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Celia’s Corner is a podcast dedicated to personal growth, meaningful conversations, and real-life transformation. Each episode brings together inspiring guests, thought leaders, experts, and everyday people with powerful stories to share lessons on self-improvement, success, mindset, relationships, wellness, and living a more fulfilling life. Whether you’re looking for motivation, practical advice, or a fresh perspective on life’s challenges, Celia’s Corner offers honest conversations that educate, inspire, and empower. This is a space where growth is celebrated, wisdom is shared, and listene

  1. 1 hr ago

    The power of imagination: How music and fantasy bring stories to life with Christopher Kaufman

    In this episode Cecilia sits down with Christopher Kaufman, a creative artist, storyteller, and composer with a doctorate in music composition, to explore the powerful connection between imagination, music, and fantasy. Christopher began writing illustrated fantasy stories at the age of nine. Although music became a central part of his life for many years, his passion for storytelling remained with him. That passion eventually led to Tales of the Ocean City, an expansive fantasy series that combines books with cinematic and symphonic music, narration, sound design, audio albums, ebooks, and video books. Together, we discuss his creative beginnings, the influence of his musical education, his admiration for fantasy author Lloyd Alexander, and the inspiration behind building an entire fictional universe. Christopher also shares his perspective on why imagination matters, how modern life can limit our creativity, and how engaging with the arts can help us rediscover our capacity to dream, grow, and see the world differently. Whether you’re a fantasy enthusiast, a creative professional, an aspiring writer, or someone looking to reconnect with a forgotten passion, this conversation offers a thoughtful reminder that imagination is worth nurturing at every stage of life. Explore Christopher Kaufman’s work: https://talesoftheoceancity.com

  2. 1 day ago

    Helping businesses become visible, trusted and recommended by AI with Lisa Petr

    In this episode host Cecilia sits down with Lisa Petr, the AI VisAbility Coach, to explore how businesses can strengthen their online presence in an era where AI-powered tools are increasingly shaping how people discover information, products, and services. Lisa helps business owners, entrepreneurs, coaches, nonprofits, and organizations identify and address gaps in how their businesses are presented online. Through her six pillars of AI VisAbility clarity, consistency, search words and phrases, social proof, schema and FAQs she offers a practical framework for making business information easier for AI systems and potential customers to understand. Together, Cecilia and Lisa discuss why some businesses may struggle to appear in AI-generated recommendations, how AI visibility differs from traditional SEO, and what smaller businesses can do to improve their online presence without needing advanced technical skills. They also explore the role of credibility, customer reviews, website structure, and consistent branding in helping businesses build trust and attract new opportunities. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, small business owner, service provider, or nonprofit leader, this conversation offers useful perspectives on adapting your marketing strategy to an evolving digital world. Connect with Lisa Petr: Website and resources: AI VisAbility Coach⁠

  3. 3 days ago

    Dr. Maria Van Der Maaten on rethinking self care through community, connection and collective wellness

    In this episode host Cecilia sits down with Dr. Maria Van Der Maaten, a sociologist, community development practitioner and upcoming author of Even Monks Meditate Together, to explore the powerful connection between individual wellness and collective empowerment. Dr. Maria shares why supportive relationships and a sense of belonging matter, how to build communities rooted in trust, and how everyday connections can help us develop healthier, more sustainable self-care practices. The conversation also explores the challenges of balancing wellness with work, parenting, relationships, and the demands of daily life. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, struggling to prioritize yourself, or looking for practical ways to build a stronger support system, this episode offers thoughtful insights and actionable strategies to help you thrive both individually and collectively. Connect with Maria: https://mariavdm.com/ Tune in for a refreshing conversation about connection, community and the role we can all play in helping one another live healthier, more fulfilling lives.

  4. 4 days ago

    Finding gratitude amidst grief and honoring a daughter’s legacy after loss with Mark Stackpole

    In this heartfelt episode Cecilia speaks with Mark Stackpole, who shares his family’s journey after the loss of his 22-year-old daughter, Corinne, to leukemia. Following Corinne’s 11-month fight, which included chemotherapy and a bone marrow transplant, Mark and his family faced the unimaginable. Rather than allowing their story to be defined solely by their loss, they have chosen to honor Corinne’s life, cherish the time they shared, and find moments of gratitude amid their grief. Mark opens up about navigating loss, protecting family relationships through difficult seasons, supporting grieving loved ones, and learning to embrace joy without letting go of the people we miss. He also discusses the importance of raising awareness about leukemia and encouraging eligible young adults to explore stem cell donation. His message is a powerful reminder that grief can transform our lives without defining them, and that even a life cut short can leave a lasting legacy. Learn more about joining the stem cell donor registry: https://nmdp.org⁠ explore the registry’s eligibility requirements and learn how you may be able to help someone battling a blood cancer.

  5. 5 days ago

    Reviving epic poetry, reimagining the hero’s journey and building modern myths with Peter Gunn

    In this episode host Cecilia sits down with Peter Gunn, a poet, bodybuilder, guitarist, and creative visionary who is reimagining the hero’s journey through literature, music, and visual storytelling. Peter shares how his military service and personal experiences shaped his outlook, what inspired him to create The Amazons, and why he developed Linked-Lyrical Poetry (LLP), a modern approach to epic poetry designed to connect with younger generations. We also explore The Sigma Squad, his graphic novel series inspired by ancient Gnostic texts, and his work with The AngellicS, whose album Elysium Feels expands his creative expression into music. From challenging traditional storytelling to building a lasting creative legacy, this conversation explores discipline, purpose, imagination, and the power of stories to influence how we see ourselves and the world around us. Connect with Peter Gunn and explore his work: Website and upcoming projects: https://www.petergunn.net/ Women’s Insider feature: https://womensinsider.com/peter-gunn-rewriting-the-heros-journey-for-women-through-epic-poetry/ Rolling Hype feature: https://rollinghype.com/from-poetry-to-power-ballads-the-renaissance-of-peter-gunn/ Music and album releases on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2vECOl1UhrFzgnb1y7SFFT/discography/all Thank you for listening to Celia’s Corner. Stay curious, keep exploring and never underestimate the power of a story.

  6. 21 Oct

    AI jobs and human agency: How Sasikanth Battula is helping people stay irreplaceable in an AI-driven world

    In this episode host Cecilia welcomes Sasikanth Battula, an AI pioneer, founder of Hola AI, and author of AI Jobs and AI SiCK. Drawing on three decades of Silicon Valley leadership and experience bringing AI-powered healthcare solutions to market, Sasi offers a perspective that goes beyond the usual excitement and fear surrounding artificial intelligence. Together, they explore where new AI-related jobs are emerging, why human judgment remains essential, and how professionals can move beyond simply executing tasks to directing technology effectively. They also discuss the potential dangers of outsourcing too much of our thinking, decision-making, and even physical awareness to algorithms and connected devices. Whether you’re a professional concerned about job security, a business leader navigating AI adoption, or simply curious about how technology will shape our future, this conversation offers thought-provoking insights into preparing for change without surrendering your agency. Connect with Sasikanth Battula and explore his books and resources: https://books2read.com/ap/nmv6Az/Sasikanth-Battula⁠ Visit his author page to discover AI Jobs, a career guide focused on navigating the AI era, and AI SiCK, a dystopian fiction series exploring the potential consequences of our growing dependence on technology. Tune in for an insightful conversation about AI, career resilience, human judgment, and how to command your future in a rapidly changing world.

  7. 20 Oct

    Mindful productivity: Breaking free from hustle culture and creating a balanced life with Emily Guerra

    In this episode host Cecilia sits down with Emily Guerra, productivity life coach, mindful productivity speaker, and founder of The Productivity Flow, for an insightful conversation about overcoming mindset barriers, building sustainable habits, and finding balance in a world that often glorifies constant hustle. Emily shares her perspective on the relationship between mental health and productivity, the science behind focus and motivation, and practical ways to overcome procrastination, self-sabotage, and overwhelm. She also explores how entrepreneurs and hybrid workers can establish healthier routines, manage their time effectively, and achieve their goals without burning themselves out. Whether you’re an entrepreneur struggling to stay consistent, a professional trying to balance work and personal life, or someone who feels stuck and unsure of how to move forward, this episode offers practical insights to help you redefine success and make progress at your own pace. Discover Emily’s coaching programs, online course, and additional productivity resources here: https://linktr.ee/theproductivityflow⁠

  8. 18 Oct

    Houston Pierce on life lessons, pop culture, faith and the questions that make us think

    In this episode host Cecilia sits down with Houston Pierce, host of 1000 Crazy Questions, for an engaging conversation about life’s unpredictable journey, the power of curiosity, faith, movies, and the future of humanity. Houston shares insights from his diverse career experiences, the lessons he has learned from meeting people from different walks of life, and the inspiration behind his unique approach to asking questions. The conversation explores his passion for movies and nerd culture, his Christian faith, the growing influence of artificial intelligence, and the importance of finding meaning in life’s unexpected twists and turns. Whether you’re a movie enthusiast, a deep thinker, or someone navigating an unconventional path, this episode offers a mix of humor, reflection, and thought-provoking ideas. Discover more about Houston and his podcast, 1000 Crazy Questions, at https://www.1000crazyquestions.com/⁠.

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Celia’s Corner is a podcast dedicated to personal growth, meaningful conversations, and real-life transformation. Each episode brings together inspiring guests, thought leaders, experts, and everyday people with powerful stories to share lessons on self-improvement, success, mindset, relationships, wellness, and living a more fulfilling life. Whether you’re looking for motivation, practical advice, or a fresh perspective on life’s challenges, Celia’s Corner offers honest conversations that educate, inspire, and empower. This is a space where growth is celebrated, wisdom is shared, and listene

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  • Creator
    Cecilia
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    126
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Cecilia
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    Celia’s corner