SPARKS IN ACTION with Donna Sherman

Erin is an award winning journalist, ultra runner, ultra running coach, USA swim coach and mother of three. In this episode

she shares her personal and professional experiences- triumphs and challenges- along with her deceptively simple "Start Where You Are" philosophy for life and athletics. We had a lot of fun talking. Join us!

At the very end of this recording, before I had time to thank my wonderful guests, my internet connection failed; so, this group of vulnerable and strong women did not the the thank you s their sharing warranted.

The title of this episode pretty much sums up what this episode is about. Four of us share little glimpses into our post October 7th lives. We all know that we could speak volumes but for now, we ask that you listen with open minds and open hearts.

Ken does difficult things and in this conversation he shares his WHY and his HOW. But you don't have to climb mountains barefoot or run ultra -marathons in tough terrain to realize your place in our world. This fun, lively and in depth conversation is ultimately about being human, doing our part to keep our inner fire robust so we can bring more positive actions into our world.

Get ready to hit the trails! Join us as licensed wilderness guide Vicki Ferreira shares her expertise and warmth, dishing out smart tips for safe and epic hikes. From local strolls to remote wilderness adventures, Vicki's trail wisdom will elevate your next outing. Tune in and happy trails!"

Words matter. A lot. Kelsey, a highly credentialed licensed psychotherapist and Executive Director of The And Way Center in Austin Texas, is one a mission to promote peace in a divided world by sharing tools that reveal how we speak to ourselves and one another. In this episode Kelsey offers powerful tools that increase our psychological flexibility and promote constructive, heartfelt conversations. We all need more of this.

Kelsey's book: The And Way will be released in the fall of 2025.

A five minute reflection.

Randy Freeman, NY State Coordinator for Braver Angels, and Mike Asbury, the Co -Chair of the NY Capital Region Alliance of Braver Angels, have powerful tools and insights that will help you pivot from making assumptions about those who vote differently from you and prompt you to truly listen. We often think we hold the moral high ground over people who support different policies but what happens when we truly listen to opposing points of view? This is their second appearance on Sparks In Action so after listening to this episode scroll to January, 28 2024 to hear more about Braver Angels and their inspiring mission.

Vicki transformed herself, and her life, from being a woman in poor health to a NY State Weightlifting Champion and the founder of Hiker Goddess Adventures. Listen to Vick's inspiring story and the groups she has created to bring people of all hiking abilities together while also giving back to the community.

Hiker Goddess Adventures

NY Tristate Lady Hiker Goddesses

A short episode with a specific, and very effective, suggestion for those nights when sleep eludes you.

Try this one asap!

Listen to this fascinating conversation with renown science journalist Ellen Ruppel Shell; author of Slippery Beast: A True Crime Natural History with Eels. Learn about these mysterious creatures who have confounded ( and astounded) philosophers, biologists and scientists. You will also hear how they are implicated in international crime!