In this special episode of 'Your Daily Chocolate,' Patty welcomes Zachary Leyden, a veteran and owner of Ocean View Stables.

Zachary shares his experiences with PTSD and how working with horses provided healing, leading him to create therapeutic programs for fellow veterans. He highlights the transformative journey of veterans like Tyler, who built confidence and a sense of purpose through consistent interaction with horses.

He and Patty discuss the various activities at Ocean View Stables, including trail rides, lessons, and competitive training. Zachary also shares life lessons learned from horsemanship, emphasizing presence and mindful interaction, and talks about future expansions and events for veterans.

Find more about Zachery:

LinkedIn ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/zachary-leyden-a178a679⁠

Facebook ⁠https://www.facebook.com/OceanVStables?mibextid=cejktS⁠

Instagram⁠ https://instagram.com/ocean_view_stables?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==⁠

Today's amazing guest is Anne Montgomery, a pioneer in female sportscasting in the U.S. Anne shares her journey from a young sportscaster to becoming a high school sports referee, teacher, and foster mom. She discusses overcoming gender barriers, transitioning to teaching, and fostering children while addressing the impact of modern communication technology. Anne also talks about her writing career, including her WWII book 'Your Forgotten Sons,' and explores her personal passions like rock collecting and scuba diving. This episode is a testament to resilience, adaptability, and the power of compassion in all the stages of life. 

Find more about Anne:

Website

https://annemontgomerywriter.com/

Social Media

Facebook

Twitter

LinkedIn

Goodreads

Amazon

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anne_Montgomery_(sportscaster)

Your Forgotten Sons: https://books2read.com/u/b5gvxl

Again, Patty never fails to impress with her guests. Today Patty welcomes film producer Larry Kasanoff to discuss his remarkable career and his book 'A Touch of the Madness', which explores how a playful, innovative mindset has fueled his success. Known for blockbuster movies like Terminator 2, True Lies, and Mortal Kombat, Kasanoff emphasizes the importance of creativity, risk-taking, and asking the unconventional to achieve the extraordinary. He shares personal stories, such as the making of 'Platoon' and 'Dirty Dancing', and previews his upcoming projects and book, 'Malibu Blonde'. 
Find more about Larry below:

www.larrykasanoff.com

www.atouchofthemadness.com

https://www.amazon.com/Touch-Madness-Innovative-Being-Little/dp/1637744234

https://www.amazon.com/Malibu-Blonde-Lawrence-Kasanoff/dp/3037666919

@larrykasanoff

This week marks the birthday of The Navy, so Patty has a very special guest, retired Navy SEAL Marty Strong to discuss his transition from military service to the business world as a CEO. Marty, an author of multiple novels and leadership books, shares insights on leadership, the importance of emotional maturity, intellect, and psychological resilience. He emphasizes the absence of 'lone wolf' mentality in SEALs and the significance of "we, not me." He also speaks about the power of humility through failure, leadership vs. management, and offers personal growth insights. 

Twitter - @MStrongSEAL

LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/marty-strong-9676bb13/

Facebook:

(2) Marty Strong | Facebook

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/martinlstrongautho 

Website 1 http://www.martystrong.com 
Website #2 http://www.mlstrongauthor.com

Your Daily Chocolate is in the top 25% of most shared, and most followed podcasts worldwide, so let's boost it up even higher. Take 10 seconds today and share the show with some friends that you know will love it, and make 2023 an even brighter year for those you care about. Please consider supporting this podcast with a modest contribution here - just hit the "support" button to continue to hear good news from big name inspiring guests - Ad free! Be sure to subscribe to the newsletter at yourdailychocolate.com for extra content and all sorts of good stuff. If you like the show, please rate and review, or share it with anyone you think would like a little good news in their life. You can also subscribe to Your Daily Chocolate on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or your preferred platform.

On today's episode, Patty welcomes Cindy Fertsch, co-founder of Heart of Surfing, to discuss how the organization strives to bring opportunity in honor of her late son Jamie, who was on the autism spectrum. Cindy shares Jamie's love for surfing, the community they have built for individuals with developmental disabilities, and the various activities they offer beyond surfing. Despite personal tragedy and the challenges of the pandemic, Heart of Surfing has grown, thanks to supportive volunteers and sponsors, highlighting the broader impact of their initiatives and the hope they bring to participants and families.

Find more about Cindy below:

Facebook.com/heartofsurfing

Facebook.com/shorelocalnewsmagazine

Facebook.com/cindychristyfertsch

Instagram @heartofsurfing

@cindychristyfertsch @shorelocalnews

Today Patty is wrapping up her final episode of the September podcast promotion series, with an informative, inspiring and heartwarming look at Byron and Margaret McKie's the 'Beyond I Do' podcast.

This marriage-focused podcast offers valuable tips for a successful relationship, drawing from the McKies' 26 years of experience. The couple shares insights into communication, handling finances, parenting, and their journey from young parents to relationship coaches and authors. They discuss the importance of mindset, intimacy, and their broader mission to infuse positivity into discussions about marriage with guest stories inspiring tales of resilience and love.

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/beyondidopodcast

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/beyondidopodcast/

TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@beyondidopodcast

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@beyondidopodcast

Website - www.beyondidopodcast.com

Find their book on Amazon -

Unlocking Forever: 10 Keys to a Successful Marriage Beyond I Do - https://a.co/d/01sHNkAK

In honor of International Podcast Day, Patty welcomes Katey Fortun, creator of 'The Different Ability' podcast. Katey advocates for people with different abilities. Highlighting inspiring stories and resources for those with disabilities, aiming to celebrate and embrace our unique differences, and emphasizing how understanding different abilities can make us all better human beings.

Find more about Katey below:

Website: https://kateyfortun.com/podcast

Podcast Links: https://thedifferentabilitypodcast.buzzsprout.com/

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-different-ability-podcast/id1526381713

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4alCbnDcqEEhR3LHBZHaaI?si=05bb2a1134024f95

Personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kateyfortun/

Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/differentabilitypodcast/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/katey.fortun

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katey-fortun-3126942a/

In this episode of 'Your Daily Chocolate,' Patty highlights the 'Life Excellence' podcast hosted by success coach and bestselling author Brian Bartes. They discuss Brian's background in personal development, the inspiring stories from over 60 episodes, and the importance of lifelong learning. Brian shares his approach to interviewing people who have achieved excellence in various fields and offers valuable insights and strategies for listeners. Don't miss this inspiring conversation and learn how to incorporate excellence into every area of your life.

Connect with Brian on social media:

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

YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/brianbartes⁠

Today Patty continues her special series in bringing you other podcasts that also bring positivity, inspiration and joy. Today she is highlighting two of them!

First she welcomes Stephanie McLaughlin and her brilliant 40 Drinks Podcast. She and Patty discuss her podcast, focused on life transitions around turning 40, and her idea to have 40 drinks with 40 friends in 40 different places (not all in the same night :) ) She explores themes like career changes, personal growth, and self-discovery through real discussions highlighting unique stories from guests, and provides insights into those, sometimes messy, midlife transformations and what they mean for personal development.

⁠www.fortydrinks.com⁠

⁠Apple Podcasts ⁠

⁠Spotify⁠

⁠Amazon Podcasts⁠

Social Media

⁠www.instagram.com/fortydrinks⁠

⁠www.facebook.com/FortyDrinks

Next Patty talks with Geleen Onthego, who discusses her passion for solo travel and the transformative power it has, especially for women. Learn about her truly amazing podcast 'Travel Not to Escape,' which shares stories of solo travelers, and get insights into how intentional travel and connections can enrich and transform your life.

Find more about Geleen:

podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/travelnottoescape

Patty is kicking off a month of highlighting other podcasts that are bringing inspiration, good news and that just make you feel good.

Today Patty welcomes David Page and shines a light on his new podcast 'Culinary Characters Unlocked,' which features engaging conversations with culinary stars and food industry icons.

Premiering on August 27th, the podcast will release episodes twice a week and dive into origin stories and behind-the-scenes insights from notable chefs and restaurateurs. Patty and David discuss how he is bringing fascinating food trends, personal stories, and his passion for storytelling in the culinary world to podcast listeners. 

Web: 
Culinary Characters Unlocked website

The Culinary Characters Unlocked podcast is available wherever you get your podcasts.