Can I Just Say? with Nikki La Croce

Authentic Relating & Effective Connection with Gabe DeRita

🎙️In this episode, I share the mic with Gabe DeRita. In 2017, Gabe left his "fancy tech job" to travel the world by bicycle, and in the process found his calling in coaching. He now is honored to work full time as a purpose alignment coach & leadership development facilitator. He helps individuals and teams align with what matters, and make effective connections with self and others.Gabe’s work is rooted in neuroscience-based CoActive Coaching, Authentic Relating, and mindfulness, with a spoonful of Japanese philosophy on top. Beyond coaching, he is also passionate about cycling, foraging wild mushrooms, and the transformative power of psychedelics to heal ourselves and our world.Tune in to hear Gabe share:✅ His motivation for leaving a tech career to become a life coach✅ The core principles of authentic relating✅ Why it’s essential to acknowledge your limitations and seeking support as a means of growth✅ The importance of having the knowledge and vocabulary to clearly communicate your emotions ✅ How to regulate emotions by releasing stored energy from your body💻 Learn more about Gabe and his work:https://effectiveconnection.com/ Book an insight call with Gabe:https://callwithgabe.as.me/insight 👉 Follow Gabe on social:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/effectiveconnection Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/funngabeSubscribe to my Youtube channel:https://youtube.com/@nikkilacroce 🔗 Visit the link below for more episodes, show updates, merch & more…https://whothefck.com/  👉 Follow Who The F*ck?TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@nikkilacroce   Instagram: https://instagram.com/nikkilacroce LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikkilacroce/

Winning The Battle With Dyslexia with Lois Letchford

🎙️ In this episode, I share the mic with Lois Letchford. Lois specializes in teaching children who have struggled to learn to read. When Lois Letchford learned her son has been diagnosed with a low IQ at the end of grade one, she refused to give up on his future. Testing showed Nicholas labeled as “learning disabled.” The world of education was quick to cast him aside, so Lois began working with him one-on-one. What happened next is a journey that spans three continents, unique teaching experiments, never-ending battles with the school system, a mother’s discovery of her own learning blocks, and a bond fueled by the desire to rid Nicholas of the “disabled” label. Lois' book, Reversed is a memoir of profound determination that follows the highs and lows of overcoming impossible odds, turning one woman into a passionate teacher for children who have been left behind.Tune in to hear Lois share:✅ The innovative methods she used at home to help her son learn to read✅ The importance of supporting students with neurodivergence and learning disabilities✅ How she navigated her own late-in-life dyslexia diagnosis ✅ Advice for parents and educators working with students with reading difficulties📚 Get your copy of Reversed: A Memoirhttps://amzn.to/47vh07r Subscribe to Lois Letchford on Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/@letchfordlois💻 Learn more Lois and her work:https://www.loisletchford.com/ 👉 Follow Lois on social:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/loisletchford/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loisletchford/ **********************************************📺 Subscribe to my Youtube channel:https://youtube.com/@nikkilacroce 🔗 Visit the link below for more episodes, show updates, merch & more…https://whothefck.com/  👉 Follow Who The F*ck?TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@nikkilacroce   Instagram: https://instagram.com/nikkilacroce LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikkilacroce/

What It Really Means To Be Radical with Jose Leal

🎙️ In this episode, I share the mic with Jose Leal, co-founder of Radical World. After spending years working in corporate America, Jose found himself feeling unfulfilled and yearning for a sense of purpose. Jose emphasizes the importance of reevaluating our current societal norms and working together to change the narrative that we’ve all been conditioned to accept, so we can live more meaningful lives. As Jose points out, being radical is not a bad thing. Being radical means being open to innovation, collaboration and finding ways to reconnect with our humanity at an individual and societal level.Tune in to hear Jose share:✅ What inspired him to leave his corporate job to pursue his purpose✅ Why we need to challenge the status quo & work together to create a sustainable future for all✅ How collaboration incites innovation and benefits our communities✅ How we can rethink our ways of working and living to fulfill our collective potential as a society📚 Get your copy of Radical Companies: Organized for Success without Bosses or Employeeshttps://amzn.to/3QBkf6D 💻 Learn more about the Radical World mission:https://radical.worldDiscover your Radical Needs profilehttps://profile.radicalpurpose.org/en/ Listen to Radical World’s podcast, rHatchery Live:https://www.podpage.com/rhatcherylive/ 👉 Follow Radical World on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/radical-world/ Interested in a collaboration with the Radical World team? Connect with Jose on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jleal/ *********************************************************************📺 Subscribe to my Youtube channel:https://youtube.com/@nikkilacroce 🔗 Visit the link below for more episodes, show updates, merch & more…https://whothefck.com/  👉 Follow Who The F*ck?TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@nikkilacroce   Instagram: https://instagram.com/nikkilacroce LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikkilacroce/

How Social Connection Impacts Our Brain Health with Dr. Mark Williams

🎙️In this episode, I share the mic with Dr. Mark Williams, author of The Connected Species. Mark is an internationally recognised neuroscientist, with over 25 years experience conducting behavioral and brain imaging research focusing on our social skills, committed to creating a brain healthy world.Not a typical ‘academic’, Mark comes from a disjointed family background. He hated school and experienced first-hand the challenges of getting ahead in a small town in Victoria. Now, Mark runs programs for schools and businesses on the neuroscience of learning, the neuroscience of emotions and the impact of modern technologies (like smartphones) on our brains. He has considerable media experience, with many television and radio appearances featuring his research on topics ranging from facial expressions, emotions, racism, through to how the brain processes smells and why we can’t tickle ourselves.Tune in to hear Mark share:✅ His journey to becoming a neuroscientist✅ Why he is so passionate about helping others improve their brain health✅ The major health benefits of prioritizing social connection✅ Tips to improve social connection and combat loneliness📚 Get your copy of The Connected Species:https://amzn.to/49qohHo 💻 Learn more Mark and his work:https://www.drmarkwilliams.com/ 👉 Follow Mark on social:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-williams-4b401354/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheDrMarkWilliams/ 📺 Subscribe to Who The F*ck? Podcast on Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/@whothefck_pod🔗 Visit the link below for more episodes, show updates, merch & more…https://whothefck.com/  👉 Follow Who The F*ck?TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@nikkilacroce   Instagram: https://instagram.com/nikkilacroce LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikkilacroce/*Disclaimer: Some links I share are affiliate links. This means that I may get a commission if you click on the link and purchase something. Using an affiliate link is optional but always appreciated.*

Exploring Truth Empowered Relationships with Marshall Zweig

🎙️ In this episode, I share the mic with Marshall Zweig. Marshall is a Featured Life Coach for Ingomu, where he live-streams with a nationwide interactive community, sharing his life-changing Truth-Empowered Relationships: Healing Through Feeling method. Marshall also coaches content moderators challenged by PTSD symptoms through Rebuilding Thoughts.​For organizations, Marshall coaches Authentic Leadership principles using his method. Using his resensitization therapy method—now a recognized modality by the International Association of Therapists—Marshall also develops high-potential employees' EQ—which unlocks their true potential.Tune in to hear Marshall share:✅ Why accountability is essential for healthy, sustainable relationships✅ How aligning to our core values early on can help us set boundaries for long-term relationships✅ The importance of finding a couples' therapist who prioritizes the needs of all parties💻 Learn more Marshall and his services:https://www.marshallzweig.com/ Interested in working with Marshall? Schedule a *FREE intro call* at the link below:https://calendly.com/timewithmarshall 👉 Follow Marshall on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marshallzweig/ 🔗 Visit the link below for more episodes, show updates, merch & more…https://whothefck.com/  👉 Follow Who The F*ck?TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@whothefck_pod   Instagram: https://instagram.com/whothefck_pod Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@whothefck_pod  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikkilacroce/

The Healing Power Of Poetry with Anastasia Lindsey

🎙️In this episode, I share the mic with Anastasia Lindsey. Anastasia is a poet and author of OCEAN, as well as a holistic healing practitioner seeking to help others understand how expressing emotions through poetry can help us heal. She owns Summer Solace Holistic Healing & Poetry, where she uses different modalities to help others heal including Reiki, Meditation, Sound Healing, Hypnosis and has recently started her journey into Shamanism.Tune in to hear Anastasia open up about how:✅ She embraced her true self through poetry✅ Poetry connects people through shared experiences that unite humanity✅ Writing allows us to self-regulate and navigate difficult emotions or discomfort✅ Reflecting on past experiences allows us to give ourselves grace📚 Get your copy of Anastasia’s poetry book, Ocean:https://amzn.to/3SAicSHLearn more Summer Solace Holistic Healing & Poetry:https://summersolacehealing.com/ Check out Anastasia’s interview with Atmosphere Press:https://atmospherepress.com/interview-with-anastasia-lindsey/👉 Follow Anastasia on social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anamariepoetry/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@anamariepoetryFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/anastasia.lindsey.7 🔗 Visit the link below for more episodes, show updates, merch & more…https://whothefck.com/  👉 Follow Who The F*ck?TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@whothefck_pod   Instagram: https://instagram.com/whothefck_pod Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@whothefck_pod  LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/whothefck

Learning To Thrive With Bipolar Disorder with Steve Wilson

🎙️In this episode, I share the mic with Steve Wilson. Steve is a mental health advocate and author of Teetering on a Tightrope: My Bipolar Journey. Steve was an average, fun-loving kid who grew up in a small Ohio town. Unfortunately, one incident changed the course of his life forever. Sexually assaulted at an early age and later diagnosed with bipolar disorder, Steve’s life was a roller coaster ride out of control. Now Steve facilitates support groups and shares his story as a way to let others know that they are not alone in battling mental illness. Tune in to hear Steve open up about:✅ His battles with bipolar disorder and decades long quest to find the right treatment✅ The importance of seeking professional help and having a strong support system✅ Why we need to advocate for ourselves on our mental health journeys📚 Get your copy of Teetering on a Tightrope: My Bipolar Journeyhttps://amzn.to/49zVgJy 💻Learn more about Steve’s journey:https://authorstevewwilson.com/ Read Steve’s article on Anxiety & Depression Association of America:https://adaa.org/living-with-anxiety/personal-stories/teetering-tightrope 👉 Follow Steve on social:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stevewilson4990 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevewilson4990/ Send Steve an email: swwilson.wilson@gmail.com 🔗 Visit the link below for more episodes, show updates, merch & more…https://whothefck.com/  👉 Follow Who The F*ck?TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@whothefck_pod   Instagram: https://instagram.com/whothefck_pod Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@whothefck_pod  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikkilacroce/

Sharing Your Story Can Save Your Life with Erin Rodgers

🎙️In this episode, I share the mic with Erin Rodgers. Erin is a public speaking & storytelling coach, who is passionate about working with others to help them find their voice and fine-tune their unique stories. Once a self-proclaimed “indoor kid” who struggled to connect with others, when Erin discovered the power of storytelling, she fell in love. Erin has since created multiple storytelling events, produced the Toronto Storytelling Festival and was featured in outlets like Splitsider and Macleans Magazine. Today, Erin empowers individuals and organizations to use their personal experiences to inspire and thrill their audience.Tune in to hear Erin share:✅How storytelling changed her life and changed her perspective on comedy✅The importance of storytelling in providing a sense of safety for people to share their stories ✅Why we need to open ourselves to humor and levity when navigating difficult situations✅How recognizing the value of small accomplishments and receiving support from others helps her overcome self-doubtErin is part of The Pathfinders Collective. Check out their books on Amazon at the links below:📚 Escape: Stories About Breaking Freehttps://amzn.to/479qlSJ 📚 Bold: Stories About Living Life Out Loud (The Pathfinders Collective)https://amzn.to/3MFAMW2 📺 Subscribe to Erin’s Youtube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@erinrodgersStoryCoach 💻Work with Erin and Storystar Coaching:https://www.storystarcoaching.com/ 👉 Follow Erin on social:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erodgersstorycoach/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erin_rodgers_storypro/X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/erinmrodgers  -------------------------------------------------------------------------------📺 Subscribe to Who The F*ck? on Youtube:Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@whothefck_pod  🔗Visit the link below for more episodes, show updates, merch & more…https://whothefck.com/  👉 Follow Who The F*ck?TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@whothefck_pod   Instagram: https://instagram.com/whothefck_pod LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikkilacroce/ 

Learn How To Communicate With Confidence with Larry Wilson

Learn How To Communicate With Confidence with Larry Wilson🎙️ In this episode, I share the mic with Larry Wilson. Larry is an expert Communications Trainer, as well as an Emmy-nominated performer, producer, writer, and 2017 Comedy Magician of the Year, who synthesized my long history in show business and insatiable desire to connect more meaningfully with people into a powerful training system called The Wilson Method.Larry is proud to have worked with the biggest stars in entertainment for 35 years. His experience ranges from helping Entrepreneurs, CEO's, and Executives to Small Business Owners and individuals dedicated to learning how to communicate with more confidence and conviction.🎧 Tune in to hear Larry open up about:✅ How his father’s detached approach to parenting led to Larry’s fascination with creating connections through conversations.✅ Why confidence is the key to effective communication✅ The common fear of public speaking and how it impacts even the most high-profile performers✅ How we must communicate with clarity if we want our needs to be met🔗 Check out The Wilson Method website to learn more about Larry’s training programs:https://thewilsonmethod.com/nikki Listen to Larry’s podcast, How To Talk To Humans:https://open.spotify.com/show/51eeJFg5CLVJHVLPBvREBe?si=ea586990a6fe494e 📺 Subscribe to Who The F*ck? on Youtube for video episodes & more:https://www.youtube.com/@whothefck_podCheck out the website for Who The F*ck? for more exclusive content:https://whothefck.com/👉 Follow Who The F*ck?TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@whothefck_pod Instagram: https://instagram.com/whothefck_podFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/whothefckpodLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/whothefck 

Lessons in Personal Growth & Accountability with Nick Hutchison

🎙️ In this episode, I share the mic with Nick Hutchison. Nick Hutchison is the author of Rise of the Reader: Strategies for Mastering Your Reading Habits and Applying What You Learn and founder of BookThinkers, a digital marketing agency dedicated to helping authors and readers fulfill their potential in the personal development space.In just over 7 years, he has organically built a platform that reaches over a million people each month. Nick’s podcast, BookThinkers: Life-Changing Books, is a global top 2% show that features captivating interviews with world-class personal development experts and authors including Evan Carmichael, Lewis Howes, Grant Cardone and Alex Hormozi.🎧 Tune in to hear Nick share:✅ How investing in personal growth became the catalyst for business success✅ What inspired Nick to read over 400 personal development books✅ How his relationships improved once he shifted from an ego-driven mindset to an impact-driven mindset ✅ How practicing stoicism continues to help shape his perspective throughout his personal growth journey✅ The importance of mastering your reading habits so you can apply what you learnGet your copy of Nick’s book, Rise of The Reader, on Amazon: https://amzn.to/479KOX2 🔗 Check out Nick’s website to learn more about his mission: https://nickhutch.com/ Are you an author in the personal development space? Visit out the BookThinkers website to find out more about their services:https://bookthinkers.com/ 👉Follow Nick on social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicklovesbooksLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bookthinkers/  📺 Subscribe to Who The F*ck? on Youtube for video episodes & more:https://www.youtube.com/@whothefck_pod Check out the website for Who The F*ck? for more exclusive content:https://whothefck.com/ 👉 Follow Who The F*ck?TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@whothefck_pod Instagram: https://instagram.com/whothefck_podFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/whothefckpod LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/whothefck