In this episode of The W.W.A.A. Podcast, the Host Kristy Mickelsen is joined by special guest Author Neil Adams.  

Neil wrote a memoir book about his friend Michael Dorian, who overcame a childhood marked by poverty and instability to build a life grounded in purpose and compassion. While quietly living with HIV, he put himself through college and became a veterinary technician. After 9/11, he went to Ground Zero to help in the rescue efforts, exposing himself to long-term health risks. Despite everything, Michael continued to serve his community as a volunteer police officer, consistently putting others before himself and embodying resilience, loyalty, and selflessness.

Inspiring and deeply personal, the memoir touches on 9/11 remembrance, first responder stories, personal resilience, and LGBTQ+ journeys, and in this episode we discuss all of this and more. Inspiring and deeply personal, this episode of the podcast about Michael Dorians memoir  touches on 9/11 remembrance, first responder stories, personal resilience, and LGBTQ+ journeys.

You can follow Neil Adams by visiting his website:  https://www.readneiladams.com/from-the-pile

And you can follow the host Kristy Mickelsen on most social media platforms including x.com-@kristybooks

In this episode of the W.W.A.A. podcast, the Host Kristy Mickelsen is joined by special guest Jennifer Kaufman.

Jennifer is the Principal of a school for autistic students, and her perspective is uniquely shaped by not only leading transformative educational environments, but also navigating life as the grandmother of an autistic child. Her book, Grandparenting on the Spectrum: A Journey from Both Sides of the Desk, explores exactly what it means to blend advocacy, leadership, and family bonds.

Beyond the classroom, Jennifer founded First Response Autism to train first responders and police in supporting those on the spectrum. She’s passionate about building bridges, whether between educators and families or between communities and law enforcement, and her approach to inclusion is hands-on and heartfelt.

You can follow Jennifer on most social Media Platforms and you can buy her book on Amazon and Barnes and Noble. 

You can follow the host Kristy Mickelsen on most social media platforms including x.com@kristybooks

On this episode of the W.W.A.A. Podcast Teen Talk episode the Host Kristy Mickelsen and Co-Host Parker Chrzanowski discuss the real fear of some of the teenagers today about Bullying and School Mass Shootings.

Kristy starts the show by re-telling the audience about a local school bus incident of a prank that went too far. This sexual prank had her rather upset, and some might say even slightly heated as she explains how this incident is not the way to become cool or popular.

Kristy and Parker also discuss how school shootings are a real fear for some of our local teens, to the point where one teen has begged her boyfriend to get her pregnant so she can drop out of school after her parents have refused homeschooling options.

To learn more about the hosts you can follow them on social media including Facebook, and you can follow Kristy on x.com at Kristybooks.

In this episode of the W.W.A.A. Podcast, the host Kristy Mickelsen is joined by special guest Dr. Clare Anyiam‑Osigwe. Dr. Clare, is a multi‑award‑winning British wellness expert, allergist, filmmaker, and entrepreneur best known for founding Premae—the world’s first allergen‑free vegan skincare brand—and for her acclaimed work in film and emotional wellness. She is a prominent figure whose career spans dermatology, holistic health, education, and cinema.

Kristy and Dr. Clare start the interview off by discussing A condition called bells palsy, in which Dr. Clare had one time struggled with. As the conversation continues they discuss Clare’s book Clarity and how it delves into her entrepreneurial journey and helped her heal during burnout.

As the interview winds down we discuss B.U.F.F. And the Wellness Film Festival the Dr. Clare is filming in Los Angeles California.

You can learn more about Dr. Clare at : https://drclareao.com/

You can also follow the host Kristy at x.com @kristybooks

In this episode of the W.W.A.A. Podcast, The host Kristy Mickelsen is joined by special guest Debut Author, Licensed Psychiatry Provider, and Ordained Minster, Michele Betts Schultz.

In this interview Kristy and Michele discuss the difference between Psychology and Psychiatry, how Michele started working in the field, and how she began writing about such heavy topics such as Suicide and Homicide and how the two topics can be closely related. During the discussion we also learn that Michele is also a stage three breast cancer survivor with organ damage due from chemotherapy.

To learn more about Michele and her book Beautiful Brightness of Being which is available on Amazon, you can follow her on Facebook and instagram under the name Sandy Shells, or you can email her at [email protected]

You can also follow the host Kristy Mickelsen on all social media platforms including x.com @kristybooks

In this episode of the W.W.A.A. Podcast, the hosts, Kristy Mickelsen and co-host Parker Chrzanowski continue on with the teen talk series, with the topics of teenage sex and pregnancy and how first time sex can indeed be painful and why sex is not just a pleasurable experience but it comes with responsibilities as well. 

You can follow both Kristy and Parker on social media platforms such as Facebook or Instagram, and you can write any questions for the podcast to [email protected]

In this episode of the W.W.A.A. Podcast the Host Kristy Mickelsen and Guest Co- Host Parker Chrzanowski begin a new series of episodes on the show centered around topics that are relevant to teenagers and the concerns they are having in their everyday lives.
 
The host Kristy was approached by her community members about addressing some of the issues that the local teens in the community have, and she was honored to do so. 
This first Episode  deals with personal hygiene, bullying and health and wellness. Listen in as we discuss these important topics.

Each week Kristy will address new topics and concerns from teenagers, so that they feel that they too have  a voice and are being heard on any topic including sex, bullying, abuse, and much more. 

To follow Kristy & Parker you can find them on social media by doing a name search. 

You can follow kristy on X.com @kristybooks

Javon Bates is a Cleveland-based filmmaker, producer, and entertainment entrepreneur leading culture-forward independent projects through Javon Bates The Legacy Films and the Reel Opportunity Bridge Foundation.

He is the creator of Cuffing Season 2026, a multi-platform release combining a film, companion book, and soundtrack centered on modern dating, communication, and emotional clarity. Javon’s work blends premium visual storytelling with relatable themes designed to spark conversation, build community, and expand opportunities for independent talent. 

You can find more information about him at [email protected] and you can follow the host Kristy Mickelsen on social media platforms including x.com-@kristybooks

On this episode Kristy Mickelsen celebrates her 100th podcast episode with Billy Dees.

Kristy and Billy discuss their collaborations, book marketing, news & media, and how podcasting has evolved for each of them.

You can follow Kristy on X @KristyBooks https://x.com/KristyBooks

and Billy on X @BillyDees https://x.com/BillyDees

On this episode of the W.W.A.A. Podcast, The hostKristy Mickelsen has brought back local fan favorite Sammy Stewart to have a fun discussion and answer female fan questions about men that they are afraid to ask. 

Sammy answers the questions from his own perspective about topics such as male jealousy, love, penis sizes, the Male fascination about breasts, sex and much more! Tune in to this episode to hear Sammy Answer today’s top female questions from a man's point of view!

You can follow Sammy on Social Media Platforms such as X, and you can follow the host Kristy Mickelsen on Most Social Media Platforms including X.com @kristybooks