In this episode of Echo Chamber, Westino sits down with author, licensed counselor, and professional musician Ruth Stitt to explore the extraordinary story hidden within a five year correspondence between her Jewish relatives in Berlin and her grandmother in Connecticut. What began as a family search for help escaping Hitler’s persecution became a story of emigration, romance, loss, and tragedy.

Ruth shares why she spent years preserving these letters and ultimately turned them into historical fiction, honoring her relatives while helping keep the history of the Holocaust alive and highlighting the dangers of antisemitism.

Explore Ruth’s work: Scripture Comes to Life

In this episode of Echo Chamber, Westino sits down with author, licensed counselor, and professional musician Ruth Stitt to explore the extraordinary story hidden within a five year correspondence between her Jewish relatives in Berlin and her grandmother in Connecticut. What began as a family search for help escaping Hitler’s persecution became a story of emigration, romance, loss, and tragedy.

Ruth shares why she spent years preserving these letters and ultimately turned them into historical fiction, honoring her relatives while helping keep the history of the Holocaust alive and highlighting the dangers of antisemitism.

Explore Ruth’s work: Scripture Comes to Life

In this episode of Echo Chamber, Westino sits down with Arnold Beekes to explore the idea of becoming a “Brain Athlete” and what it means to train the way we think, feel, and relate. Arnold shares a powerful framework built around un-conditioning limiting beliefs, developing emotional strength, and embracing differences while creating healthier relationships and communities.

The conversation challenges traditional ideas of leadership and success, focusing instead on growth that benefits not only ourselves but the people and systems around us.

Learn more about Arnold Beekes and Brain Athletes: Brain Athletes

In this episode of Echo Chamber, Westino sits down with Cat How, founder and Executive Creative Director of How&How, to explore the intersection of branding, creativity, entrepreneurship, and cultural change. From journalism and design criticism to building a global B-Corp agency, Cat shares how bold creative thinking can help brands stand out, act with purpose, and create meaningful impact.

The conversation also explores equality, female leadership, climate action, and the importance of using creativity to shape a better future.

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In this episode of Echo Chamber, Westino sits down with pastor, author, and church revitalization specialist Dr. Bill Senyard to explore identity, relationships, shame, addiction, loneliness, forgiveness, and the journey toward meaningful transformation. With more than 30 years of pastoral experience and 12 books to his name, Bill brings practical wisdom and deep experience to some of life’s most difficult struggles.

Learn more about Dr. Bill Senyard and his books: Gospel App

In this episode of Echo Chamber, Westino sits down with award-winning entrepreneur and founder Joanna Zhang to explore how smart operations, outsourcing, and human-centered leadership can help entrepreneurs scale sustainably. Joanna shares the story behind The Operations Genius and her innovative Fractional VA model, offering practical insights into building efficient businesses without losing the human connection.

The conversation also explores conscious leadership, feminine leadership, personal transformation, and the power of combining business strategy with purpose and heart.

Learn more about Joanna Zhang: Joanna Zhang

In this episode of Echo Chamber, Westino sits down with artist, author, entrepreneur, and storyteller Dave Letterfly to explore a remarkable life shaped by creativity, horses, recovery, and reinvention. From performing with dancing horses and mastering the art of Haute École to overcoming alcoholism and becoming a prolific RV mural artist, Dave shares the experiences that transformed his perspective on life.

With humor, wisdom, and plenty of unexpected stories, Dave explores how challenges can become opportunities for growth and how a completely different way of living can emerge from the darkest seasons.

Learn more about Dave Letterfly: "Dave Letterfly" (https://DaveLetterfly.com?utm_source=chatgpt.com)

In this episode of Echo Chamber, Westino sits down with veteran international broadcast journalist and author Barry Maughan to explore his extraordinary four-decade career and deep connection to Africa. Barry shares stories from his years reporting in Ethiopia during the fall of Emperor Haile Selassie, witnessing a devastating famine, traveling across 15 African countries, and broadcasting to millions through the Voice of America.

From journalism and adventure to the experiences that shaped his life and memoir, Beneath the African Sun, Barry offers a fascinating look at the people, places, and events that defined his remarkable journey across the continent.

Learn more about Barry Maughan: "Barry Maughan" (https://www.barrymaughan.com?utm_source=chatgpt.com)

In this episode of Echo Chamber, Westino sits down with Certified Grief Educator, Grief Coach, and author Lisa Rites to explore the realities of grief and the support people need during some of life’s hardest moments. After more than 40 years as a Respiratory Therapist, Lisa now helps people navigate grief with compassion, understanding, and practical guidance.

Learn more about Lisa Rites and her work: Lisa Rites Grief

In this episode of Echo Chamber, Westino sits down with real estate investor and wealth-building strategist Lane Kawaoka to explore passive real estate investing, tax strategies, and building long-term financial wealth. With more than 10,000 rental units under his ownership and management, Lane shares practical insights on rental portfolios, market selection, 401(k) strategies, and creating a stronger financial foundation beyond traditional Wall Street investments.

Learn more about Lane Kawaoka: The Wealth Elevator