Every Day Courage: Real Stories of Overcoming Fear and Finding Strength

"No Roadmap" with Actress, Producer and Podcaster Michelle Simone Miller

In this episode of Everyday Courage, hosts David Millstone and Stephan Dweck, along with producer Michelle Miller, reflect on the journey of the podcast, discussing the evolution of mentorship, the challenges faced in the acting industry, and the importance of integrity and courage in creative pursuits. They explore the dynamics of networking, the impact of celebrity, and the lessons learned from their audience, emphasizing the need for genuine connections and the courage to create one's own opportunities. In this episode, we discuss: * Courage is doing something despite fear. * Mentorship can evolve into community building. * The acting industry lacks a clear roadmap. * Creating your own opportunities is essential. * Networking is a crucial part of success. * Celebrity can overshadow talent in opportunities. * Integrity is vital in the creative business. * Fear is a common experience for creatives. * Courage can be misused in harmful ways. * Definitions matter in discussions about truth. Guest: Michelle Simone Miller is an actress, producer, and podcast host based in New York City. She has appeared in numerous film and television projects while also building a career behind the mic. Michelle is the creator and host of Mentors on the Mic, a popular podcast featuring candid conversations with entertainment industry leaders about how they built their careers. She also produces Everyday Courage, a podcast highlighting stories of resilience and personal growth. Michelle's Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/michellesimonemiller/?hl=en] Mentors on the Mic Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/mentorsonthemic/?hl=en] Mentors on the Mic Website [https://www.mentorsonthemic.com/]

"I Will Do it for Free" with Registered Nurse and BSN Pro Patient Advocate Prissi Cohen

In this episode of Every Day Courage, David Millstone and Stephan Dweck speak with Prissi Cohen, a patient advocate who shares her journey from nursing to becoming a medical advocate after her mother's misdiagnosis. The conversation explores themes of courage in the face of illness, the importance of effective communication in healthcare, and the complexities of navigating the medical system and insurance. Prissi emphasizes the need for patients to be empowered and educated about their rights, while also reflecting on her personal experiences with fear and loss. The episode concludes with insights on finding strength and resilience in challenging times. In this episode, we discuss: * Prissi Cohen's journey into patient advocacy began after her mother's misdiagnosis. * Courage being essential for patients facing life-threatening illnesses. * Patient advocacy requires understanding the medical system and insurance intricacies. * Effective communication between doctors and patients can significantly impact care. * Personal experiences with fear can enhance one's ability to empathize with others. * Loss can lead to a rediscovery of personal strength and courage. * Navigating the healthcare system can be overwhelming without proper guidance. * Insurance policies often complicate patient care and access to necessary treatments. * Empowering patients involves educating them about their rights and options. * Finding peace with uncertainty is a crucial aspect of dealing with illness. Guest: Prissi Cohen, RN, BSN, is a highly respected patient advocate and the founder of ProPatient Advocacy, based in Marina del Rey, California. With almost 30 years of experience in healthcare advocacy, Prissi specializes in guiding patients and their families through complex medical decisions, insurance challenges, and the often-confusing healthcare system. Her expertise includes medical advocacy, crisis intervention, and helping clients navigate everything from billing disputes to finding the right specialists and ensuring comprehensive care. Prissi is recognized for her compassionate, results-driven approach and her unwavering commitment to putting patients’ best interests first. Linkedin [https://www.linkedin.com/in/prissi/] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/prissi_cohen/] Twitter [https://x.com/prissiadvocate] Pro Patient Advocacy Website [http://www.propatientadvocacy.com/] ⁠⁠David Millstone's Instagram⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/davidmillstone/?hl=en] ⁠⁠Stephan Dweck's Wikipedia⁠⁠ [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stephan_Dweck] About the Producer: Michelle Simone Miller is an actress producer of Every Day Courage and host of the top-ranked podcast ⁠⁠Mentors on the Mic⁠⁠ [https://www.mentorsonthemic.com/], where she interviews entertainment industry professionals about how they got their start and built lasting careers. ⁠⁠Mentors on the Mic Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/mentorsonthemic/?hl=en]

"Just Trying to Get the Work In" with Actor, Screenwriter, and Exec. Director of The Inner Circle Arts Society Joachim Moore

David Millstone and Stephan Dweck sit with with actor, writer, and Executive Director Joachim Moore about the intersection of creativity, courage, and the representation of Black stories in cinema. They explore Moore's inspirations, including historical figures like James Baldwin, and discuss the challenges faced by Black artists in Hollywood. The dialogue delves into personal anecdotes, the importance of storytelling, and the need for diverse narratives in film and theater. Moore emphasizes the courage required to share his story and the stories of others, while also reflecting on his own journey as a creative artist. In this episode, we discuss: * Courage being essential for creativity, especially for Black artists. * How inspiration can come from unexpected places and people. * The importance of telling diverse stories in cinema. * Historical figures can serve as powerful sources of motivation. * Navigating Hollywood requires resilience and adaptability. * Personal experiences shape artistic expression. * The representation of Black stories in film is crucial. * Art can be a tool for social change and awareness. * Patience is necessary in the creative process. * Community and collaboration enhance artistic endeavors. Guest: Originally from Milwaukee, Wisconsin; JOACHIM MOORE is a multi-disciplinary artist, athlete and artistic director. He made the move to Hollywood from the Midwest in 2012, and has on the west coast ever since, working on his various art forms. With deep roots in theater, Joachim made the transition to film once he arrived which was the intention all along. This year is a bit of a break out year for Joachim, starring in two major productions set to hit major screens a little later this year. Aside from art, he enjoys the A's, (while they're in Sacramento) fishing and camping with his family. Social Media: Twitter: IMDb [https://www.imdb.com/name/nm13898562/] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/alilmooreart/] Website [https://www.joachimmoore.com/writing] Inner Circle Arts Society website [https://www.joachimmoore.com/writing] Inner Circle Arts Society Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/theinnercasociety/] ⁠⁠David Millstone's Instagram⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/davidmillstone/?hl=en] ⁠⁠Stephan Dweck's Wikipedia⁠⁠ [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stephan_Dweck] About the Producer: Michelle Simone Miller is an actress producer of Every Day Courage and host of the top-ranked podcast ⁠⁠Mentors on the Mic⁠⁠ [https://www.mentorsonthemic.com/], where she interviews entertainment industry professionals about how they got their start and built lasting careers. Mentors on the Mic Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/mentorsonthemic/?hl=en]

"A Prayer for Our Enemies" with Executive Director of republicEn.org and former Congressman Bob Inglis

In this episode, David Millstone and Stephan Dweck speak with Bob Inglis, a former GOP congressman turned climate change activist, about the intersection of conservatism and climate action. They discuss the challenges of communicating climate change to conservative audiences, the importance of political courage, and the role of personal experiences and faith in shaping one's views on environmental issues. Inglis emphasizes the need for a new language around climate change that resonates with conservative values and the potential for optimism in addressing these challenges. The conversation also touches on the current state of the GOP and the importance of leadership in political discourse. In this episode, we discuss: * Bob Inglis emphasizes the importance of political courage in Congress. * How the language of climate change needs to be accessible to conservatives. * Personal experiences, especially family influences, can shift perspectives on climate change. * Faith plays a significant role in Inglis's approach to climate activism. * Optimism is crucial in climate messaging to engage conservatives. * Inglis's organization, RepublicEN, aims to present climate solutions in a conservative framework. * The GOP is not monolithic; many Republicans care about climate change. * Effective communication requires understanding the audience's values and concerns. * Courage in politics often means risking one's position for the greater good. * The founding fathers anticipated challenges to democracy and prepared for them. Guest: BOB INGLIS is the Executive Director of republicEn.org. He was elected to the U.S. Congress in 1992, having never run for office before. He represented Greenville-Spartanburg, South Carolina, from 1993-1998, unsuccessfully challenged U.S. Senator Fritz Hollings in 1998, and then returned to the practice of commercial real estate law in Greenville, S.C. In 2004, he was re-elected to Congress and served until losing re-election in the South Carolina Republican primary of 2010. In 2011, Inglis went full-time into promoting free enterprise action on climate change and launched the Energy and Enterprise Initiative (“E&EI”) at George Mason University in July 2012. In the fall of 2014, E&EI rebranded to become republicEn.org [http://www.republicen.org/]. For his work on climate change, Inglis was given the 2015 John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Award [http://www.jfklibrary.org/About-Us/News-and-Press/Press-Releases/2015-Profile-in-Courage-Announcement.aspx]. He appears in the film Merchants of Doubt [https://www.merchantsofdoubt.org/] and in the Showtime series YEARS of Living Dangerously [http://yearsoflivingdangerously.com/] (episodes 3 and 4), and he’s spoken at TEDxBeaconStreet and TEDxJacksonville. Inglis served as a Resident Fellow at Harvard University’s Institute of Politics in 2011, a Visiting Energy Fellow at Duke University’s Nicholas School of the Environment in 2012, and Resident Fellow at the University of Chicago’s Institute of Politics in 2014. Inglis grew up in the Lowcountry of South Carolina, went to Duke University for college, met and married his college sweetheart, graduated from the University of Virginia School of Law and practiced commercial real estate law in Greenville, S.C., before and between his years in Congress.  Bob and Mary Anne Inglis have five children (a son and four daughters). They live on a small farm in northern Greenville County, South Carolina. Wikipedia [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bob_Inglis] rupublicEn Website [https://republicen.org/bob] ⁠⁠David Millstone's Instagram⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/davidmillstone/?hl=en] ⁠⁠Stephan Dweck's Wikipedia⁠⁠ [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stephan_Dweck] About the Producer: Michelle Simone Miller is an actress producer of Every Day Courage and host of the top-ranked podcast ⁠⁠Mentors on the Mic⁠⁠ [https://www.mentorsonthemic.com/], where she interviews entertainment industry professionals about how they got their start and built lasting careers. Mentors on the Mic Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/mentorsonthemic/?hl=en]

"A Few Minutes to Regulate" with School Psychologist and Mother Jaclyn Carlo

Jaclyn Carlo discusses her perceptions of courage, personal growth, and the challenges of balancing family and career. She reflects on her life stages, the impact of relationships, and the importance of mindfulness and self-care. The discussion also touches on the systemic issues in education and mental health, emphasizing the need for support systems and the courage to ask for help. Jaclyn shares her experiences with societal pressures and the significance of being present in her life and the lives of her children. In this episode, we discuss: * How courage can be defined in personal terms, often relating to living authentically. * Self-perception can hinder recognition of one's own courage. * Relationships significantly impact self-identity and personal growth. * Mindfulness practices that can help in managing anxiety and self-doubt. * Asking for help is a crucial part of self-care and personal growth. * Women often feel pressured to have everything figured out before starting. * Support systems in education are vital for student success. * Systemic issues in education can affect mental health and learning. * Coping with societal pressures requires community support and resilience. * Personal experiences shape our understanding of courage and self-worth. Guest: Jaclyn Carlo is a School Psychologist with nearly 20 years of experience supporting students in both traditional and alternative school settings. Originally from Long Island, she’s lived in New York City since 1999 and holds degrees from New York University and Queens College. She’s also a certified yoga teacher who brings mindfulness, meditation, and movement into her work with students. Jaclyn is a proud mother of two young daughters, attempting to navigate a recent separation with intention and kindness. She’s focused on creating balance, rediscovering joy, and staying present—for herself and her family. ⁠LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaclyn-carlo-5301551/] About the Producer: Michelle Simone Miller is an actress producer of Every Day Courage and host of the top-ranked podcast ⁠⁠⁠Mentors on the Mic⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.mentorsonthemic.com/], where she interviews entertainment industry professionals about how they got their start and built lasting careers. ⁠Mentors on the Mic Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/mentorsonthemic/?hl=en]