✨ Your Story Is Your Portal — with Julie Ann ✨

In this deeply inspiring episode, Julie Ann — TEDx speaker, bestselling author, and founder of Influence Publishing: The House of Story Medicine — joins Todd and Jackie to explore the sacred power of storytelling and how writing your story can become a pathway to purpose and transformation.

With over 300 soul-led visionaries guided through her mentorship and retreats, Julie Ann shares how every experience holds a message, and every message becomes a map — leading us home to our truth. Together, they talk about how she helps individuals write their own story with purpose, clarity, and authenticity, and how her “Book in a Week” retreat in Sayulita, Mexico empowers writers to bring their first drafts to life surrounded by nature, peace, and creative energy.

✨ In this episode, you’ll discover:

🪶 How your story becomes a portal to purpose and healing

📖 The process of birthing a book through soul-aligned mentorship

🌊 What makes the “Book in a Week” retreat a transformational experience

💫 The difference between traditional publishing and “Story Medicine”

🌺 Daily practices to awaken your creative voice and write from the soul

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💛 May this episode remind you that your story isn’t random — it’s a sacred map to why you’re here.

🔗 Connect with Julie Ann:

Website: www.yourstoryisyourportal.com

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In this deeply moving and transformational episode, Christian de la Huerta — acclaimed author, speaker, and transformational teacher — joins Todd and Jackie to share his journey from self-doubt to self-love, and how that path gave birth to Soulful Power.

Together, they explore what it truly means to reclaim your authentic power, awaken your spirit, and live with purpose and peace. Christian’s insights from his book Awakening the Soul of Power will inspire you to move beyond ego and reconnect with your divine essence.

✨ In this episode, you’ll discover:

🌬️ How breathwork can help heal trauma at a cellular level

🌟 Why self-understanding leads to deep empowerment and freedom

💫 The difference between ego-driven control and spiritual strength

📘 Wisdom from Awakening the Soul of Power on living authentically

🕊️ Daily practices to stay grounded, courageous, and purpose-led

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💛 May this episode remind you that the power you seek has always been within you — ready to be remembered and expressed through love.

🔗 Connect with Christian:

Website: www.soulfulpower.com

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Apply here → https://www.toddandjackie.com/application/

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In this powerful episode of In the Groove with Todd and Jackie, transformational coach and author Tara Nolan joins us to share her story and introduce the DREAM Method — a transformational approach to aligning your purpose, mindset, and actions to manifest the life you truly desire. 🌙✨

Tara opens up about how the DREAM Method can help you live with intention, clarity, and aligned action, turning your dreams into reality. 💫

In this inspiring conversation, we explore:

💡 The inspiration behind the DREAM Method

🌱 How mindset and manifestation create real, lasting change

📘 Key insights from Tara’s work that guide you to live intentionally

🌟 How taking aligned action can help you manifest the life you truly desire

💛 Whether you’re seeking clarity, purpose, or practical tools to achieve your dreams, this episode will inspire you to take meaningful steps toward creating the life you’ve always imagined.

🎧 Watch here or listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, Pandora, Spreaker, iHeartRadio, and all major podcast platforms.

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🌐 Learn more about Tara’s work: https://www.transformationtara.com/

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Join Cheryl Wright live on In the Groove with Todd and Jackie as she shares empowering insights from her book “Swimming with Alligators” — and explores one of its most powerful themes: healing after a narcissistic relationship. 🌿

In this inspiring episode, Cheryl opens up about:

🐊 What inspired Swimming with Alligators and the deeper meaning behind the title

💔 How to recognize the patterns and emotional dynamics of narcissistic relationships

💫 Tools and mindsets to begin your journey of healing, growth, and self-rediscovery

📍 Where: Live on YouTube — and available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, Pandora, Spreaker, iHeartRadio, and all major podcast platforms!

✨ Tune in, join the live chat, and be part of this empowering conversation about reclaiming your strength and sense of self.

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Learn more about Cheryl’s work at swimmingwithalligators.com.

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✨ Discover the Magic of Fireflies! | In the Groove with Todd and Jackie ✨

In this inspiring episode, join us as we welcome Julie Wignall, the creative mind behind Extraordinary Fireflies. Together, we’ll explore how moments of curiosity, wonder, and imagination can spark joy — not just in children, but in all of us.

🌿 In this episode, you’ll discover:

💫 The heartfelt story behind Extraordinary Fireflies and what inspired the book

🌈 Simple ways to nurture curiosity and creativity in your home

🧘‍♀️ How mindfulness and play can support emotional growth in children

💖 Why modeling resilience, joy, and self-care helps light the way for the next generation

Tune in to reconnect with your inner spark and celebrate the extraordinary light within us all.

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Available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, Pandora, Spreaker, iHeartRadio, and more!

Simply search In the Groove with Todd and Jackie on your favorite platform.

💬 Join the conversation!

Share your thoughts in the comments and tell us how you bring creativity and magic into your life.

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Feeling stretched thin as a homeschooling parent or teacher? You’re not alone — and today’s episode of In the Groove with Todd and Jackie will help you move from overwhelmed to empowered. 💫

Join us for a heart-centered conversation with Vivianne Winters Israel, a children’s author, speaker, and homeschooling advocate who helps parents and educators rediscover calm, creativity, and joy in teaching.

In this episode, Vivianne shares her True Self-Care Tool — a simple yet powerful practice that helps you reset, recharge, and model emotional resilience for your children.

You’ll learn:

✨ How to care for yourself even on your busiest teaching days

🌿 Ways to bring calm, focus, and balance into your home classroom

📚 How to model mindfulness and emotional strength for your kids

💫 Simple strategies to nurture your patience, creativity, and joy

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Apply here → https://www.toddandjackie.com/application/

💖 Connect with Vivianne Winters Israel

Website: https://viviannewintersisrael.com

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✨ Because when we care for ourselves, we give our best to those we guide.

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Meet Timothy Stuetz — author, teacher, and creator of Fairy Tales of the Heart and the beloved Bliss Beary Bear. For over 40 years, Timothy has been weaving the magic of imagination, wisdom, and love into stories that help children (and parents) awaken their inner brilliance.

In this episode of In the Groove with Todd & Jackie, Timothy shares how fairy tales can raise more creative, joyful, and empowered children — from inception to independence — and how stories hold the power to shape generations.

✨ In this conversation, you’ll discover:

🐻 The inspiration behind Bliss Beary Bear and the healing lessons within each adventure

📚 How Fairy Tales of the Heart nurture imagination, values, and self-esteem in children

🌈 Why storytelling is one of the most powerful tools for raising happy, resilient kids

💫 Simple ways parents can bring more magic, mindfulness, and meaning into family life

This isn’t just about fairy tales — it’s about the heart of parenting, creativity, and the joy of seeing children grow into their highest potential.

🌐 Connect with Timothy Stuetz:

Website: https://www.timothystuetz.com

💬 Join the conversation in the comments — what story or fairy tale has inspired your inner child?

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What if family wasn’t just about living together—but about creating a legacy of love, learning, and connection? 🌈✨

In this episode of In the Groove with Todd and Jackie, we sit down with Kristina and Herb Heagh-Avritt, founders of Vibrant Family Education, to explore how intentional family relationships and home-centered education can transform lives for generations.

In this inspiring conversation, we explore:

🌟 Why vibrant family relationships are foundational to personal and generational growth

💡 How education in the home can spark deeper connection, resilience, and purpose

🙌 The story behind Vibrant Family Education and what makes their approach unique

🎤 About the Guests: Kristina & Herb Heagh-Avritt

Kristina and Herb are the founders of Vibrant Family Education, an organization dedicated to strengthening family bonds through intentional learning, meaningful connection, and values that last. Their mission is to help families create harmony, joy, and resilience—equipping the next generation with wisdom and love.

🌐 Learn more about their work: https://www.vibrantfamilyeducation.com

This episode will also be available soon on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more.

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What if history wasn’t just about the past—but a living story that shapes who we are today? 🌍✨

In this episode of In the Groove with Todd and Jackie, we sit down with Jackie Lapin, founder of The Historic Traveler, to explore how history and travel intertwine to bring deeper meaning, connection, and perspective to our lives.

In this inspiring conversation, we explore:

🌟 Why history is more than dates—it’s the stories that continue to guide us today

💡 How travel opens doors to culture, legacy, and discovery

🙌 The vision behind The Historic Traveler and what makes it a unique journey

🎤 About the Guest: Jackie Lapin

Jackie Lapin is the creator of The Historic Traveler, a project dedicated to uncovering and sharing the richness of history through the lens of travel. Her work invites us to step into the past in order to better understand the present—and to be inspired by the journeys of those who came before us.

This episode will be available very soon on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more)

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What does it take for young people to step onto the TEDx stage with courage, clarity, and impact? 🌱✨

In this special episode of In the Groove with Todd and Jackie, we’re joined by TEDxPineLakeYouth coach Margarita Pinhas and youth speakers Uma, Nahomi, and Aalya. Together, they talk about the preparations leading up to TEDx and the positive impact their speeches bring to everyone who hears them.

Here’s what you’ll discover in this episode:

✨ How youth prepare to share their stories on a TEDx stage

🌱 The lessons and growth discovered during the preparation process

🌈 The inspiring impact their talks have on audiences everywhere

🎙️ Whether you’re a youth, parent, educator, or simply someone who believes in the power of stories, this conversation will inspire you to nurture your own voice and support others in finding theirs.

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