Little Wild Experiences

What if the life you're looking for isn't something someone else can give you?

Little Wild Experiences is about discovering what truly drives you through honest conversations, extraordinary people, personal stories, and the experiences that shape who we become.

We explore success, purpose, relationships, money, reinvention, adversity, happiness, and those unexpected moments that change the direction of our lives.

Because thriving isn't just about making more money or reaching the next milestone. It's about discovering what gives you energy, understanding who you are, and learning how to build a life around it.

You don't need someone else to give you the answer. Sometimes you just need help discovering the answer that was already yours.

🎙️ Follow Little Wild Experiences and join me for the conversations that might help you discover yours.

What happens when the life you built your identity around suddenly ends?

After 22 years in the military, Richard Spegal faced an unexpected medical discharge that forced him to confront a difficult question:

Who am I now?

In this episode of Little Wild Experiences, Richard and I talk about identity, unexpected life changes, military service, creativity, writing, and what happens when life forces you onto a path you never planned.

Richard shares how writing became part of his next chapter, how his experiences influenced the worlds and characters he creates, and why the person we were in one chapter of life doesn’t have to define who we become in the next.

In this conversation:

• Losing an identity you’ve carried for decades
• Life after military service
• Reinventing yourself when plans suddenly change
• Turning experiences into fiction
• Creativity and its emotional impact
• Becoming an author
• Finding purpose in an unexpected chapter
• Whether we ever completely leave our old identities behind

🎙️ Little Wild Experiences explores one central question:

What experiences shape who we become?

Sometimes the chapters we never planned become the ones that shape us the most.

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What happens when the identity you’ve known for years is suddenly gone? Who are you now?

Are you building the life you actually want—or simply following the life you were taught to live?

In this episode of Little Wild Experiences, Zhara York sits down with entrepreneur, commercial real estate broker, speaker, and author Ted Kopecko for a conversation about money, success, purpose, identity, and what it really means to create a life that feels like your own.

Ted spent years building businesses and pursuing success, only to eventually question whether constantly working, earning, and staying busy was actually leading him toward the life he wanted.

That realization led to a much bigger question:

Are you job-led, life-led, or joy-led?

Zhara and Ted explore the difference between chasing money and creating value, why entrepreneurship can become another version of a job, and why financial success alone doesn't necessarily create fulfillment.

Ted also shares the four pillars behind his philosophy of joy-led living:

Mindset. Identity. Time. Direction.

This conversation isn't about giving up ambition or pretending money doesn't matter. It's about asking something more difficult:

What is all of your work ultimately building?

If your calendar is full but your life doesn't feel like your own, this episode may make you reconsider what you're actually chasing.

🎙️ Little Wild Experiences asks one central question: What experiences shape who we become?

Finding Joy – Journey of You
https://www.findingjoy.us/

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Welcome to Little Wild Experiences!

This first episode is a short introduction to who I am, why I created this podcast, and what you can expect from the conversations ahead.

Little Wild Experiences is about the journeys that shape us—the places we travel, the people we meet, the challenges we overcome, and the unexpected moments that change the way we see the world.

Whether we're talking about travel, business, personal growth, relationships, or the lessons hidden in everyday life, every episode is an invitation to explore something new.

Thank you for being here from the very beginning. I can't wait to share this journey with you.

If you enjoy the show, be sure to follow, leave a review, and share it with someone who loves meaningful conversations.

Welcome to Little Wild Experiences.

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NASA and ESA researcher Dr. Gordon Gartrelle joins us to explore the Moon’s scientific, historical, and cultural importance—and why humanity is preparing to return sooner than you think.

In this episode, Dr. Gartrelle breaks down:
• Why the Moon matters and how it shapes life on Earth
• Its role in ancient calendars, myths, and civilizations
• The evolution of lunar exploration—from early telescopes to the Apollo missions
• The technological breakthroughs born from the U.S.–Soviet space race
• What NASA’s Artemis program and global partners are planning next
• How returning to the Moon may spark new discoveries and a future space economy

This conversation makes space science simple, inspiring, and accessible for students, educators, and anyone curious about our next giant leap.

In this empowering 60-minute episode, host Zhara York—a financial and real estate professional—leads a real-talk conversation about how modern moms can build financial confidence without confusion or overwhelm.

Joined by guests:
👩‍💼 Gisela Mengivar, Senior Financial Partner with over 20 years of experience
👨‍💼 Deon Mitchell, Licensed Financial Associate
🤝 Sherry Mitchell, Client Success Liaison

Together, they cover:
✅ How IULs (Indexed Universal Life Insurance) provide living benefits and flexible growth
✅ Creating predictable income with annuities—especially for single, self-employed, or part-time moms
✅ Budgeting hacks for busy lives
✅ Investing and the power of compounding
✅ Simple estate planning strategies for real families

🎯 Whether you’re a new mom, a working professional, or managing it all solo—this conversation will help you take smart, strategic steps toward lasting wealth and peace of mind.

💬 Want personalized guidance? Message us to book your free 1:1 consultation.
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The banks are getting rich off your money while giving you pennies in return. It’s time to take back control and learn how to build wealth the smart way—just like the 1%. We’re breaking it all down: Where to actually put your money (hint: not your savings account) How Indexed Universal Life (IULs) & annuities protect and grow your cash What the banks are doing with your money behind the scenes Real estate + financial hacks that build generational wealth Hosted by a Financial Consultant + Real Estate & Lending Expert Free to attend. Real talk. Real results.LIVE and recorded!!! Follow us:Guests:Gisela Menjivar - Financial ExpertZhara Michelle - Financial and Real Estate ConsultantDiana Elaine Flynn - Loan Originator#FinancialFreedom #MoneyTalks #IULs #Annuities #SmartMoneyMoves #RealEstateWealth #GenerationalWealth #FlipTheScript #WealthHacks