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When it comes to life, love, career, everyday decisions, etc... Do you believe in "following your heart"? What does that mean to you exactly? It is said that "where the treasure is, there the heart is also." Listen in as Melanie reviews the international best-selling book (and soon-to-be film) by author Paulo Coelho, exploring the concept, and the effect it could have on your journey through life.

For more info on Melanie D, the Author, her book, and for more inspirational content, please visit her website at www.MelanieDTheAuthor.com.

Originally recorded on 9/13/21, Audio podcast airing on 9/24/21.

What is more important than love in achieving success in your relationships? Listen in as Melanie shares insight from relationship experts on the thought-provoking topic, and how it all ties into another popular teaching by bestselling authors Gary Chapman (the 5 love languages) and Steve Covey. 

For more info on Melanie D, the Author, her book, and for more inspirational content, please visit her website at www.MelanieDTheAuthor.com.

Originally recorded on 9/11/21, Audio podcast airing on 9/13/21.

Jane Austen's character, Darcy, echoing the brilliant mind of Shakespeare, refers to poetry as "the food of love" in the classic book/film, "Pride and Prejudice." Some words are so delightful, so delectable, that they enrapture the senses and captivate the heart - and what better medium than poetry to do so. Listen in as Melanie gives her commentary on 9 beautiful verses from an epic work by the poet Atticus. Which is your favorite?

For more info on Melanie D, the Author, her book, and for more inspirational content, please visit her website at www.MelanieDTheAuthor.com.

Originally recorded on 7/31/21, Audio podcast airing on 8/2/21.

Episode Description:

Meet Shanaye and Peter McPherson, a young newlywed couple. Listen in as they share their love story and the impact God's love and their relationship with God have had on them and contributed to the success of their relationship, leading up to marriage. Inspiration and encouragement to anyone currently dating, looking for Mr. or Mrs. Right, or unsure about getting married at a young age in today's society.

You can view the video version of this podcast on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pd4xFvkj2Lo

Originally recorded on 7/10/21, Audio podcast airing on 7/14/21.

Listen in as Melanie shares 13 powerful scriptures about God's love. These, among others, are His love letters to you and me. Which of these scriptures is your favorite? Which scripture do you most relate to? Please share this episode to help our mission and give a dose of inspiration and encouragement to someone who might need it.   

You can view the video version of this podcast on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P-wNCPUnX-E

To purchase Melanie's book, "Love Check" and other "Love Check" merchandise, please visit: http://www.MelanieDTheAuthor.com. If you'd like to share your story on the positive impact God's love has had on your life and/or be featured on Melanie's podcast, go to http://www.MelanieDTheAuthor.com and leave Melanie a message.  

Originally recorded on 9/25/18, Audio podcast airing on 7/13/21.

Get your dose of inspiration... Listen in as Melanie shares a little wisdom and the testimony of a woman who endured major hardships and setbacks at a very young age, but still managed to build an empire on the other side. This is a reminder to never let circumstances, negativity, or naysayers limit you. There is light at the end of your tunnel.

For more info on Melanie D, the Author, her book, and for more inspirational content, please visit her website at www.MelanieDTheAuthor.com.

Originally recorded on 5/16/21, Audio podcast airing on 5/23/21.

When it sinks in that your Creator deems you as royalty, as priceless, as an indispensable part of humanity; it will revolutionize your mindset, behavior and life as a whole. We kings, queens, princes, princesses, etc. are worthy of royal treatment and won't mind giving the same to everyone we meet, knowing they too are one of God's own. Listen in as Melanie breaks down "the value of one," from the divine perspective.

For more info on Melanie D, the Author, her book, and for more inspirational content, please visit her website at www.MelanieDTheAuthor.com.

Originally recorded on 5/5/21, Audio podcast airing on 5/11/21.

There are defining moments in life - a meeting, encounter, event, or a series of things - that can make an indelible mark on us, greatly impact us and challenge us to do and become more. Debut director Regina King bursts on the scene with this powerful message, delivered through the lives of 4 notable African Americans, in her now-streaming Amazon Original film, "One Night in Miami." Listen in as Melanie gives her take on the film, as well as shares a few more inspirational highlights from the life of Malcolm X as discovered in "The Autobiography of Malcolm X."

For more info on Melanie D, the Author, her book, and for more inspirational content, please visit her website at www.MelanieDTheAuthor.com.

Originally recorded on 4/16/21, Audio podcast airing on 4/23/21.

One of the more weighty characteristics of love is that it's sacrificial... Listen in as Melanie recounts her first take on a couple of films that have become mainstays in her family and are of particular importance during the Easter holiday - and hear another small excerpt from her book.

For more info on Melanie D, the Author, her book, and for more inspirational content, please visit her website at www.MelanieDTheAuthor.com.

Originally recorded on 3/31/21, Audio podcast airing on 4/3/21.

Melanie gives a brief window into the life of Malcolm X - as told in the bestseller, "The Autobiography of Malcolm X," and in comparison to the critically acclaimed film starring Denzel Washington, "Malcolm X." Malcolm is a prime example of evolution, how our beginnings don't always determine our endings, and how people, places and things that leave indelible marks on our lives change us... Listen in.

For more info on Melanie D, the Author, her book, and for more inspirational content, please visit her website at www.MelanieDTheAuthor.com.

Originally recorded on 3/19/21, Audio podcast airing on 3/26/21.