Stories, Soul Work & Substack

Justin Stark of Dad From A Distance shares a raw, honest conversation about parenting from miles away. We explore heartbreak, resilience, and how fathers stay present despite the distance. Now available.

Thank you Jenny Lynn, Wayne Baird, and many others for tuning into my live video with KaZ In The World! Join me for my next live video in the app.

This Monday at 4 PM marks our final live show of the year — a special year-end conversation with KaZ and me reflecting on the voices, stories, and soulwork that shaped our season, and sharing what’s ahead for the new year.

This episode is about gratitude, reflection, and anticipation — looking back at the guests who trusted us with their stories and forward to what we’re building next.

✨ Past Guests This Year Included:

* Traci Edwards – Let’s Get UnStuck: Guiding people through clarity, courage, and forward movement

* Hundred Tomatoes : Bringing curiosity, cultural insight, and thoughtful commentary to the world of film.

* Sue Reid: Honest reflections rooted in life experience and quiet wisdom

* Sarah Oehler: Writing through uncertainty, healing, and the in-between moments

* Lynn J. Broderick : Writing memoir-driven stories and unfiltered reflections — served with equal parts humor and heart.

* Destiny Curtis: Stepping into a new venture of narrating books that explore growth, identity, and the journey of becoming through lived experience.

* Camille Miller: Thoughtful soulwork around presence, purpose, and personal alignment

* Jennifer N. Haddock: Poetry that speaks to scars, survival, and shared humanity

* Mark Willis: Turning trauma into testimony through writing and radical honesty

* Broken Toys : Raw, reflective storytelling about divorce, identity, and healing

* Margaret Williams: Insightful conversations around boundaries, resilience, and emotional health

Out This Week:John’s shot out is Michèle Breton — a former professional proofreader, now retired, who writes poetry and prose in whatever style speaks to her spirit. If asked her favorite art form, she’ll tell you without hesitation: spoken-word poetry.

KaZ’s shout-outs this week go to Dennis Hedenskog, Bob DePasquale, and Meredith Ford of In Otter News for their thoughtful presence, authenticity, and creative community storytellin

Join us for our final show of the year — a conversation filled with appreciation, laughter, reflection, and a look ahead at what’s coming next for Stories, Soulwork & Substack.

🕊️ Same time. Same table. One last gathering before the new year.

Enjoyed this? Fuel me ☕……………

What began as daily reflections on Substack has grown into full books. You can now find them on Amazon, Earned Not Given, The Quiet Miracle Remi’s Journey, Rediscovering Vancouver, and Dancing Letters.

🎙️ Podcast Disclaimer

The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests alone and do not necessarily reflect the positions of any organizations, employers, or affiliates.

The content shared is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as professional advice. Listeners are encouraged to form their own opinions and seek qualified guidance when necessary.

Some episodes may include discussions of sensitive or mature topics. Listener discretion is advised.

© 2025 The Positive. All rights reserved. Reproduction or distribution of this material without permission is strictly prohibited.

Justin Stark of Dad From A Distance shares a raw, honest conversation about parenting from miles away. We explore heartbreak, resilience, and how fathers stay present despite the distance. Now available.

Justin Stark of Dad From A Distance shares a raw, honest conversation about parenting from miles away. We explore heartbreak, resilience, and how fathers stay present despite the distance. Now available.

Justin Stark of Dad From A Distance shares a raw, honest conversation about parenting from miles away. We explore heartbreak, resilience, and how fathers stay present despite the distance. Now available.

Today on the podcast, we sit down with Justin Stark, known as Dad From A Distance, for an honest and unfiltered conversation about what it truly means to parent from miles away — not by choice, but by circumstance.

Justin shares real-life experiences that shed light on the emotional, practical, and psychological challenges fathers face when distance becomes part of the parenting equation. We talk about the heartbreak of missed moments, the frustration of limited influence, and the constant effort it takes to stay connected in a world that often overlooks a father’s perspective.

But this episode isn’t only about struggle — it’s about resilience. It’s about showing up anyway, building trust through consistency, finding creative ways to stay present, and redefining fatherhood when the traditional picture no longer applies.

Listeners will walk away with tangible strategies, renewed hope, and the reminder that even from far away, a father’s love still has the power to shape a child’s life.

Enjoyed this? Fuel me ☕……………

Thank you Jenny Lynn, Psychic Medium, Donna Frasca, Giuliana, Sam Holloway, The Heart of Education, and many others for tuning into my live video! Join me for my next live video in the app.

What began as daily reflections on Substack has grown into full books. You can now find them on Amazon, Earned Not Given, The Quiet Miracle Remi’s Journey, Rediscovering Vancouver, and Dancing Letters.

🎙️ Podcast Disclaimer

The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests alone and do not necessarily reflect the positions of any organizations, employers, or affiliates.

The content shared is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as professional advice. Listeners are encouraged to form their own opinions and seek qualified guidance when necessary.

Some episodes may include discussions of sensitive or mature topics. Listener discretion is advised.

© 2025 The Positive. All rights reserved. Reproduction or distribution of this material without permission is strictly prohibited.

Thank you Deanne Ames, Gray, Cindy Stewart, and many others for tuning into my live video with Let’s Get UnStuck and KaZ In The World!

Stick around after the main episode for a fun and candid conversation between KaZ and John as they break down today’s show, share behind-the-scenes moments, and dive into what’s coming next.

Next week, we’re bringing you our Yearly Wrap, a look back at the stories, guests, laughs, and lessons that shaped Stories, Soulwork & Substack this year.

Then the team will be taking a couple of weeks to enjoy time with family, rest, and catch up on some much-needed writing projects — so this aftershow is your perfect bridge into the holiday break.

Join us for a cozy, honest, end-of-year chat. You won’t want to miss it

Enjoyed this? Fuel me ☕……………

What began as daily reflections on Substack has grown into full books. You can now find them on Amazon, Earned Not Given, The Quiet Miracle Remi’s Journey, Rediscovering Vancouver, and Dancing Letters.

🎙️ Podcast Disclaimer

The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests alone and do not necessarily reflect the positions of any organizations, employers, or affiliates.

The content shared is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as professional advice. Listeners are encouraged to form their own opinions and seek qualified guidance when necessary.

Some episodes may include discussions of sensitive or mature topics. Listener discretion is advised.

© 2025 The Positive. All rights reserved. Reproduction or distribution of this material without permission is strictly prohibited.

Thank you Deanne Ames, Gray, Cindy Stewart, and many others for tuning into my live video with Let’s Get UnStuck and KaZ In The World!

Join me for my next live video in the app.In this raw and empowering episode of Stories, Soulwork & Substack, co-hosts @KaZInTheWorld and John Rinaldo sit down with Traci Edwards, the truth-teller and creator behind Let’s Get UnStuck — a powerful Substack where she transforms pain into positivity, purpose, and power.

Traci writes what many are afraid to say out loud. Through vulnerability and grit, she shares her story of navigating betrayal, shame, and imposter syndrome — and how she reclaimed her life by owning her truth. From “My Mentor Is America’s Largest Female Con Artist” to “Owning My Value,” Traci reminds us that healing begins when we stop hiding and start telling our stories.

This conversation is for anyone who’s ever felt broken, betrayed, or stuck — and is ready to rise again.

🎧 Listen in for a journey through pain, truth, and the unstoppable power of self-reclamation.

🔦 Substack Spotlight - Each week, we highlight standout writers, fresh voices, and powerful storytellers from across Substack. This week’s podcast, we gave shoutouts to the following creators:

* Traci Edwards gave a shoutout to Bear Sage , a poet, writer, and occasional deep thinker, and to Sage Taylor Kingsley , a beautiful late bloomer whose debut is coming soon. Her work treats words as sacred energy — a mystic poet weaving spicy, sassy, heartfelt lines about mindful living, creativity, healing, spirituality, motherhood, self-love, and aging with feist and grace.

* John’s pick this week is Danni Levy: A writer who embraces the beauty of the mess. Her style is loving, honest, and designed to help you slow down, tune in, and live with more self-love, truth, and emotional resilience. She’s not a sugar-coater — she’s a mom, wife, author, and a lover of yoga, meditation, sunshine, smiles, and life’s stargazers.

* This week, KaZ spotlighted a dynamic group of creators whose voices continue to inspire and move the conversation forward: Ryan Hennessey , Caitlin McColl 🇨🇦 , Black Hole and DM mourner , Fred Szkoda , Gregory P Day , and @JohnCoulton. Each offers a distinct perspective filled with depth, honesty, and creative energy, enriching the Substack community.

Enjoyed this? Fuel me ☕……………

What began as daily reflections on Substack has grown into full books. You can now find them on Amazon, Earned Not Given, The Quiet Miracle Remi’s Journey, Rediscovering Vancouver, and Dancing Letters.

🎙️ Podcast Disclaimer

The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests alone and do not necessarily reflect the positions of any organizations, employers, or affiliates.

The content shared is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as professional advice. Listeners are encouraged to form their own opinions and seek qualified guidance when necessary.

Some episodes may include discussions of sensitive or mature topics. Listener discretion is advised.

© 2025 The Positive. All rights reserved. Reproduction or distribution of this material without permission is strictly prohibited.

As Christmas approaches, Stories, Soulwork & Substack co-hosts @KaZInTheWorld and John Rinaldo sit down with @HundredTomatoes for a cozy conversation about classic holiday movies that warm the heart — and a few that spark debate.

From It’s a Wonderful Life and Home Alone to the ultimate question — is Die Hard really a Christmas movie? — we unwrap our favorite films, hidden gems, and the deeper stories that make holiday movies timeless.

Grab a mug of cocoa, settle in, and join us for laughter, nostalgia, and a little cinematic soulwork.

🎧 Because the best holiday stories don’t just play on screen — they stay with us.

Thank you Bill Cusano (Nonprofit Author), The Secret Ingredient, jaycee, Echoes of the Heart, and many others for tuning into my live video! Join me for my next live video in the app.

🔦 Substack Spotlight - Each week, we highlight standout writers, fresh voices, and powerful storytellers from across Substack. This week’s podcast, we gave shoutouts to the following creators:

* Hundred Tomatoes shout out Liz, a single mom, therapist, storyteller, and lover of cats, sarcasm, and real-life humor. With years of counseling experience and plenty of her own life stories, she shares honest, funny, and heartfelt reflections that help us laugh, relate, and feel a little less alone.

* John’s pick this week is Gino Cosme who is a writer, coach, and licensed psychotherapist who has spent 15+ years exploring the inner lives of gay men. He writes for those who feel like outsiders — not fully at home in straight spaces or queer ones — offering clarity and language to the quiet, unspoken truths of their emotional world.

* This week, KaZ highlighted a powerful lineup of creators whose voices continue to inspire and push the conversation forward: Colin Ellis Cuming, V S Uma , Monk Mode Society , The Weight of Almost , and The New Unhinged . Each brings a unique perspective, offering depth, honesty, and creativity to the Substack community.

Enjoyed this? Fuel me ☕……………

What began as daily reflections on Substack has grown into full books. You can now find them on Amazon, Earned Not Given, The Quiet Miracle Remi’s Journey, Rediscovering Vancouver, and Dancing Letters.

🎙️ Podcast Disclaimer

The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests alone and do not necessarily reflect the positions of any organizations, employers, or affiliates.

The content shared is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as professional advice. Listeners are encouraged to form their own opinions and seek qualified guidance when necessary.

Some episodes may include discussions of sensitive or mature topics. Listener discretion is advised.

© 2025 The Positive. All rights reserved. Reproduction or distribution of this material without permission is strictly prohibited.

In this empowering episode of Stories, Soulwork & Substack, co-hosts @KaZInTheWorld and John Rinaldo sit down with Sue Reid, creator of Confidence Matters on Substack — a growing community where readers learn to rebuild trust in themselves and live with courage and compassion. 🌿✨

Sue shares how her journey from self-doubt to self-belief became the foundation for Confidence Matters, a space devoted to reshaping subconscious programming with love. From overcoming the fear of judgment to learning to celebrate small wins, Sue’s reflections remind us that confidence isn’t something we earn — it’s something we uncover. 💫

🎧 A conversation about healing, self-trust, and the quiet strength that grows when you finally believe you’re enough.

Thank you Giuliana, Richard Hogan, MD, PhD(2), DBA, Samantha Hall, and many others for tuning into my live video with KaZ In The World! Join me for my next live video in the app.

Enjoyed this? Fuel me ☕……………

What began as daily reflections on Substack has grown into full books. You can now find them on Amazon, Earned Not Given, The Quiet Miracle Remi’s Journey, Rediscovering Vancouver, and Dancing Letters.

🎙️ Podcast Disclaimer

The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests alone and do not necessarily reflect the positions of any organizations, employers, or affiliates.

The content shared is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as professional advice. Listeners are encouraged to form their own opinions and seek qualified guidance when necessary.

Some episodes may include discussions of sensitive or mature topics. Listener discretion is advised.

© 2025 The Positive. All rights reserved. Reproduction or distribution of this material without permission is strictly prohibited.