No Wrong Turns Pod Audrey Lee Hickman Hunter

Listeners, welcome to our 50th episode with Samantha Flynn.  Yes you heard that correctly this is our episode number 50!!! Thank you listeners for being a part of the milestone episode!!! 
 
Samantha Flynn grew up in Pennsylvania but since the age of eight she has always been interested and felt a pull to move to Chicago.  After graduating from college then promptly completing grad school Sam moved halfway across the country to her dream city of Chicago.  Sam will share about her story of always feeling pulled to Chicago as well as putting her career in Public Relations as her top priorities.  You are for sure going to want to hear Samantha's story as she highlights her passions of Public Relations and Entrepreneurship.  
 
SAMANTHA FLYNN
Website juniprpublicrelations.com   
Instagram @sjoyflynn https://www.instagram.com/sjoyflynn/ 
Twitter sjflynn
Linked In linkedin.com/in/samanthaflynn
 
QUOTES
“Let me try things and sometimes it is easier to figure out what I don’t want to do and that is how finding what you want to do comes to place.” 7:20
“There is no elevator to the top, you have to start on the stairs.” 28:17
“I want to do smart work for nice people.” 43:55
“I was not afraid to say no to opportunities that did not serve me even in the very beginning because I knew what I wanted to move into.”  46:20
“I am doing what I have to do so I can do what I want to do.” 48:30
“Social has edited out a lot of work and progress.”
 
MYTHS
Entrepreneurship is for everyone
Work and life balance 
Women have to have it all
 
RESOURCES
What best served Sam is finding books about the specific PR area that she is interested
Public Relation Society of America
Find a local chapters to get involved to meet others and attend curriculum panels

“Networking is everything.”
Reach out to people you admire
Samantha finds the PR field to be very kind

 
 
PODCAST RECOMMENDATION 
 
A podcast that I have been catching up on this week is called the Barracks Podcast and it comes from my friend’s Amanda Keene and Kirsten Aho.  I enjoy their podcast because they are able to have authentic discussions about the church while at the same time having their genuine personalities shine through.  They just started their season four of the podcast where they are focusing on the question of: Is there a place for me?  Check out the Barracks podcast on all the major platforms and the link in the show notes! 
Podcast Link: 
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-barracks-podcast/id1448649834
 
 
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Music Credits:
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"Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)
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Welcome to our 49th episode with Dr. Robyn Graham.  Robyn grew up in a small town in Illinois.  She knew from a young age that she wanted to have a high-powered career that focused on serving others.  Throughout this conversation we will hear about all of the turns that Robyn’s career pivots have taken her.  You are for sure going to want to hear Robyn’s story as she highlights her passions of Business Coach, Podcaster and now Author.  
 
Dr. Robyn Graham
Website therobyngraham.com  
Podcast https://therobyngraham.com/podcast/ 
Linked In linkedin.com/in/therobyngraham
 
QUOTES
““Success equation is mindset plus strategy plus action is what equals results”
“Wanted to create the ripple effect of good in the world”
“Your thoughts create your results”
 
RESOURCES
The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks
Atomic Habits by James Clear
The War of Art
Impressions
Website therobyngraham.com  
Podcast https://therobyngraham.com/podcast/ 
 
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Music Credits:
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"Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)
License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
 

On our 48th episode we have Emily Aborn.  Emily was born and raised in New Hampshire and Maine.  She, her husband, her dog Clyde live in NH today.  She would consider her job to be her passion but when she pauses she enjoys curling up with a good book, last year she read 43 books. Emily has experience in several different fields such as working in restaurants, many chiropractic offices and even owning and running an organic mattress store.  Through all of her experiences we will see how most of them are linked together with a passion of hers, marketing.  All of her experiences have led her to where she is today being a content writer and owner/founder of She Built This.  You are for sure going to want to hear Emily’s story as she highlights her passions of content writing, cultivating community and entrepreneurship.  
 
EMILY ABORN
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/emilyaborn/ 
Website emilyaborn.com
Linkedin linkedin.com/in/emilyaborn
 
She Built This Insta https://www.instagram.com/shebuiltthisgroup/ 
She Built This Website https://www.shebuiltthis.org/ 
 
PODCAST RECOMMENDATION 
 
Hey Listeners!  Some of you may have heard a big part of my story on how I started this podcast.  During my day job I get to listen to podcasts all day long.  The ones I really enjoy are ones that encompass someone’s story and their passion(s).  Since I am an avid podcast listener I wanted to start sharing podcasts and podcast episodes that I have enjoyed and that I think you will enjoy as well.
 
One podcast that I am currently binging is The Dropout.  I had started listening to this pod when it first came out and I recently saw that it covers her trial which already happened.  Quick summary Elizabeth Holmes created Theranos, which was supposed to help blood testing be quick, cheaper and less painful. She was at one point deemed the youngest self-made female billionaire, but then she lost it.  I enjoy this podcast because of the in depth research and interviews that this podcast walks us through as it unpacks this story.  If you are interested in a gripping story of money, romance, tragedy and deception I highly recommend putting this in your podcast queue.
 
Podcast Link: 
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dropout/id1449500734 
 
 
QUOTES
“When someone says what do you really want to be doing? It gets hard and it gets scary because when you bump up against what you really what I think that when you are like can I even do this? Is this even really a thing?” 
“Let yourself experiment and fail.” 
“Every step of the journey is part of the bigger picture.” 
 
RESOURCES

Unfollow Your Passion: How to Create a Life that Matters to You By Terri Trespicio

Take time to get to know yourself
Becoming Journal by Michelle Obama
Best piece of advice can come from connecting/networking with other people and being open to meeting others

Claim the Stage: A Podcast About Public Speaking and Speaking Up with Angela Lussier


SPONSOR AD
 
This week in our sponsor spot is our guest’s new cafe, Cafe Calida.  Cafe Calida has been open for a solid two weeks!  Anton Adkins from our last episode and his wife Liset are the proud owners.  Happy Opening Month :)  They are located at 3455 W North ST in Chicago’s Humboldt Park neighborhood.  Their hours of operation are Monday to Friday 7am-2pm and Saturday-Sunday 8am-3pm.  On their menu are a variety of options from a classic drip or cafe con leche to a fancy matcha latte.  Or if they are not in need of caffeine they also have tea and hot chocolate options.  Additionally they source vegan donuts so you can have a tasty treat with your drink.  If you are in the Chicago area go check out Cafe Calida. 
 
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On our 47th episode we have guest Anton Adkins.  I met Anton years ago through my college friend Liset.  Anton is a proud Chicagoan from the west side.  I loved this conversation with Anton as he walks us through his story all the twists and all the turns as hones in on what exactly his passions and the different ways he is living them out.  You are for sure going to want to hear Anton’s story as he highlights his passions of community development and Christian development.  
  
Anton Adkins
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/cafecalida 
Order PickUp Orders https://order.spoton.com/so-cafe-calida-5540/chicago-il/612ea52924b4c42890945728 
Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/anton-adkins-1061aa177/  
 
Quotes
“Faith has been used to kinda ground us, something that gives us direction and purpose and it shines a light on the world around us.”
“A hero is nothing but a sandwich.”
“We all have a part”
“God will and can reveal who you are.  Just ask Him?”
“If you are on the side of right, time will tell that you are on the side of right.” 
“Be true to you, whoever you are be true to that.  That person that God made because He did not make a mistake.  There are some things that He might have to fine tune.”
“When will change come?” Sam Cook
“Christian development, be you. Be the person God has made you to be.  Community development, stay in it.  I may not see it now but it will come.”
 
SPONSOR AD
 
This week in our sponsor spot is our guest’s new cafe, Cafe Calida.  If you are listening to this podcast on the week that it is releases then this is the opening week for Liset and Anton Adkins grand opening of their new coffee shop, Cafe Calida.  They are located at 3455 W North ST in Chicago’s Humboldt Park neighborhood.  Their hours of operation are Monday to Friday 7am-2pm and Saturday-Sunday 8am-3pm.  On their menu are a variety of options from a classic drip or cafe con leche to a fancy matcha latte.  Or if they are not in need of caffeine they also have tea and hot chocolate options.  Additionally they source vegan donuts so you can have a tasty treat with your drink.  If you are in the Chicago area go check out Cafe Calida. 
 
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Music Credits:
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"Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)
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On our 46th episode we have Bella Caetano. Bella is originally from a small town in the midwest of Brazil.  In this episode she shares with her story going from owning a small shop to pursuing her dream of studying architecture and then daring to keep dreaming and going after her passion for designing quality jewelry.  You are for sure going to want to hear Bella’s story as she highlights her passions of Jewelry Designing, becoming an Entrepreneur and Empowering Women.  
  
Bella Caetano
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/bellinacaetano 
Website https://bellinacaetano.com/ 
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/bellacaetano/ 
 
Quotes
“Came to the United States with just me and my dream.”
“I really strongly believe that the brilliance of the jewelry comes from the women caring it”
“Social media fame might come overnight, making history you will need a few years.”
“It’s a lot of turns, it might look like a maze.”
“You really need to know and value the importance of a good presence. And it does not need to be anything fancy.  It needs to be put together well. Very well thought out.  And people will respect you.”
“If I make people think I have everything figured out then I am left with no one to help me.”
“It was when I was the most vulnerable that I grew the most.  Because I was no longer by myself I was with my community.”
“My most valuable asset is my story, it is priceless.”
Bella’s grandpa used to always remind her that, “You have one mouth and two ears for a reason.”
“Every woman has a story worth sharing.”
“Don’t be afraid of yourself, be gracefully bold.”
 
Recommendations
TV Show Genius on Hulu
 
SPONSOR AD
 
This week in our sponsor spot is our sponsor spot.  Let me explain, as we are launching into year three of the podcast we are looking for possible No Wrong Turns Pod sponsors.  If you are a business owner, facilitate a service, create a product, or are creative and are looking to expand your reach I would be honored
 if you would consider being a sponsor of the No Wrong Turns Pod.  We are looking to collaborate with new sponsors for our future episodes.  If you are interested in hearing more please email us at nowrongturnspod@gmail.com or DM us on our Instagram @nowrongturnspod.  
 
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Music Credits:
Wholesome Music from https://filmmusic.io
"Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)
License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
 

Welcome to our 45th episode with Katie Quesada.  Katie is a California native.  A fun fact about Katie is that she and her family got rid of 90% of their things and lived in an RV for several years.  During this episode Katie will walk us through how she basically created her current job of being a speaker, storyteller and coach for individuals and companies.  
 
Katie Quesada
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/katiequesada/ 
Website https://www.katiequesada.com/ 
Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-quesada/  
 
Show Notes & Quotes
“Do you know there is a Barnes & Noble of untold stories here in this room?” Dr. Thema Bryant Davis
Story Telling MythsYou have to be outgoing to be a good storytelling
When someone says that they do not have a story

“The greatest stories are told by those who lived them and those who listened to them.” Ira Glass
Good storytellers listen to good stories
“It is a choice you get to make in your life to live a better story” Katie Quesada
“Decide your [story] outcome and then work backwards.” Katie Quesada
“I think dinner tables are where all stories should be told first, it is our greatest rough draft.” Katie Quesada
 
Resources
Long Story Short: The Only Storytelling Guide You’ll Ever Need by Margot Leitman
Stories That Stick by Kindra Hall
Ted Talks about Storytelling
Donald Miller Story Brand
 
SPONSOR AD
This week in our sponsor spot is our blog. Los Cazadores de Chicago, which simply names the Hunters from Chicago.  In our blog we are working on highlighting different aspects of what life is like for us living here in Madrid.  We are sharing the highs and lows of what life is like, different places we have visited, restaurants we recommend and more!
Blog Link: https://loscazadoresdechicago.blogspot.com/ 
 
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Music Credits:
Wholesome Music from https://filmmusic.io
"Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)
License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)