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Important Note: This program has been retired and new episodes are no longer being produced.

The Spark is a guide to living your best life. Created out of a desire to help people, each week we'll delve into interesting topics in the fields of psychology, health and wellness, motivation, and other concepts to give you tools to help spark new ideas and create a more fulfilling life.

Part of the Loudspeaker family of podcasts. Hear new episodes first on Wednesday nights at 9pm ET/7pm MT on the Loudspeaker One live stream at https://www.loudspeaker.org or get our free mobile app.

The Spark With Stephanie James The Loudspeaker Family

    • Society & Culture
    • 5.0 • 20 Ratings

Important Note: This program has been retired and new episodes are no longer being produced.

The Spark is a guide to living your best life. Created out of a desire to help people, each week we'll delve into interesting topics in the fields of psychology, health and wellness, motivation, and other concepts to give you tools to help spark new ideas and create a more fulfilling life.

Part of the Loudspeaker family of podcasts. Hear new episodes first on Wednesday nights at 9pm ET/7pm MT on the Loudspeaker One live stream at https://www.loudspeaker.org or get our free mobile app.

    From Corporate to Conscious with Suzanne Ross

    From Corporate to Conscious with Suzanne Ross

    Most of us would never think of leaving a thriving six figure career...but what if we found out that our true happiness and bigger calling had nothing to do with money at all? Join me for an inspirational interview with author, podcaster, and wellness expert Suzanne Ross. She shares her transformational journey from the corporate world to richer life full of meaning and service.
    Note: Tonight's broadcast of The Spark with Stephanie James will be the final broadcast of the program on the Loudspeaker network. On behalf of the entire Loudspeaker family, we'd like to express our deep gratitude to Stephanie for her tireless dedication to the show and for taking a chance on our fledgling network by being our first original production. We wish her all the success in the world.
    We have a number of other fantastic stories, so we hope that you'll continue to follow us at loudspeaker.fm and on social media @heyloudspeaker. Whether you're new or you've been with us since the beginning, thank you for listening.

    • 34 min
    What Matters Most with Paul Samuel Dolman

    What Matters Most with Paul Samuel Dolman

    What matters most to you? How do you find meaning in your life? Best-selling author, Hollywood film producer, and podcaster Paul Samuel Doleman shares with us several secrets to how to live a meaningful life that truly matters. Candid, funny and always poignant, Paul delivers an important message about showing up and living a beautiful life.
    Connect with Paul:
    https://www.paulsamueldolman.com/
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    Hosted by Stephanie James. Produced by Chris Lanphear for Loudspeaker.
    Hear more great podcasts at https://www.loudspeaker.fm
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    • 49 min
    Igniting Your Dreams with Stephanie and Morgan

    Igniting Your Dreams with Stephanie and Morgan

    Do you still allow yourself to dream about what you really want to have in your life, or do you feel over-burdened by life and circumstances? Either way, this episode is for you! Join me and Dr. Morgan Oaks for a unique and inspiring conversation about how we can all ignite our dreams and live a more fulfilling and fabulous life!
    Dr. Morgan Oaks is a transformational speaker, coach, and healer who empowers the conscious cultivation of body, mind, and spirit through the process of deep listening and courageously inspired action.
    Connect with Morgan:
    https://www.drmorganoaks.com/
    Stephanie James, besides being the host of The Spark, is a transformational life coach, speaker, psychotherapist, and author of the book, The Spark: Igniting Your Best Life.
    https://www.stephaniejames.world/
    https://www.amazon.com/Spark-Igniting-Your-Best-Life-ebook/dp/B07X8L2YBB
    Like what we do? Support us on Patreon:
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    Hosted by Stephanie James. Produced by Chris Lanphear for Loudspeaker.
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    • 52 min
    The New Language of Love with Mari Frank

    The New Language of Love with Mari Frank

    Love is in the air! As we begin this month of love in February, what a perfect way to start with amazing love advice from someone who has worked with couples for decades and understands the language of love in her professional and personal life as well.
    Mari Frank is an attorney, mediator, professor, professional speaker/trainer, author, radio talk show host and media commentator who has had an outstanding career. On this episode, Mari shares the essential tools needed for a thriving relationship and we discuss her latest book, Fighting for Love: Turn Conflict into Intimacy.
    Connect with Mari:
    http://www.marifrank.com/https://www.conflicthealing.com/radio-show/

    • 49 min
    Unbound with Sarah Edmondson (Part 2)

    Unbound with Sarah Edmondson (Part 2)

    This episode contains material that may be sensitive for some listeners. Listener discretion is advised.
    Tonight, our incredible conversation with author, activist, and whistleblower Sarah Edmondson continues on The Spark. Sarah details her awakening from within the NXIVM cult that began with reconciling what she thought about the organization with the disturbing things she was witnessing, and how she bandied a group of friends together to take the organization down. We also hear from Sarah's husband Anthony "Nippy" Ames and gain some of his perspective about their powerful experience.
    Hear part one of our conversation:
    https://www.loudspeaker.org/programs/the-spark-with-stephanie-james/episodes/unbound-with-sarah-edmondson-part-1
    Check out Sarah's book Scarred: The True Story of How I Escaped NXIVM, the Cult That Bound My Life, available now on Audible. Audible is offering a free audiobook and a free 30-day trial of their amazing service. Choose any book you want and cancel at anytime. The book is yours to keep no matter what. Learn more at http://audibletrial.com/thespark.
    Connect with Sarah:
    https://www.sarahedmondson.com/
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    Hosted by Stephanie James. Produced by Chris Lanphear for Loudspeaker.
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    • 43 min
    Unbound with Sarah Edmondson (Part 1)

    Unbound with Sarah Edmondson (Part 1)

    This episode contains material that may be sensitive for some listeners. Listener discretion is advised.
    What would you do if you found out that a cause you had devoted a decade of your life to wasn't what you thought it was? What if you found yourself embroiled in a sinister cult that bound itself to your life?
    I'm joined by Sarah Edmondson (subject of the new HBO series The Vow) and tonight, we travel through her experience with the NXIVM cult. It’s a powerful episode that discusses how Sarah was manipulated and bound into a sex cult by sociopath Keith Raniere and his followers.
    We discuss the scars that were left in Sarah, literally from being branded and the emotional scars that she has begun to heal in her life. Strong and resilient, Sarah was the whistleblower who help put Keith Raniere under investigation, and ultimately, a prison cell currently serving 120 years. See how Sarah continues to find the sparks in herself and helps others to recognize and leave cult groups. All this and more, this week on The Spark with Stephanie James.
    Check out Sarah's book Scarred: The True Story of How I Escaped NXIVM, the Cult That Bound My Life, available now on Audible. Audible is offering a free audiobook and a free 30-day trial of their amazing service. Choose any book you want and cancel at anytime. The book is yours to keep no matter what. Learn more at http://audibletrial.com/thespark.
    Hear part two of our conversation:
    https://www.loudspeaker.org/programs/the-spark-with-stephanie-james/episodes/unbound-with-sarah-edmondson-part-2
    Connect with Sarah:
    https://www.sarahedmondson.com/
    Like what we do? Support us on Patreon:
    https://www.patreon.com/heyloudspeaker
    Hosted by Stephanie James. Produced by Chris Lanphear for Loudspeaker.
    Hear more great podcasts at https://www.loudspeaker.fm
    Follow the show:
    https://www.thesparkpod.comhttps://www.facebook.com/thesparkpodhttps://www.instagram.com/stephaniethespark/
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    • 56 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
20 Ratings

20 Ratings

Bev#T ,

Just listen

Stephani has a knack for facilitating a space that educates her audiences. I love the work she has done to bring great guests to us for our benefit as listeners. This podcast has helped my life improve. ❤️

HHanes ,

Great Self Help

Even as a college student, all of Stephanie’s interviews pertain to my life. Through her interviews and wise words, she’s gives me tools that I am able to use in my day-to-day life. Stephanie is a strong light in this world and is doing so much to help others. I would and do recommend this podcast to everyone I know.

Cin Sarai ,

Engaging funny smart conversations!

Stephanie has fantastic conversations with some amazing people. Great for listening, great for life!

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