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Shannon Nering: From Television to Transformation

What happens when the life you’ve built no longer feels aligned?

In this episode of The MISOGI Method, Jody B. Miller sits down with former television producer and host turned holistic health practitioner and author, Shannon Nering.

After a successful career in media, Shannon made a bold decision to step away, move her family to Kauai, and begin a journey of healing, self-discovery, and reinvention—captured in her memoir, The Mother Vine.

Together, they explore the courage it takes to walk away from success, the power of midlife transformation, and how stepping outside your comfort zone can lead to a more authentic life.

In This Episode: • The moment Shannon knew something had to change. . .

• Leaving a successful career behind
• Motherhood as a catalyst for growth
• Redefining purpose in midlife
• Taking the first step toward a new comfort zone

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Episode 58: Fear of Failure… or Fear of Success?

What if the thing holding you back isn’t failure — but success?

In this episode, Jody B. Miller explores the hidden fear that stops many talented people from stepping fully into their potential. Inspired by a conversation in Episode 57, she reflects on grief, family, and the surprising psychology of success avoidance.

Jody shares personal stories about watching loved ones struggle with both destructive choices and unrealized potential, including lessons from her father about talent, courage, and asking for what you’re worth.

Through the lens of the MISOGI Method — taking on challenges with a real chance of failure — she explains how moving through fear can lead you to the life you’re meant to live.

Ep.58 Fear of Failure OR Success

In this episode:

• Fear of failure vs. fear of success
• Why people sometimes stay smaller than they could be
• How one bold ask can change your trajectory
• The role courage plays in growth

If this episode resonates, share it with someone who may need the reminder to take their next bold step.

Links:
https://www.truth-or-fiction.com
https://www.jodybmiller.com

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Eric Cooter has lived multiple lives in one lifetime. In Episode 57 of The MISOGI Method Podcast, Jody B. Miller sits down with pilot, priest, author, and podcast host Eric Cooter to explore how courage, grief, and presence shape the unexpected turns of life. 

Eric shares how his journey—from aviation entrepreneur to Episcopal priest to volunteer military chaplain pilot—taught him that the moments we think are endings are often the beginning of something greater.

If you’re navigating loss, searching for purpose, or wondering if it’s too late to reinvent yourself, this conversation will challenge and inspire you to step into your next chapter.

In this episode we discuss:

• Why reinvention is rarely one big leap
• What flying a plane teaches about living fully present
• How grief can transform into joy
• The mindset required to start a new chapter
• Why it is truly never too late to change your life

Eric’s life journey—from Tennessee roots to international aviation and ministry—shows that courage, presence, and faith can lead to extraordinary second acts. 

Connect with Eric Cooter Podcast: Never Too Late
Books and speaking: Amazon
www.ericcooter.com

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In this episode, Jody explores:

• Why video is the modern growth edge for leaders and companies
• How discomfort is often a signal you’re doing the right thing
• The biggest mindset mistake people make before hitting “record”
• Why consistency beats perfection every time
• How video builds trust faster than any other medium
• What it really takes to become unskippable on camera

Jody also shares why she’s launching new self-guided and personal video coaching programs starting in January — designed for people who know they’re meant to be seen, heard, and taken seriously.
If this episode resonates, it’s not by accident.

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And ask yourself: What’s the edge I’ve been avoiding?

Because growth doesn’t happen in comfort —it happens just beyond it.

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Elon Musk is brilliant, erratic, obsessive—and, yes, deeply human. In this episode of The MISOGI Method, Jody B. Miller unpacks Walter Isaacson’s bestselling biography and the audiobook that reveals Musk’s true mission: not fame or fortune, but the survival of our species. From rocket launches to personal failures, this is the story of a man who pushes limits for one reason—he cares about humanity.

Please note: I recorded this while on a 3 hour walk and after I finished the book.

@elonmusk
Audio Book

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https://www.coastto.co.uk/

A MISOGI of a lifetime.

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The woman who saw the future in a floating image.

https://www.britannica.com/biography/Valerie-Thomas

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Allison Ellsworth – Founder of Poppi

Allison Ellsworth is an American entrepreneur and the co-founder of Poppi, the fast-growing prebiotic soda brand that’s redefining the beverage industry.

https://drinkpoppi.com/




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The MISOGI Method – Episode 51 
Guest: Nelson Nigel, Founder & CEO of Kidmoto Technologies
Host: Jody B. Miller

Episode Description:
What if the key to building a multi-city tech company wasn't venture capital or a Silicon Valley network—but insight, grit, and an unwavering mission?

In this inspiring episode, host Jody B. Miller sits down with Nelson Nigel, a former NYC yellow cab and Uber driver turned tech founder, who created Kidmoto Technologies—a transportation startup providing safe car seat-equipped rides for families with small children.

Now active in 64 U.S. cities with over 40,000 rides completed, Kidmoto is disrupting an industry long dominated by giants like Uber and Lyft—by focusing on a need they overlooked.

But Nelson’s story runs even deeper: from surviving a traumatic subway accident to bootstrapping a company built on purpose, resilience, and family safety, he embodies what

The MISOGI Method is all about—transforming adversity into opportunity.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• How one moment of insight changed Nelson’s life—and the lives of thousands of families
• What it really takes to bootstrap a startup in a crowded tech space
• How leading from the driver’s seat shaped a national team culture
• How trauma sparked a purpose-driven mission that scaled
• Why your most uncomfortable leap might be the one that defines your legacy

Key Takeaway:
Your past doesn’t define your path. But your choices—especially the bold ones—absolutely do.
Resources & Links:

• Kidmoto Technologies App – Download on iOS & Android
• Website: www.kidmoto.taxi
• Contact Nelson Nigel: [email protected]

 

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Riding Through Pain, Pedaling Toward Power: Teri M. Brown’s Double-Butted Adventure

Welcome to The MISOGI Method, where we explore bold, life-changing leaps that push us beyond our limits and lead to transformation.

Today’s guest, Teri M. Brown, took an extraordinary journey to reclaim her life—by pedaling across the United States on a tandem bike.

After surviving a stressful marriage, Teri’s ride became a powerful emotional and spiritual adventure, leading her to healing and empowerment.

Teri shares her journey in 10 Little Rules for a Double-Butted Adventure, a book that blends storytelling and life lessons with journaling prompts to help others live boldly.

In this episode, Teri talks about overcoming pain, trusting your strength, and embracing adventures that rebuild your soul. Listen now and get inspired to take your own leap of transformation! Resources:

• Teri’s book: 10 Little Rules for a Double-Butted Adventure
• https://www.terimbrown.com/
• Follow Teri: Instagram

Incorporating cycling into your routine can be a powerful tool for emotional healing and creative expression. Whether through structured cycling programs or casual rides in natural settings, the physical activity and exposure to nature can promote mental well-being and stimulate creative thinking. As highlighted by Teri M. Brown's journey, embracing such adventures can lead to profound personal transformation.

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