Sometimes the Dream Begins in the Collapse

Sometimes the Dream Begins in the Collapse

Episode 50 | One Year of Call Cut & The Story Behind Keep Shining This week's episode is especially meaningful. Not only are we celebrating the 50th episode of Call Cut with Angélique, we're also celebrating the one-year anniversary of the podcast and the release of my very first book, Keep Shining: A Journey from Dark to Light. Rather than simply talking about the book, I wanted to share the journey that led to it. For years, it felt as though life was asking me one question over and over again: "What are you going to do now?" After losing nearly everything, rebuilding my career from the ground up, navigating rejection, rediscovering my purpose, and learning to embrace what I call the Sacred Ordinary, I discovered that our greatest breakthroughs rarely arrive the way we expect. In this episode, I share the lessons that carried me through the darkest seasons of my life, why dreams often take longer than we imagine, how the heart quietly guides us back to our true path, and why your greatest work may already be waiting inside you. If you've ever questioned your purpose, wondered whether your dream is still possible, or needed a reminder to keep going, this episode is for you. In this episode: • The story behind Keep Shining • Why life's setbacks aren't the end of your story • The power of the Sacred Ordinary • Following the Intelligent Heart • Navigating seasons of uncertainty • Why persistence matters more than perfection • The mindset that carried me through eight years of rebuilding Thank you for being part of this incredible first year. Whether you've been here since Episode 1 or you've just discovered the podcast, I'm so grateful you're here. Because no matter where you are on your journey... Always keep shining.

Entrepreneur Brian Esposito on Success, Purpose & Breaking Generational Cycles

What does success really look like? In this deeply personal and inspiring conversation, I sit down with entrepreneur, investor, and CEO Brian Esposito to talk about far more than business. We dive into entrepreneurship, toxic relationships, family wounds, personal accountability, and the courage it takes to break generational cycles. Brian shares his incredible journey of building more than 115 companies across 25 industries, but also opens up about the painful lessons that shaped him, from difficult family dynamics to learning how to protect his energy and surround himself with the right people. In this episode, we discuss: ✨ Why success isn't as glamorous as people think ✨ The importance of cutting toxic people out of your life ✨ How to stop repeating unhealthy patterns ✨ Why accountability is empowering, not limiting ✨ Building businesses with purpose and impact ✨ The difference between chasing success and living with meaning ✨ How to protect your energy and create healthier relationships This is an honest conversation about healing, resilience, and becoming the person you were always meant to be. Connect with Brian Esposito: Instagram, LinkedIn & X: @BrianEsposito If this episode resonates with you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who needs to hear it. And remember, no matter what life gives you, Keep Shining. ⭐

Intuition vs. Insecurity: How to Call Cut on Energy Vampires

Ever felt a nagging sensation that a friend or coworker wasn't actually pulling for you, only to brush it off because they were "so nice"? In this deep-dive episode of Call Cut with Angélique, we are pulling back the curtain on the subtle, dangerous dynamics of the workplace narcissist, the "Queen Bee," and the terrifyingly deceptive covert narcissist. Angélique breaks down why we get sucked into these toxic dynamics (hello, family patterns!), the physical toll energy vampires take on our bodies, and the crucial difference between your insecurity and your intuition. Learn how to spot love-bombing, recognize when your light is being siphoned, and implement practical somatic and spiritual shielding techniques to protect your life force energy. It's time to stop tolerating toxic behavior under the guise of "tribalism" or "family." Tune in to learn how to clear out the gray matter, trust your gut, and Call Cut on the people who are vexatious to your spirit so you can make room for your true soul family. In this episode, you'll learn: * The difference between clinical narcissism, narcissistic tendencies, and inherent selfishness. * How to distinguish between your intuition (which never lets up) and your insecurity (which goes away when flattered). * The trap of the "Queen Bee" and her identity-less minions. * Why "keeping your enemies close" is a toxic trap, and the difference between proximity and access. * Step-by-step grounding and visualization techniques to protect your aura in real-time. New episodes of Call Cut with Angélique drop every Friday. If you love this episode, make sure to subscribe, rate, and share it with a friend who needs to protect their light!

The Spiritual Stuntman: From World Records to New Earth with Curtis Rivers

What does it take to go from a geeky kid with a dream to a Hollywood stuntman with two Guinness World Records and then walk away from it all to follow your soul? Curtis Rivers did exactly that, and his story will leave you inspired, reflective, and ready to choose a bigger life. Curtis shares the incredible story of his journey from writing letters to TV companies at age 10 (tongue out, pen in hand), to working alongside Pierce Brosnan in Tomorrow Never Dies, breaking the world record for the longest duration parachute jump (45 minutes over the Andalusian mountains), and setting the world record for the highest bungee jump from a hot air balloon—at 15,200 feet. But it's what happened next that makes Curtis truly extraordinary. At the height of a successful career, he walked away— inspired by a single school talk that changed a student's life—to become a holistic life coach, soul guide, speaker, and award-winning author helping heart-centered professionals find their purpose, their path, and their freedom. In this episode, Angélique and Curtis explore: * The tenacity born from being told "you'll never amount to anything." * How planting seeds in your subconscious as a child shapes your destiny. * Why the film industry's dark energy finally pushed Curtis to pivot. * The sacred masculine and feminine — and why balance is everything. * Protecting your heart chakra in a world designed to bring it down. * Choosing your timeline and refusing to participate in fear narratives. * Why Curtis is now the stunt performer for Dumbledore in the new Harry Potter. This one is a soul conversation, friends. You're going to love it. Remember to like, subscribe, and share with a friend who needs a reminder to keep shining! Connect with Curtis: * Website: curtisrivers.com [https://www.curtisrivers.com] * Free Alignment Tool: alignmentcompass.com [https://www.alignmentcompass.com]

Communication, Connection & Finding Purpose in the Dark with Tia Cristy

What if the dark isn't something to escape but somewhere to learn? In this episode of Call Cut with Angélique, I sit down with global communications expert, TEDx speaker, and former national radio personality Tia Cristy for a conversation that goes way beyond mic technique. We talk about: → How losing her radio career during the pandemic led to her biggest breakthrough → Why 86% of people fear public speaking and what to do about it → The real difference between fame and visibility (and why it matters) → How to communicate with your kids, your partner, and your team in a way that actually lands → Why the easy thing you've been overlooking might be your greatest gift → The lighthouse metaphor that will change how you think about relationships Tia believes your authentic voice is your most powerful leadership asset and this conversation is proof of that. Whether you're navigating a career pivot, rebuilding after loss, or just trying to communicate better in your everyday life, this one is for you. 🎙️ New episodes of Call Cut with Angelique drop every Friday. 🔗 Connect with Tia: tipsfromtia.com | LinkedIn: Tia Cristy