Better To... Podcast with D. M. Needom
The Better To Podcast is a place where we'll discuss what was the inspiration for their perspective projects and how it all came about. Sometimes, we’ll take a deeper dive into that moment that placed them on the creative path. On the podcast, we honor achievements, discuss new projects, and reflect on life lessons and the beginnings of the creative journey.
Episodes
250 episodes
1st Year Anniversary - D. M. Needom
Let's take a trip down memory lane and see where the Better To Podcast has been. Then let's flash forward and see what's new and coming up. *******If you would like to contact the show about being a guest please email us at ...
Last Time - Shari Rowe
Shari and I talk about the release of her new single, Last Time. We also talk about her love of nature, singing since she was 4 and so much more. *******With the down-home flavors of pop, rock and bluegrass melded into spirited...
Curator of a Bigger Vision Within - Mark V. Smith
Celebrating the 100th Episode, Mark talks to me about the death of his father and how it changed his life and taught him some very valuable lessons. ******* “Curator of a Bigger Vision Within,” Mark Smith special...
Divorce was a Blessing - Misty Rose Gold (Lost Episode)
Misty and I talk about how when she divorced her husband he actually was grateful. We also talk about how it changed her life.*********Misty's Journey Began When She Was 8 Years Old. She Knew That She Wanted To Make A Difference In ...
I Proved the Teacher Wrong - Ambika Devi (Lost Episode)
Ambika and I talk about how a 9th-grade teacher told her she’d never be a writer. She proved them wrong.********I am on a peace-building mission to help people realize their true nature so that they can step out of the churn...
Translating Lead to Transfers and Adventure - Angel Ribo
Angel and I discuss how he transformed his life, to one of travel and inspiring others.*********Angel is known as The CEO Confidant, is an Influencer, LinkedIn strategist, International TV Host, Public Speaker, CEO Consultant, B...
Walking Without Skin - Lois Wagner
Lois and I discuss the night of a brutal attack and how it transformed her life. She shares her journey of how she went from victim to advocate.******** I am Lois Wagner – your friend for forgiveness - and I help you move from ...
Fear Leads to Transformation - Sherry Diamond
Sherry and I discuss how a health scare gave her the power to transform her life.******Almost 4 years ago (at 64) I went to the doctor for my annual checkup & discovered I was pre-diabetic. I have yo-yo dieted from age 40-to 64 ...
Fishing with a Strong Heart - Charlie Sheldon
Charlie and I talk about fishing in the not-so-legal way back in the day. We also talk about how tech has changed the world.*******Charlie studied at Yale University (American Studies) and the University of Massachusetts,...
A Special Delivery To The Powers That Be Part 2 - Doug Hughes
Part 2 Doug and I continue our conversation about the historical landing of his Gyrocopter on the lawn of the U. S. Capital as well as Campaign Finance reform. *******Doug landed an ultralight gyrocopter (think flying motorcycl...
A Special Delivery To The Powers That Be Part 1 - Doug Hughes
Doug and I dig into the historical landing of his Gyrocopter on the lawn of the U. S. Capital as well as Campaign Finance reform. *******Doug landed an ultralight gyrocopter (think flying motorcycle) on the west lawn of the US ...
RELATIONSHIFT - Kristine Grant
Relationship Expert, Kristine Grant and I discuss her award-winning book: RELATIONSHIFT How to Write the Words You Really Want to Say. We also discuss how she has helped others compose words of love. ******** I have been compos...
Natural Reflectors - Jennifer Peavey
Jennifer and I talk about her walking away from her job and building something for herself. A very valuable lesson the pandemic taught her.*******Jennifer Peavey comes from a varied background of engineering, design, and innovation....
Counting the Days - Terry Tucker
Terry and I talk about his time as a college basketball player and a police officer as well as how he is now in the battle of his life with rare cancer.******I have reinvented myself frequently over my professional career. After I g...
Naked Warrior Recovery - William Branum
William and I discuss his 23-year career, as a Navy Seal. We also talk about his company NAKED WARRIOR RECOVERY and his desire to bring the number of military suicides down to 0. We also talk about his CBD line.If you are feeling like y...
Imagineering the Life as a Creative - Madison Kelly
Maddie and I talk about life in China and how she walked away from Disney to pursue another opportunity to follow her dream. We also discuss her books.*****Hi, I’m Maddie Kelley 😇🎀! I like to think of myself as the Elle Woods of the...
Woo Woo for Women in Business - Michelle Clarke
Michelle and I discuss how she moved her business online, which proved to be a saving grace during the pandemic. We also talk about tapping and metaphysics.***** Some possibilities include: quitting corporate to build my own...
Looking for Mom - Edward Di Gangi
Edward and I discuss how at 70 he tried to find his birth mother. He thought she was a high school kid, who accidentally got pregnant, but once he started digging, he discovered she was much more than that.*****Edward Di Gangi i...
Chasing the Wrong Dream - Jerry Zehr
Jerry and I talk about his journey from following his dream of being an actor to Hollywood only to realize it was the wrong dream. His true dream was on a more spiritual path.********I grew up with Amish/ Mennonite roots ...
Reluctant Author - Joann Kedder
Joann and I talk about how she kept pushing away her dream of being an author, and how it kept coming back until she faced her destiny. ********If you are depressed or contemplating suicide please reach out to National...
Destigmatizing Emotions - Kim Korte
Kim and I talk about how, after her divorce, she needed to learn to de-stigmatize her emotions. *********Kim's Bio:I think how different the world would be if all people had the skills to manage their emotions bette...
The Making of a Woman - Jewels A
Jewels and I talk about overcoming childhood trauma, and alcoholism to build a thriving and fulfilling life. We also discuss how some things from our childhood wouldn't fly today.*******My name is Jewels. I’m a woman who has lived t...
I Lost On Jeopardy - Jim Flynn
Jim and I discuss how a brain tumor turned his world as a financial manager completely upside down. However, it end up offering him a new career as a published author in the process. *****Fun Fact: In 1991 I was a contest...
