Living Strong Radio

At 65 years old, I'm still learning, still growing, and still becoming.

Welcome back to Living Strong Radio! I'm Peter Simon Liciaga, and in this first episode of a new chapter, I'm reflecting on the experiences, people, and defining moments that continue to shape my life.

From growing up in the South Bronx to performing around the world, raising a family, and spending almost thirty years teaching martial arts, I've discovered that we're never finished becoming.

In this episode, I share reflections from a recent visit to the Bronx, reconnecting with my childhood friend Danny, and the lessons I've learned through more than five decades of martial arts.

I also introduce my A-Game philosophy—Awareness, Assessment, and Appropriate Action—and three questions that continue to guide me:

What can I do to make this better?
What can I do to not make this worse?
What am I missing?

Living Strong Radio is about real stories, life lessons, resilience, relationships, gratitude, and becoming more skillful at being human.

These weekly conversations are inspired by my book, Living Strong Through Martial Arts: A Lifetime Journey of Martial Virtue.

Learn more about my book and Living Strong Projects at https://PeterLiciaga.com

Thank you for joining me on this journey.

Live strong. Help others do the same.

Peter Simon Liciaga
Host, Living Strong Radio

A powerful conversation with Nina Pressing.

In this episode of Voices of Starlight, I sit down with Nina Pressing—a respected and accomplished musical theater artist in Sweden—whose career spans leading roles in productions like Evita, Cats, Chicago, West Side Story, and more.

Nina and I shared the stage together in Starlight Express during its 10-year anniversary run in Bochum (1997–1998)… she as Pearl… me as Rocky 3.

In this conversation, we revisit that chapter… and go deeper.

We talk about:

• What it’s like to perform eight shows a week—and why she loved it
• The energy of the audience and the power of connection
• Her journey from early beginnings to leading roles
• The transition from performer to artist… and continuing to grow
• Her current work, including her show “Liza to Nina”

This is more than a conversation about theater…

It’s about discipline, passion, growth, and what it means to stay in the work over time.

If you listen closely, you’ll find something here that speaks to where you are right now.

🎙️ Living Strong is about showing up, doing the work, and discovering who you are through the process.

If something in this conversation resonates with you… I’d love to hear what that is.

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https://LivingStrongTribe.com

In this special episode of the Living Strong Radio Show, Peter Liciaga sits down with someone who has been part of his life for nearly four decades — his wife, performer Renee Chambers-Liciaga.

Peter and Renee first met in 1986 at Hersheypark, where Renee was singing in the Rock & Roll Show and Peter was performing as a dancer in the park’s dance production. One year later they were married, beginning a partnership that has spanned music, theater, world travel, and family.

Renee grew up surrounded by the music industry. Her father, Roland Chambers, worked with the legendary Philadelphia International Records team alongside Kenny Gamble and Leon Huff, and her mother was part of the iconic 1960s group The Orlons.

In this conversation Renee shares:

• what it was like growing up around the recording studio• her path into musical theater• performing in Starlight Express• lessons learned from a lifetime in the performing arts• advice for young women pursuing careers in entertainment

Today, Renee is currently in rehearsals for “Jelly’s Last Jam” at Bristol Riverside Theatre in Bristol, Pennsylvania.

This episode is also personal. Peter reflects on a song he wrote titled “One to Be Reckoned With,” inspired by the strength that comes from standing up for what you believe in — a principle that has been central to their relationship for more than 35 years.

A conversation about music, resilience, partnership, and what it truly means to Live Strong.

Sometimes a simple moment can restore something powerful inside us.

In this episode of the Living Strong Radio Show, Peter Liciaga shares a reflection inspired by an experience he had this week at a local community event that reminded him why—despite everything happening in the world—he still believes in people.

Through story, reflection, and music, Peter explores the idea of defining moments—those unexpected experiences that remind us who we are at our best and why community still matters.

In this episode you'll hear:

• A real story from this week that sparked the reflection
• A Living Strong perspective on belief, community, and human connection
• Thoughts on the defining moments that shape the direction of our lives
• A featured song from the Living Strong Anthem album

Music • Stories • Purpose

Because sometimes the reminder we need most…

is that the good in people is still very real.

Key Takeaways from Episode 12

• Small moments can restore our faith in humanity
• Community still matters more than we realize
• The defining moments in life are often unexpected

Sometimes the hardest moments become our greatest teachers.

In this second episode of the Living Strong Daily Show, Peter Liciaga opens up about loss, healing, and the power of transforming pain into purpose.

🎧 Today’s Playlist

1. Scars Ain’t Shame – honoring the truth behind every scar

2. Carry the Sorrow, Carry the Love – finding compassion in loss

3. Define Your Moments – turning pain into purpose

📣 Sponsors & Supporters

- Creative Change Counseling – helping individuals and families find healing and hope.

- The Learning Experience of Mount Laurel – empowering children and families through education and care.

- Dinoto’s Action Karate Mt. Laurel – building strength, focus, and confidence through martial-arts training.

💬 Living Strong Message:

Your scars don’t define your limits — they reveal your strength.

Subscribe and join Peter every morning at 7 AM EST for new music, reflection, and inspiration.

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Welcome to the very first Living Strong Daily Show with Peter Liciaga.

Each morning at 7 AM EST, Peter shares a few minutes of reflection, music, and encouragement — reminding listeners that they are not alone, and that every sunrise is a new opportunity to live strong.

Today’s Theme: Starting Again with Grace
Through real-life insight and music from his Living Strong Anthem collection, Peter invites us to honor where we’ve been and move forward with purpose.

Today’s Songs:

• Honor the Journey – a reminder to rest, breathe, and heal.

• Behind the Spotlight – honoring the quiet work that shapes our success.

• Momentum – because progress is built one small step at a time.

Sponsors & Partners:

• Creative Change Counseling – helping individuals and families find healing and hope.

• The Learning Experience of Mount Laurel – empowering children and families through education and care.

💬 Living Strong Message:
Honor where you are. Respect what it took to get here. Move forward with grace.

Subscribe and tune in every morning for a new dose of reflection, music, and motivation to start your day Living Strong.

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In this episode of the Living Strong Radio Show, we honor the wisdom of our elders — inspired by Chapter 5 of Peter Liciaga’s book, Living Strong: The Power of Defining Moments.

Featuring 5 brand-new original songs (Silence in Strength, Old Man in the Corner, Steady in Strength, Brand New Day, and Fight in the Heart), your Top 10 community favorites, and a Defining Moments spotlight on Amanda Tagliavia.

This episode also includes our very first Living Strong Power Box Gift-Away 🎁 — a celebration of resilience, community, and inspiration.

🙏 Special thanks to our sponsors:
- Creative Change Counseling
- The Learning Experience Mt. Laurel
- Action Karate Mt. Laurel

Listen in and be inspired to keep Living Strong.

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At any given moment, each of us is somewhere on the Hero’s Journey. Maybe we’re in the calm before change. Maybe we’re in the fire. Maybe we’re discovering the treasure that was within us all along.

Episode 4 of the Living Strong Radio Show is inspired by Chapter 3 of my book, Living Strong: The Power of Defining Moments. Through seven original songs, we walk the path of pain, purpose, and transformation:

1. Before the Storm – the calm before change

2. The Voice Within – hearing the call

3. Crossing the Line – stepping into the unknown

4. Qualified – trials, scars, and strength

5. Through the Fire – the darkest test

6. The Treasure Within – wisdom discovered

7. Stronger Than Before – transformed and alive

🎶 This show is about one truth: your pain has a name, your story has value, and your scars don’t disqualify you — they qualify you.

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🙏 Special thanks to our sponsors:

• Creative Change Counseling (609-667-7353) — if you need someone to talk to, call them today.

• The Learning Experience Mount Laurel — empowering families and children in our community.

In this episode of the Living Strong Radio Show, Peter Liciaga explores The Power of Self — inspired by Chapter Two of his book, Living Strong: The Power of Defining Moments.

Through 5 original songs and stories, Peter shares lessons of self-awareness, self-respect, self-discipline, and self-leadership. Each track is followed by a Living Strong Lesson designed to inspire, encourage, and empower you on your journey.

🎵 Songs featured in this episode:

1. No One’s Coming

2. The Mirror Truth

3. Honor the Journey

4. Devotion, Not Punishment

5. Rise Again!

🙏 Sponsored by Creative Change Counseling. If you or someone you love needs someone to talk to, call 609-667-7353.

🤝 Local businesses interested in sponsoring the Living Strong Radio Show, connect with Peter to learn more.

Until next time — keep Living Strong.

In Episode 3 of the Living Strong Radio Show, Peter Liciaga takes you inside The Power of Self, inspired by Chapter Two of his book, Living Strong: The Power of Defining Moments.

Through 5 original songs — No One’s Coming, The Mirror Truth, Honor the Journey, Devotion Not Punishment, and Rise Again — Peter shares personal stories and lessons of self-awareness, self-respect, self-discipline, and self-leadership. Each track is paired with a Living Strong Lesson designed to inspire, encourage, and empower you to own your truth and rise stronger.

🙏 Sponsored by Creative Change Counseling. If you or someone you love needs someone to talk to, call 609-667-7353.

📖 By the way — if you haven’t picked up Peter’s book yet, visit his website shop and use the code RADIO at checkout to save 40%.

🤝 Local businesses interested in sponsoring the Living Strong Radio Show, reach out for details.

Until next time — keep Living Strong.