For most of your life, someone told you what came next. Finish school. Make the team. Graduate. Get the job. Then suddenly, you’re expected to know how to lead, communicate, handle pressure, plan your future, and figure out who you want to become. Maybe you’re not behind. Maybe nobody taught…
The sunrise never rushes, yet it always arrives right on time. Maybe that's today's reminder. Healing takes time. Growth takes time. But light always finds its way back. At Positive Talk Radio, we believe stories have the power to inspire hope and change lives. Need similar inspirational video edits for…
Discover the powerful story behind Dear Universe, I Get It Now, the award-winning memoir by Ally Berthiaume. Through deeply personal experiences, Ally explores healing, resilience, self-discovery, and the unexpected lessons that life brings. Her honest reflections remind readers that even life's most difficult moments can become turning points for growth,…
“If you don’t know who to call for help, call me.” Less than two years ago, Kenny was the person who didn’t know who to call. He eventually raised his hand, found the right help, and walked into a new chapter with a mission: Become the person he once needed.…
What if your darkest season is actually preparing you for your greatest growth? In this inspiring Point to Ponder from Positive Talk Radio, discover the powerful lesson of a tiny seed buried in darkness. Just like the seed grows unseen before it blooms, your struggles may be building the strength,…
Are you feeling trapped in a job that no longer fulfills you? Career strategist Stephen Moss shares why taking ownership of your career is one of the most important decisions you'll ever make. Sometimes the bravest step isn't quitting. It's creating the space to rediscover what you're truly meant to…
What if the secret to growth is simply refusing to give up? In this inspiring conversation from Positive Talk Radio, Peter Kenney reminds us that personal growth is a lifelong journey. No matter where you are in life, there's always something new to learn, and every setback is another opportunity…
What if the life you're searching for begins by coming back to yourself? In this inspiring clip from Positive Talk Radio, Daniel shares a powerful message about authenticity, purpose, and self-discovery. Be inspired by others, but don't live someone else's journey. The greatest fulfillment comes from embracing your own path…
Elke Scholz believes managing anxiety does not have to be complicated. Meaningful change can begin with simple, creative tools that people can use in everyday life. A registered Psychotherapist, internationally registered Expressive Arts Consultant and Educator, and internationally certified EMDR Therapist, Elke has spent more than 30 years helping people…
Patricia Knight Meyer believes every person deserves access to the truth of their own identity, and no one should have to spend decades proving who they are. An author, speaker, and adoption reform advocate, Patricia was handed over as an infant along a Texas hospital curb in 1970 without an…
William Cowan believes a successful career is not simply defined by the positions you hold, but by how deliberately you navigate change, make consequential decisions, and continue creating value throughout your professional life. With more than 30 years of experience in senior management and executive advisory roles, William has built…
Kenny Stoddart had spent his life proving he could do difficult things. From The Citadel and the Summerall Guards to extreme endurance challenges, his mindset was always simple: set the goal, then finish it. But at 48, after years of chasing the next achievement, Kenny found himself in recovery. Then…
Alyssa “Ally” Berthiaume believes the most powerful memoirs do more than document what happened. They uncover the meaning within the experience and create something another person can carry into their own life. Known as The Memoir Coach, Ally helps courageous people write the memoir they wish they had while navigating…
Dr. Maria Nemeth believes meaningful success is not simply about knowing what to do. It is about learning how to direct your energy toward what matters and turn your intentions into meaningful action. A Master Certified Coach, transformational seminar leader, author, and lifelong advocate for social change, Maria has spent…
Angel Willard believes the hardest chapters of our lives do not have to become the final ones. Sometimes rebuilding begins with the courage to face what happened, take responsibility for what comes next, and fight your way back to yourself. An author, mother, survivor, and advocate from a small town…
Courtney Freeman believes success means very little if the life you have built no longer feels like your own. For much of her life, Courtney understood how to be capable, responsible, and reliable. But beneath those qualities, she began recognizing something deeper: even highly functioning and self-aware people can become…
Kenneth Markowitz believes recovery can become more than a way out of addiction. It can become the beginning of an entirely new way to use your experience, knowledge, and life in service of others. An addiction recovery coach and former pediatrician, Kenneth works with people navigating chemical and behavioral addictions.…
Cindy Waddle and Carl Merrell believe the right words, offered at the right moment, can remind someone that they are seen, supported, and not alone. Together, Cindy and Carl are behind Dezire to Inspire, a collection of thoughtfully created cards designed to offer strength, comfort, encouragement, and meaningful connection during…
Susannah Robbins believes anxiety does not have to control the way you think, feel, or move through your life. A Certified Master Hypnotist, IEMT Practitioner, author, and founder of MindShift Potentials, Susannah helps people struggling with chronic anxious thoughts, overthinking, fear, and self-doubt develop a greater sense of calm, confidence,…
Positive Talk Radio is more than a show. It’s a movement of hope, healing, and purpose. 🎙️ Hosted by Kevin McDonald, we bring you real stories from real people who turned pain into power, fear into faith, and dreams into reality. From bestselling authors and visionaries to everyday heroes, each…
Your sport is part of your story. It shouldn’t become your entire identity. Kenny thought hockey defined him until his playing career ended at 17. That’s why preparing young athletes for when the helmet comes off matters just as much as preparing them for the next game. Give them tools…
What if changing your mind isn't failure, but growth? Melissa Martineau Alexander shares a powerful perspective on goal setting, personal growth, resilience, and success. She explains why walking away from a goal that no longer aligns with your purpose doesn't mean you've lost your drive. Sometimes the greatest act of…
What if the goal of co-parenting wasn't to win the argument... but to protect your child? In this insightful conversation from Positive Talk Radio, Amy Armstrong explains why successful co-parenting isn't about convincing the other parent to agree with you. It's about understanding each other's perspectives, communicating with respect, and…
From the outside, it looked like extraordinary career success. Kenny Stoddart recalls traveling across Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Peru, Colombia, and Mexico while working at the highest levels of the internet security industry. The photos and stories looked incredible, but they did not show the pressure behind the scenes. High-stakes transactions,…