n this powerful episode of Motivational Talks with Ash, we explore one of the most essential tools for healing, connection, and self-expression — your voice.

I’m joined by Barbara McAfee, a voice coach, author, speaker, and performer with over 30 years of experience helping people unlock the full potential of their voice. Barbara shares how voice is more than sound — it’s breath, presence, truth, and embodiment. Through her work, she helps people move beyond fear, self-doubt, and feeling unseen, and into authentic, flexible, and unforgettable self-expression.

This conversation is for anyone who has ever felt unheard, struggled to speak their truth, or sensed there was more power within their voice waiting to be reclaimed. Together, we dive into the connection between voice, breath, and identity — and how learning to truly use your voice can transform how you show up in your life, relationships, and purpose.

✨ If you’re ready to reconnect with your voice and step into it with confidence, this episode is for you.

Music By Barbara McAfee:

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Tammy Gibson is a keynote speaker, author, and founder of Tough Like Tammy, a movement empowering women to turn their challenges into confidence, purpose, and leadership. After surviving a life-altering illness that resulted in the loss of her right leg and months in the hospital, Tammy rebuilt her life with resilience and faith at the center. Today, she shares her powerful story on stages and media platforms across the country, reminding others that even in the face of adversity, there is always hope, strength, and the power to rise again.

To learn more about Tammy please visit her website:

https://www.toughliketammy.com/

instagram: @toughliketammy

linkedin: @toughliketammy

In this episode of Motivational Talks with Ash, we sit down with Jamar, Breathwork advocate and Co-founder of Gratitude Scents, the creators of the AWAKEN Breath Pod — an aromatherapy tool designed to enhance mindful breathing and gratitude practices.

Jamar shares his personal journey of discovering breathwork as a natural way to manage anxiety and how that experience inspired him to create a tool to help others find the same sense of calm and connection.

This conversation is a beautiful reminder that healing often begins with something as simple as taking a conscious breath.

To purchase a breath pod visit:

https://www.gratitudescents.com

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In this inspiring episode of Motivational Talks with Ash, Ashley sits down with a powerhouse woman whose story embodies faith, perseverance, and purpose. She’s a devoted mom, successful entrepreneur, restaurateur, motivational speaker, and host of the podcast Where Passion Meets Purpose. As an entrepreneurship coach and soon-to-be author of Guided By Grace: Follow the Breadcrumbs to Your Life’s True Purpose, she shares her powerful journey of trusting divine timing, overcoming challenges, and building a life led by grace.

Tune in to discover how following the breadcrumbs in your own life can lead you closer to your purpose — and how grace has a way of guiding us exactly where we’re meant to be.

🎧 Listen now and be inspired to walk boldly in your purpose.

Connect with Jen via Instagram @jen_mentesana or

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In this episode, I sit down with my 99-year-old grandpa to hear his incredible journey from Mexico to the U.S. Navy, raising eight children, and becoming a proud U.S. citizen. After quitting drinking and smoking cold turkey, he’s been sober for over 30 years — and today, he shares his wisdom for living a long, meaningful life.

After surviving unthinkable loss and a near-death crisis, keynote speaker and bestselling author Laura Chavez Weintraub shares how she turned pain into purpose. In this episode, we talk about healing, happiness, and how to make your soul-aligned comeback.

To join The Women Speakers Collective for "Your Voice Matters: Setting The Stage To Impact Humanity" Please visit:

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This episode is dedicated to my Father, Rolando Rendon. (Nov 30, 1961-June 4, 2025)

In this vulnerable solo episode, I open up about losing my father and how I’ve been navigating the waves of grief and anxiety that followed.

From the initial shock to the quiet, lingering pain, I share what this journey has taught me about love, loss, and allowing myself to feel.

Whether you're grieving, supporting someone who is, or just holding space for honest conversations around mental health and healing — this one’s from the heart.

🎧 Topics in this episode:
• The day my world shifted
• How grief and anxiety intertwine
• Learning to rest and receive support

Whether you’re in the thick of it or reflecting on your own healing journey, I invite you to listen in — and be reminded that grief doesn’t mean you’re broken… it means you loved deeply.

Dianette Wells is an elite mountaineer, adventure racer, and author who embodies the power of passion-driven resilience. One of fewer than 500 people to conquer the Seven Summits—including Everest, Kilimanjaro, and Denali—she’s also raced 150+ miles across deserts, biked across America, and competed in multiple Eco-Challenges an ultra-marathons worldwide, many televised (Amazon Prime’s World’s Toughest Race, 48 Hours’ Eco-Challenge Borneo, Discovery Channel’s World Championship, and the documentary, American Daredevil).

A mother of three, Dianette’s journey took a profound turn in 2015 when her son Johnny, a record-setting adventurer, died in a wingsuit accident. Channeling grief into grit, Dianette continued pushing her boundaries, from summiting peaks to writing her memoir, Another Step Up the Mountain. Dianette is now on a mission, through her speaking and writing, to inspire others to chase their own “Everest”, whatever the odds.

For more information, visit:

https://dianettewells.com/

Born in Togo and now thriving in the U.S., Claudine McDaniel is the founder of Beyond Conquerors, Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to empowering women through education, training, and employment opportunities. Since its launch in 2020, the organization has transformed lives, including training 45 women through a Montgomery County grant in 2024.That same year, Claudine introduced The Life Wow Program, helping women rebuild confidence, uncover talents, and pursue brighter futures. As the author of More Than Conquerors: From Struggles to Forgiveness, From Forgiveness to Blessings, she shares her inspiring journey of resilience and faith.Claudine’s commitment extends to feeding the hungry weekly and hosting events like a 2022 women’s conference. Her prior experience at Empiracal CPA shaped her leadership, driving her mission to empower others and create lasting change.

https://beyondconquerors.org/

In this episode, we sit down with world-traveling wedding videographer Brain, whose passion for filmmaking has taken him across the globe. But behind the stunning visuals and adventurous lifestyle was a battle many don’t see—using food as a coping mechanism for depression.

Brian opens up about his struggles with overeating, the moment he decided to face his mental health head-on, and how tackling the root of his depression led to a life-changing weight loss journey. He shares the highs and lows of self-discovery, the impact of creativity on healing, and how laughter, adventure, and storytelling have played a crucial role in his transformation.

This is a conversation about resilience, self-awareness, and finding joy on the other side of struggle. If you’ve ever turned to food, distractions, or unhealthy habits to cope, this episode is for you. Tune in for an inspiring and honest discussion about mental health, weight loss, and the power of taking control of your story.

For more about Brian, please visit:

https://atlasrosestudios.com,

@atlasrosestudios on all social platforms