Today’s featured guest is Daniel Francis.  Daniel Francis is a Communication and Public Speaking Coach for people who stutter. Daniel helps people who stutter, overcome their stuttering blocks and anxiety by learning the fundamentals of public speaking. Daniel struggled with his communication his entire life, and he is dedicated to help others unlock their communication potential. Daniel has publicly spoken on stage in front of 1000s, ran 100s of public speaking events, has sold 3000 sales door to door (Knocked on 100,000 residential doors), and was a sales director of a 4 Million dollar business by the day of 25 years old. He also lives in Grimsby, Ontario with his amazing girlfriend soon to be wife one day and is on a mission to truly impact the communication and speech industry in a positive way.  I believe that there is healing in sharing and I would like to Thank Daniel for sharing his story with us. Lastly, claim your free ticket and attend the 30 Day Speaker Summit on February 1 – 3, 2021 (2 days left – click on my affiliate link):  https://bit.ly/3i8cTWn

For More Information on Daniel Francis:

Website:  www.Masteryourstutter.com & officialdanielfrancis.com

Daniel's Free Guide "5 Steps to Overcome Stuttering and Speak with Confidence: www.Overcomestuttering.org

Facebook Community:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/OvercomeStuttering

Email address: [email protected]

YouTube Channel link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGNvup6QHE6KyQzwpZS9TeQ (Videos coming soon)

Instagram link: https://www.instagram.com/officialdanielfrancis/

LinkedIn link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielfrancis18/

Thank you to Ben & John from the Greatest Thing You’ve Never Heard podcast for that amazing voice over intro.  I highly encourage everyone to check out their AWESOME podcast!  For more information on the Greatest Thing You’ve Never Heard podcast (links below):  

Google Podcasts:  https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8xMjFkOTc3MC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw==

Spotify:  https://open.spotify.com/show/6sc3kzvOHrV0Z7rWKxUpvU

Apple Podcasts:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-greatest-thing-youve-never-heard/id1505551109

YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCx8KQWjadSsSjISKRs8TGaw

Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/greatestthingpodcast 

Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/The-Greatest-Thing-Youve-Never-Heard-107841097532407

Thank you to Noah Swiderski (owner and producer of Briton Beats) for your outro music. For more information on Briton Beats, click this link:  https://www.britonbeats.com/

Thank you to Epidemic Sound for the intro music.  https://www.epidemicsound.com/

Thank you to Mike Russell for that voice over outro.  https://musicradiocreative.com

I use SquadCast for all my remote interviews.  If you are interested in Squad Cast, check out my affiliate link:  https://squadcast.fm/?ref=pedropena

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Today’s featured guest is Rob Greenlee.  Rob Greenlee is the VP of Content and Partnerships, Libsyn (LSYN), Current Board of Governors Member and former Chairperson of The Podcast Academy and was inducted into the Academy of Podcasters Hall of Fame in 2017.  Formerly served as VP, Podcaster Relations at Voxnext’s Spreaker. He started on radio in 1999 and then podcasting in 2004 with the first nationally syndicated radio show "WebTalk World Radio Show" to begin podcasting. He also worked as Voxnest’s Head of Partnerships and Spreaker's Head of Content. Greenlee’s other prior positions have included as EVP/CTO at PodcastOne.com, Business / Content Manager of Podcasts at Microsoft Zune and Xbox Live Marketplace. He currently co-hosts the "New Media Show", a weekly audio and video podcast that streams LIVE on NewMediaShow.com/live, YouTube, Facebook, Twitter and Twitch every Saturday morning at 9am PST/Noon EST, and Wednesday afternoon at Noon PST/3 pm EST. Rob shares with us his early life struggles with stuttering.   I believe that there is healing in sharing and I would like to Thank Rob for sharing his story with us.

For more information on Rob Greenlee: 

Twitter:  https://twitter.com/robgreenlee LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/robgreenlee/ Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/robgreenlee Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/robwgreenlee/ Website:  http://robgreenlee.com Rob’s Show:  https://newmediashow.com

Thank you to Noah Swiderski (owner and producer of Briton Beats) for your outro music. For more information on Briton Beats, click this link:  https://www.britonbeats.com/

Thank you to Epidemic Sound for the intro music.  https://www.epidemicsound.com/

Thank you to Mike Russell for that voice over outro.  https://musicradiocreative.com

I use SquadCast for all my remote interviews.  If you are interested in Squad Cast, check out my link:  https://squadcast.fm/?ref=pedropena

Leave a rating & review on Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/my-stuttering-life/id1434435654?mt=2&app=podcast

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Today we are talking about the new social media app – Clubhouse.  I’ve only been on it for a week, but I have already gained so much knowledge from some amazing speakers that I can apply it to assist me in my journey as a PWS.  I knew nothing of this app until a few weeks ago and it is still in beta, but I believe that this app is going to be so beneficial for those who want to learn and grow.  I have added the link to the article below describing the app and I encourage everyone to check it out.  There are some unique aspects to this app in that it is only for Apple right now; there will be an Android version later and it is by invitation only.  (I would like to thank John V. for inviting me to this app) I would love to see more PWS on this app because we have a voice and what we say has value.   

Find me on Clubhouse app:  @mslpodcast

For more information on Clubhouse App: 

Article: What is Clubhouse? The Exclusive Social Media App Backed by Your Favourite Celebrity.  https://manofmany.com/tech/what-is-the-clubhouse-app

Affirmation App:  Think Up – Positive Affirmations, Daily Motivation (available on Apple iTunes & Google Play)

(Full disclosure: I am not sponsored by these apps)

Email me - [email protected] your clubhouse room suggestions so we can create it ASAP and start connecting! 

Thank you to Noah Swiderski (owner and producer of Briton Beats) for your outro music. For more information on Briton Beats, click this link:  https://www.britonbeats.com/

Thank you to Epidemic Sound for the intro music.  https://www.epidemicsound.com/

Thank you to Mike Russell for that voice over outro.  https://musicradiocreative.com

Leave a rating & review on Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/my-stuttering-life/id1434435654?mt=2&app=podcast

For correspondence: Pedro Peña III, PO Box 1585, La Porte, Texas USA 77572

Today we are talking about employment in 2021.  It’s a whole new year and in this new normal, everything employment related is online.  As a PWS, we are adapting and facing this new challenge head on.  I talk about my job history and give some tips to help you along your way. 

Thank you to Noah Swiderski (owner and producer of Briton Beats) for your outro music. For more information on Briton Beats, click this link:  https://www.britonbeats.com/

Thank you to Epidemic Sound for the intro music.  https://www.epidemicsound.com/

Thank you to Mike Russell for that voice over outro.  https://musicradiocreative.com

Leave a rating & review on Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/my-stuttering-life/id1434435654?mt=2&app=podcast

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Today’s featured guest is Rob Bloom. Rob Bloom is a Creative Director at Universal Orlando Resort. He is also a person who has stuttered since the age of 3. Before creating for Universal, Rob helped craft advertising campaigns for brands like The Home Depot, Dunkin', Virgin Islands, the U.S. Marines, and many others. In addition, Rob is an award-winning comedy writer and screenwriter, having written for NPR, The Onion, and the Cartoon Network. I believe that there is healing in sharing and I would like to Thank Rob for sharing his story with us.

For more information on Rob Bloom: 

Twitter:  https://twitter.com/robbloomcw

Instagram: https://instagram.com/robbloomcw

Article:  https://www.kveller.com/as-someone-with-a-stutter-joe-bidens-victory-means-so-much-to-me/

Thank you to Noah Swiderski (owner and producer of Briton Beats) for your outro music. For more information on Briton Beats, click this link:  https://www.britonbeats.com/

Thank you to Epidemic Sound for the intro music.  https://www.epidemicsound.com/

Thank you to Mike Russell for that voice over outro.  https://musicradiocreative.com

I use SquadCast for all my remote interviews.  If you are interested in SquadCast, check out my link:  https://squadcast.fm/?ref=pedropena

Leave a rating & review on Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/my-stuttering-life/id1434435654?mt=2&app=podcast

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Today’s featured guest is Nakia Grayson. Nakia Grayson is a legal, privacy, and technology enthusiast with a passion for helping to educate and expose girls and women to STEM career fields. She works in the Federal Government as an IT Security Specialist. She is also a person who stutters who constantly reminds herself that no obstacle in life is too big to prevent you from reaching your goals, and each one makes you stronger. In her leisure time, she enjoys volunteering with various youth organizations, traveling, deejaying, and spending time with family and friends. I believe that there is healing in sharing and I would like to Thank Nakia for sharing her story with us.

For more information on Nakia Grayson: 

Email:  [email protected]

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/nakia-grayson-b356b28

Thank you to Noah Swiderski (owner and producer of Briton Beats) for your outro music. For more information on Briton Beats, click this link:  https://www.britonbeats.com/

Thank you to Epidemic Sound for the intro music.  https://www.epidemicsound.com/

Thank you to Mike Russell for that voice over outro.  https://musicradiocreative.com

I use SquadCast for all my remote interviews.  If you are interested in SquadCast, check out my link:  https://squadcast.fm/?ref=pedropena

Leave a rating & review on Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/my-stuttering-life/id1434435654?mt=2&app=podcast

For correspondence: Pedro Peña III, PO Box 1585, La Porte, Texas USA 77572

Today’s featured guest is Tim Mackesey. Tim Mackesey had a severe stuttering problem into his mid 20's.  He has been an SLP since 1992.  He is a Board-Certified Specialist in Fluency Disorders with a private practice in Atlanta, Georgia.  Tim has taught the graduate level fluency disorders program at Georgia State University. He provides a unique and leading holistic therapy model that incorporates CBT and best practices in traditional speech therapy. I believe that there is healing in sharing and I would like to Thank Tim for sharing his story with us.

For more information on Tim Mackesey: 

Website:  www.stuttering-specialist.com

YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgi95LpHfnbQoGZYoBqe4tg

Podcast:  Stuttering Solutions Atlanta - https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8xZGIzYWI3NC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw==

Non-Profit:  www.raiseyourvoiceinc.org

Thank you to Noah Swiderski (owner and producer of Briton Beats) for your outro music. For more information on Briton Beats, click this link:  https://www.britonbeats.com/

Thank you to Epidemic Sound for the intro music.  https://www.epidemicsound.com/

Thank you to Mike Russell for that voice over outro.  https://musicradiocreative.com

I use SquadCast for all my remote interviews.  If you are interested in SquadCast, check out my link:  https://squadcast.fm/?ref=pedropena

Leave a rating & review on Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/my-stuttering-life/id1434435654?mt=2&app=podcast

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Today’s featured guest is Ari Lev Waldman. Ari was born in Peekskill, NY and is a 43-year-old Jewish male who stutters.  He has been married since June 2012 and has no children.  He lives in Brooklyn, NY and as a profession, he is an associate real estate broker specializing in office leasing in Manhattan for Lee and Associates.  I believe that there is healing in sharing and I would like to Thank Ari for sharing his story with us.

For more information on Ari Lev Waldman: 

Email:  [email protected]

Thank you to Noah Swiderski (owner and producer of Briton Beats) for your outro music. For more information on Briton Beats, click this link:  https://www.britonbeats.com/

Thank you to Epidemic Sound for the intro music.  https://www.epidemicsound.com/

Thank you to Mike Russell for that voice over outro.  https://musicradiocreative.com

I use SquadCast for all my remote interviews.  If you are interested in SquadCast, check out my link:  https://squadcast.fm/?ref=pedropena

Leave a rating & review on Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/my-stuttering-life/id1434435654?mt=2&app=podcast

For correspondence: Pedro Peña, PO Box 1585, La Porte, Texas USA 77572

Today’s featured guest is Christopher Massella. Christopher lives in Blue Bell, PA, outside of Philadelphia, PA. After years of frustration and shame, he sought speech therapy at 31 years of age.  At the end of that therapy, he committed to becoming a speech therapist. Since 2008, he has been an SLP. He is certified by ASHA, licensed in PA, and currently works with middle school and high school students in a local school district. After years of hiding the reason he made the career switch, he began posting videos and talking about his journey on social media.  I believe that there is healing in sharing and I would like to Thank Christopher for sharing his story with us.

For more information on Christopher Massella: 

YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQCQQ-m0nXwG_h9bYFyYJg

Thank you to Noah Swiderski (owner and producer of Briton Beats) for your outro music. For more information on Briton Beats, click this link:  https://www.britonbeats.com/

Thank you to Epidemic Sound for the intro music.  https://www.epidemicsound.com/

Thank you to Mike Russell for that voice over outro.  https://musicradiocreative.com

I use SquadCast for all my remote interviews.  If you are interested in SquadCast, check out my link:  https://squadcast.fm/?ref=pedropena

Leave a rating & review on Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/my-stuttering-life/id1434435654?mt=2&app=podcast

For correspondence: Pedro Peña, PO Box 1585, La Porte, Texas USA 77572

Today’s featured guest is Rick Scuotto.  In 2018, Rick combined the passion of design and a lifelong stutter together and created #StutteringDesigner. Since then he started to create videos for his YouTube channel and other social media platforms, participated in events like “Learn One Thing hosted by Free From Stutter” or gave Stuttering Awareness Presentations at different events. Rick’s goal is to provide people with a little insight into what many stutterers might struggle with every day in their life.  I believe that there is healing in sharing and I would like to Thank Rick for sharing his story with us. This was a great conversation and I love that we can laugh about it now because humor has helped me to cope with my stutter. 

For more information on Rick Scuotto: 

Website:  https://www.scugp.com

Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/sgpmediaservice/

Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/sgpmediaservice/

YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0_nGLGzXxhdbhypTMnO0tw?view_as=subscriber

Thank you to Noah Swiderski (owner and producer of Briton Beats) for your outro music. For more information on Briton Beats, click this link:  https://www.britonbeats.com/

Thank you to Epidemic Sound for the intro music.  https://www.epidemicsound.com/

Thank you to Mike Russell for that voice over outro.  https://musicradiocreative.com

I use SquadCast for all my remote interviews.  If you are interested in Squad Cast, check out my link:  https://squadcast.fm/?ref=pedropena

Leave a rating & review on Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/my-stuttering-life/id1434435654?mt=2&app=podcast

For correspondence: Pedro Peña, PO Box 1585, La Porte, Texas USA 77572