Full Confidence Ahead

Have you ever felt like reading Shakespeare was like being forced to eat a slimy bowl of broccoli before you could have ice cream?

SAME!

I used to complain about reading Shakespeare until my theater teacher Josh Long taught me the secrets behind understanding Shakespeare's texts, and today he will share the secrets and magic of Shakespeare with you. Josh holds a BA in Theater Directing and MA in Teaching and has been named a finalist for the Tony Awards Excellence in Education Award. Josh has coached eight Shakespeare teams to win the National Shakespeare Competition Sweepstakes Championships. By the end of this episode, he will help you fall in love with Shakespeare's original text.

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May is Mental Health Awareness month. Not only is mental health important, but it carries extra weight as depression, anxiety, and thoughts of suicide all increased during the pandemic. Whether you, a friend, or a family member is struggling, in this episode Mary Ellen teaches tactics to improve mental health. Mary Ellen has been trained extensively in suicide prevention and mental health improvement while volunteering at the Crisis Text Line for over nine years. If you or someone you know is in need of help, visit the Crisis Text Line website at: https://www.crisistextline.org/ or text 741741. Visit the Full Confidence Ahead website to listen to past episodes and subscribe to the show: https://katieannpowell.podbean.com/. 

From the day we were born we were taught to strive for success. But what if there was power in failure? What if failure helps teach students better than getting a successful score on a test?

Christy Tribe, CEO of Junior Achievement, believes in the power of failure and self-correction. For over a decade, Christy has actively fought be break the circle of poverty by teaching financial literacy through real-life simulations. She believes in the power of doing, failing, self-correcting, and learning. 

This interview was recorded both audio and video and can be viewed on the Full Confidence Ahead Youtube channel.

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When his dream of flying airplanes for the military was denied because he didn't have 20/20 vision, Dr. Othello Richards found himself on a journey of following his strengths first doing mechanical engineering then on air to broadcast journalism. Even though English was his native language, he had to relearn how to speak to change his African accent to a more neutral standard broadcast style. 

Although our lives might not take us from planes, engineering, to broadcast, Dr. Othello Ricahrds' story inspires all to live life pursuing your strengths. 

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Hey friends! It's me, Katie Ann. I realized for months you've been listening to this voice on the Full Confidence Ahead Podcast, and it was time to get the know the girl behind the mic. This episode is an insider's view on the funny, embarrassing, and heartwarming moments of my life. You can stream the episode on any podcast platform or on the Full Confidence Ahead Youtube channel where I'll be sharing some exclusive insights into the show.

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YOUTUBE:

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Have you ever wanted to know how to live an effective life or how to be successful? Cindy believes that an effective life starts with your paradigm and your perspective on life. 

Cindy Powell lived as an expatriate in both Japan and China for over 11 years. When she came back to the United States, she began volunteering at Bridal Up Hope teaching the 7 habits of highly successful people along with equestrian training. Her episode will give you perspectives on how to live your life to the fullest. 

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Justin Powell is the Executive Director of YouthLinc, a program that connects high school and college students with humanitarian programs in their communities and abroad. He lived abroad for several years including in Australia, South Korea, Egypt, and Vietnam as well as led trips to over 15 different countries. 

Justin has learned the ins and outs of traveling through making mistakes and finding success through human kindness. To him, traveling opens up your world and mind, especially when coupled with service. 

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Emily Joy is a Master of English and a master at the Wii Just Dance. She worked for four years as a writing tutor where she wrote a publication called "140%: Helping Students with Reading Disabilities."

Emily's career and education have been shaped by pursuing her passion, which has not come without challenges. Her pathway gives women of all degrees and interests the courage to dream and the ability to take action. 

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Sometimes it is difficult to have hope in our financial situation with rising inflation and an economic recession. Shauna Barfuss teaches that there is hope for our financial futures, and where there is hope there is power. 

Shauna is the Executive Director of Jump$tart Utah Chapter. Her professional career started in teaching and lead her through jobs including Professional Leadership Community Coach and Education director in Domestic Violence. 

Her episode gives us all hope that we are in control of our financial future by owning the present, planning for the future, and giving gratitude. 

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Amanda Provost is a Disney Youtuber, mom, lover of popcorn, and avid hiker. Amanda and her husband Chris started Provost Park Pass Youtube channel as a passion project a few years ago. The channel is now one of the most popular Disney sites and has become her full-time gig. 

Even though she's bubbly and bright on her channel, Amanda faced the fear of being on camera. Through her journey of facing her fears and managing one of the most popular Disney channels in the world, Amanda has found that life is like a Disney ride with a lot of adventure and a little bit of magic. 

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