lessons shared by John Di Domenico, Joshua Seth, Hilary Blair, and Beth Z and explores why our voices matter now more than ever. In a world filled with AI, deepfakes, curated social media personas, and constant noise, authenticity has become one of our greatest superpowers. 

In This Episode, We Talk About:

•  Why your voice is far more than just the sound coming out of your mouth 
•  How authenticity and human connection are becoming more valuable in the age of AI 
•  The ways your voice builds trust, relationships, and influence 
•  Why intentional communication matters more than being louder 
•  How to think about the "flowers" you're leaving in your footsteps 

Questions to Consider

• How do people experience you?
• Are you using your voice intentionally?
•  What stories are you telling?
•  What truths are you willing to speak?
•  What kind of ripples are you creating?

As Anne enters her 52nd year, she offers a powerful reminder:

Maybe the goal isn't to be louder or more impressive. Maybe it's simply to use the voice we've been given to leave people feeling seen, heard, and a little bit better for having crossed our path.  

Anne Bonney is a keynote speaker and emcee who helps organizations lead through change by building resilience, emotional intelligence, and courageous communication.

What if your voice wasn’t actually… your voice?

In this eye-opening (and occasionally hilarious) episode, Anne welcomes back tech expert and self-proclaimed “nerdy best friend” Beth Z (YourNerdyBestFriend.com) for a fascinating conversation about AI voice cloning, deepfakes, and why your authentic voice may be more valuable than ever. From AI-generated songs to scary scams, Beth explains what’s possible today, and most importantly, what we all need to know to stay safe. 

Spoiler alert: Beth cloned Anne’s voice for the intro, and it’s just weird enough to make you question everything.

In This Episode, We Talk About:

•  The fun side of AI-generated songs, content, and creativity 
•  The frightening ways scammers are using cloned voices 
•  Why everyone need a “safe word” 
•  How to protect yourself from deepfakes and AI impersonation 
•  Why skepticism and human connection matter more than ever 
•  The truth about detecting AI-generated audio and video 

Connect with Beth:  YourNerdyBestFriend.com

Beth Z, “Your Nerdy Best Friend,” helps people make sense of emerging technology with humor, practicality, and zero jargon. She explores the tools shaping our future and teaches audiences how to use technology wisely while staying safe and human.

Anne Bonney is a keynote speaker and emcee who helps organizations lead through change by building resilience, emotional intelligence, and courageous communication.

What if the biggest thing affecting your relationships, leadership, and communication isn't what you're saying...but how you're breathing?

In this episode, Anne sits down with speaker, facilitator, and communication expert Hilary Blair (hilaryblairspeaks.com), creator of the Fruitful Friction® framework, to explore the surprising connection between breath, voice, trust, and human connection. Drawing from decades in theater and corporate leadership development, Hilary reveals why your voice is a giant "poker tell" and how small shifts in breath and awareness can dramatically change the way people experience you. 

If you've ever struggled with difficult conversations, workplace conflict, executive presence, or feeling truly heard, this episode is packed with practical wisdom.

In This Episode, We Talk About:

•  Why your voice communicates trust before you even speak the words 
•  How breath affects confidence, connection, and emotional regulation 
•  The difference between being vulnerable and being available 
•  Why "take a deep breath" may be terrible advice...and what to do instead 
•  How tone, vowels, consonants, and vocal habits influence relationships 

Want more from Hilary?

• HilaryBlairSpeaks.com
• ArticulateRC.com

Hilary Blair is a dynamic speaker, facilitator and CEO of ARTiculate: Real&Clear. She’s the creator of Fruitful Friction®, a framework redefining tension as a catalyst for innovation, collaboration, and trust. Blending her background as a professional actor with deep expertise in communication and executive presence, Hilary helps leaders stay in conversation when it matters most. Her work equips teams to engage authentically, communicate clearly, and use friction to gain traction for growth.

Anne Bonney is a keynote speaker and emcee who helps organizations lead through change by building resilience, emotional intelligence, and courageous communication.

What do Digimon, mind reading, voice acting, magic, and AI-proof careers all have in common? Joshua Seth.

In this fascinating episode, Anne sits down with award-winning mentalist, keynote speaker, corporate emcee, and legendary voice actor Joshua Seth (https://www.joshuaseth.com/) for a conversation that explores the surprising connection between voice, influence, focus, and the uniquely human skills that technology can't replace. 

Best known as the voice of Tai in Digimon and the villain Tetsuo in Akira, Joshua shares how a childhood spent listening to old radio shows launched a career that eventually took him from Hollywood voice actor to Magic Olympics champion and creator of the theatrical show Mind Magic Live that is currently selling out everywhere it goes.  (and I've seen it, and it's that good!) 

But beneath the magic lies a powerful message about connection, communication, and adaptability.

In This Episode, We Talk About:

•  Why your voice and presence create emotional connection 
•  How Joshua accidentally discovered his dream career while escaping a broken air conditioner 
•  Breathwork techniques to improve confidence, resonance, and vocal presence 
•  Why human skills like empathy, listening, and influence are becoming more valuable in the age of AI 

Want more from Joshua?

• https://www.joshuaseth.com/
• https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuaseth/

Joshua Seth is an award-winning mentalist, keynote speaker, and corporate event emcee. He's the winner of the Magic Olympics and the star of the theatrical touring show Mind Magic LIVE. But he's best known as a celebrity voice actor who can be heard in over 100 TV shows and movies, including his starring roles as Tai in Digimon and Tetsuo in Akira. But his greatest role is as the father of his two teenage children.

Anne Bonney is a keynote speaker and emcee who helps organizations lead through change by building resilience, emotional intelligence, and courageous communication.

What do Donald Trump, Christopher Walken, Morgan Freeman, speech therapy, and persuasion have in common? Apparently… everything.

This week, Anne sits down with Emmy-nominated emcee, comedian, speaker, impressionist, and all-around character John Di Domenico (https://beacons.ai/thejohnnydshow) for a conversation that starts with celebrity impressions and unexpectedly turns into a fascinating deep dive into the power of the human voice. 

John shares how overcoming a severe childhood speech impediment led him to develop an incredible understanding of voice, cadence, pacing, and influence, and why most of us are leaving a huge amount of our vocal potential untapped.

Whether you're a speaker, salesperson, leader, podcaster, or just a human who talks to other humans, this episode will change the way you think about the sound of your own voice.

In This Episode, we Talk About:

•  How speech therapy turned John into a master impressionist 
•  The surprising connection between voice, trust, and influence
•  Why hearing your recorded voice makes you cringe...and why you should absolutely do it anyway 
•  Simple ways to improve your presence, communication, and impact 
•  How Morgan Freeman intentionally developed that legendary voice 
•  Hi Alex Baldwin impression https://www.dailymotion.com/video/x1cqbz6

Want more from John?

• John Di Domenico Social Media Card: https://beacons.ai/thejohnnydshow
• Website: thejohnnydshow.com
• Instagram: @thejohnnydshow 
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johndidomenico/
• FB: www.facebook.com/johndidomenicocomedy/
• Youtube: www.youtube.com/@thejohnnydshow1
• TikTok: thejohnnydshow
• Cameo: https://www.cameo.com/thejohnnydshow

Emmy Nominated, Award-Winning, Actor, Writer, Comedian & Impressionist. John started performing voices at five years old & went on to overcome a severe speech impediment. He voices many celebrities and is now best known for his Live, TV, Film and Vocal appearances across all platforms. As a speaker, John Di Domenico captivates audiences with a unique and engaging blend of entertainment and insightful commentary.  John hosts and emcees corporate meetings in the US and internationally for Fortune 500 companies. He has 6.1 million TikTok followers, 25 million YouTube views and 50k Facebook Followers.

Anne Bonney is a keynote speaker and emcee who helps organizations lead through change by building resilience, emotional intelligence, and courageous communication.

What do a rock-and-roll roadie, a resilience researcher, and a CPA-turned-yogi have in common?

More than you think.

At first glance, June's guests seemed to disagree completely. 

• Amy Vetter embraced reinvention.
• Scott Scovill preached tenacity. 
• Courtney Clark advocated quitting. 

But when I looked closer, I realized they were all teaching the same lesson:

Don't quit because it's hard. Quit because it's wrong.

In this month's wrap-up episode, I connect the dots between three incredible conversations and explore what turned out to be the difference between giving up on a dream and giving up on a plan.

You'll discover:
• Why persistence and adaptability are partners, not opposites
• The difference between a goal and a plan
• How fear disguises itself in different ways but can always get in the way
• Why success is more like dancing than walking (hence the name of this podcast!)

If you've ever wondered whether you should keep pushing, change direction, or completely reinvent your approach, this episode will help you find the sweet spot between grit and flexibility.

Anne Bonney is a keynote speaker and emcee who helps organizations lead through change by building resilience, emotional intelligence, and courageous communication.

What if "Never Give Up" is terrible advice?

(watch this full interview on YouTube.  https://youtu.be/6ROfazVZBco)

We've all heard it: Quitters never win. Winners never quit.

But what if hanging on too long is actually what's holding you back?

In this fascinating conversation, resilience researcher, change strategist and keynote speaker Courtney Clark (https://courtneyclark.com/)  shares why adaptability, (NOT POSITIVITY!) is the real secret to thriving in this uncertain world.

After surviving cancer four times and discovering a life-threatening brain aneurysm, Courtney learned that resilience isn't about pretending everything is fine. It's about knowing when to persevere, when to change direction, and how to create a new path forward. 

In this episode:

•  Why adaptability beats positivity 
•  The surprising downside of grit 
•  When "never give up" becomes bad advice 
•  How to know when it's time to change course
•  Why successful people quit more often than you might think 
•  The difference between goals and plans 
•  How to stop chasing someone else's definition of success 
•  Why every "yes" is a "no" to something else (this was my favorite part!)

If you've ever felt stuck, burned out, overcommitted, or afraid to change direction, this episode might be exactly what you need.

Because sometimes the fastest path forward starts with letting go. 

Want more from Courtney?  It's all on her website!  https://courtneyclark.com/

GRAB A FREE CHAPTER OF HER BOOK at https://shortcutbook.com

Courtney Clark is the luckiest unlucky person in the world. After witnessing the terrorist attacks of September 11th from her office just 18 blocks north, she thought she had escaped unscathed. She had no idea the events of 9/11 would cause her to develop cancer for the first time a few years later.

Her experiences caused her to become a recognized resilience strategist and speaker whose national research studies reveal insights into how modern teams face change.

She lives in Austin, Texas with her husband and three dogs, all of whom she found at the Humane Society… including the husband.

Anne Bonney is a keynote speaker and emcee who helps organizations lead through change by building resilience, emotional intelligence, and courageous communication.