Fearless Fridays with Maryann is the podcast to help you get unstuck, heal your inner child and reshape your future. Hosted by Maryann Rivera-Dannert, a certified life coach, specializing in empowering women to discover and unlock their full potential, paving the way to a life marked by freedom and balance.

With over 10 years of experience as a coach, author, speaker, and owner of MRD Empowerment Solutions, Maryann uses her personal life experience with trauma, healing and rediscovery as a catalyst for personal growth.

Fearless Fridays conversations are raw, honest, and deeply meaningful. Maryann and her guests explore topics including domestic violence, sexual trauma, dealing with the complexities of divorce, and addressing lingering abandonment issues.

Together, we'll tackle the tough stuff and find the strength within to rise above.

Tune in every Friday for new episodes.

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Ep. 142 In this heartfelt episode we meet Shaniah Gunter, cerebral palsy peer advocate and co-author of “The Beautiful Face of the Invisible Illness: Masking the Pain We Endure." Shaniah shares her personal journey of overcoming challenges and bullying, and how she found strength and purpose through faith. 

As we delve into Shaniah's world, listeners are drawn into an intimate conversation about overcoming adversity, embracing individuality, and finding strength in faith.

Shaniah candidly shares her daily life, which encompasses motivational activities, community engagement, and self-care routines. From her struggles with cerebral palsy to her triumphs in advocacy and authorship, Shaniah steps into her purpose as a motivational speaker, inspiring others facing similar challenges. 

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Chapters

0:00:00 Introduction to guest, Shaniah Gunter

0:01:57 Shaniah shares her experience living with cerebral palsy.

0:03:32 Daily routine and mindset

0:03:49 Favorite scripture, Philippians 4:13

0:03:57 Being bullied in school

0:05:12 Supporting people with disabilities

0:06:04 Shaniah shares why she said yes to sharing her story in the book

0:07:05 Shaniah talks about her speaking engagements 

0:07:42 Receiving the Phenomenal Woman award

0:08:15 Shaniah encourages others to not give up and find their purpose

0:09:30 Living a fearless life despite challenges

0:10:40 Goals for 2024

0:11:13 Shaniah’s contact information for book purchases

0:11:58 Conclusion and gratitude 

0:11:59 Maryann invites listeners to leave a review 

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Ep. 141 In this episode of Fearless Fridays with Maryann, we meet Nadia Monsano, the visionary behind the anthology "The Beautiful Face of the Invisible Illness: Masking the Pain We Endure." 

Nadia's story is marked by a life-threatening heart condition that required medical intervention to reset her heart's rhythm. This episode delves deep into the emotional and psychological impact of her diagnosis while also revealing how she built an empire of support for others through her company and her work in publishing. 

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Nadia Monsano is a driven and visionary entrepreneur, acknowledged as the creative force behind the anthology "The Beautiful Face of the Invisible Illness: Masking the Pain We Endure." Founder of My Sister Keeper, a branding, marketing, and graphic design agency, Nadia also leverages her talent to foster community and empowerment. Her expertise extends to working with Victoria's View Press, a Catholic-based publishing company, while also serving as a graphic designer for Out of the Box Press. With her roots in Trinidad and Tobago and her bold advocacy for self-acceptance, Nadia's story is not only motivational but a testament to overcoming adversity and fostering confidence.

Chapters:

0:00:00 Introduction to Season Six

0:01:12 Nadia shares the inspiration behind the anthology project

0:02:50 Nadia reveals her invisible illness

0:04:12 They Stopped by Heart to Restart My Life

0:05:11 Working as a Publisher

0:06:08 Finding confidence

0:08:15 The desired takeaways for readers of the anthology

0:09:43 Advice for aspiring writers on starting the writing process

0:10:50 The meaning behind the name "My Sister Keeper" for Nadia's business

0:11:56 Importance of hiring a graphic designer for your business

0:13:17 My Sister Keeper is more than a branding and marketing agency

0:13:29 Living a fearless life by serving others

0:15:10 Upcoming projects and events in 2024

0:17:29 Connect with Nadia

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Episode 140: In today's episode we meet Blanche Farrish, is retired from the federal government, author, and is a Crisis Text Hotline Counselor.

I look forward to connecting with you, and I can be found...

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Episode 139: In today's episode, we meet – Charlotte Izzard, an armed forces veteran, she is the CEO and visionary of Grow On Another Level, and you will find her contact information at the end!

Hello & Welcome to season five of the Fearless Fridays with Maryann podcast! I’m excited that you are here and have decided to spend some time with us.

I look forward to connecting with you, and I can be found...

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Website: www.growonanotherlevel.com

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Episode 138: Meet Davetta as she talks about navigating an HR career of over 30 years with an invisible illness, what that illness is, and how she found the strength to push forward, become an author, and start her own business.

Hello & Welcome to season five of the Fearless Fridays with Maryann podcast! I’m excited that you are here and have decided to spend some time with us.

I look forward to connecting with you, and I can be found...

Website: https://www.maryannriveradannert.com

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maryannriveradannert/

Bio and Contact for our guest:

Davetta Henderson is a native of Washington, DC, still residing in the DMV area. She has a B.S. Degree in Organizational Management and has a successful professional career in Human Resources in the areas of Compensation, Benefits and HR Systems. Beyond God, Family, and Corporate America, Davetta is a multipreneur. She is committed to being her authentic self with a focus on her diverse passions and God-given gifts. 

​Davetta inherited a love for writing from her mother—a published poet. Davetta is a published author. Her first book—The Seed-The Soil-The Sower—is the introduction of a soon-to-be released, five-book series which explores our ability to reap God’s spiritual harvest. She is also co-author in two Bestselling anthologies, Step Into Leadership Greatness and We All Grieve Differently.

​Davetta transformed her love for writing into a vehicle to help others share their story. She is the CEO of Full Faith Publishing, LLC—providing full-service book publishing and editing services. Full Faith is committed to helping their clients make human connections by transforming their life stories into written communication.

Website:  https://www.davettahenderson.com/

Other Website:  https://www.davettajewels.com/

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Episode 137: Meet Karlyn as she talks about stepping into her truth after divorcing her husband, and how the death of her niece, due to an active shooter, led her to find her purpose and passion in life.

Hello & Welcome to season five of the Fearless Fridays with Maryann podcast! I’m excited that you are here and have decided to spend some time with us.

I look forward to connecting with you, and I can be found...

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Bio and Contact for our guest:

Karlyn LeBlanc is the travel therapist. She's a Master's licensed social worker and mindset coach. LeBlanc is the founder of Black Girls Travel Therapy and Dinner with Divas. In addition, she’s a bestselling author and a motivational & professional development speaker.

Website:  https://www.blackgirlstraveltherapy.com/

Email:  [email protected]

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Episode 136: Today we hear from Paula, as she courageously shares her fight to survive several attempts of murder, at the hands of her very own mother!

Hello & Welcome to season five of the Fearless Fridays with Maryann podcast! I’m excited that you are here and have decided to spend some time with us.

In today's episode, we meet – Paula Kramer, and you will find her contact information at the end!

I look forward to connecting with you, and I can be found...

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Bio and Contact for our guest:

Paula is an international bestselling author, professional speaker, TV producer, and soft skills mastermind. She changes the world by attracting unimagined success and sharing with others the strategies that allowed her to do so since she was 11 years old.

W:   https://www.speakingfromtriumph.com/

Courses website: https://softskillstrategycourses.com/

The course signup link. Scroll to the bottom of the page and register for free.

https://softskillstrategycourses.com/courses/career-advancement-up-career-backlash-down-loyalty-up-stereotypes-down/

This is the link for the website with free resources about behavior styles and guiding values

https://www.smilessparksuccess.com/

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Episode 135: Hello & Welcome to season five of the Fearless Fridays with Maryann podcast! I’m excited that you are here and have decided to spend some time with us.

In today's episode, we meet – Zan Johns, and you will find her contact information at the end!

I look forward to connecting with you, and I can be found...

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Bio and Contact for our guest:

Zaneta Varnado Johns, aka Zan Johns, is a 4-time bestselling author and Pushcart Prize Nominee in Poetry. Her 2020 debut book, Poetic Forecast topped Amazon's Bestseller List at #1 in six categories, unleashing her passion of creative expression. She released her second poetry collection, After the Rainbow, in 2022. Johns is a contributing author in the Women Speakers Association’s #1 international bestsellers Voices of the 21st Century: Resilient Women Who Rise and Make a Difference (2021) and Voices of the 21st Century: Conscious Caring Women Who Make a Difference (2022) & Voices of the 21st Century: Women Who Transform the World (2023). Her poems are featured as the Dedication page in these collaborative books.

W:   https://www.zanexpressions.com/

F:     https://www.facebook.com/zan.johns.1

I:      https://www.instagram.com/authorzanjohns/

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Episode 134: Hello, & Welcome to season five of the Fearless Fridays with Maryann podcast! I’m excited that you are here and have decided to spend some time with us.

In today's episode, we meet – Milicent Driver, and you will find her contact information at the end!

I look forward to connecting with you, and I can be found...

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Bio and Contact for our guest:

Milicent is an empowerment strategist, author and speaker that is enthusiastic about supporting women in discovering their passions while inspiring them to establish their goals.

E:     [email protected]

W:  http://www.Milicentthestrategist.com

F:     https://www.facebook.com/milicent.chisomdriver

I:   https://www.instagram.com/milicentdriver

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