The Spark 077: The Financial Freedom Act with Scott Smith

Free healthcare, free college, and no income tax. What would America be like if those things were true? Entrepreneur, author, and an early pioneer in…

What if there was a direct way you could change your negative emotions and behaviors and develop a sense of calm and well-being instead? In…

What the Bleep Do We Know? In 2004, it was the movie that introduced the mainstream to quantum physics and expanded our view of reality.…

Sometimes some of the greatest tragedies we face, become our biggest lessons and change us in amazing and beautiful ways we never imagined possible. Author,…

The Fountain of Youth. Many people have searched for it and our media has perpetuated it as the holy grail to happiness. But what if…

Free Trip to Egypt. This is what creator and producer Tarek Mounib offered to hundreds of Americans across the country.  What resulted was an amazing journey…

There is an amazing way to take care of yourself and recharge your batteries that you may not have heard of. Yin yoga is an…

Living full out. How many of us can say we really live life this way and what does it really mean? Our guest this week…

Change your prayer, change your life. That's the clear and powerful message from author, speaker, and successful entrepreneur, Sam Beasley in his new book with…

In today's political race of mudslinging and defamation, it is hard to imagine any other way a candidate might campaign. We are used to seeing…

What is The Honeymoon Effect? Many of us know that initial phase in relationships where it can feel like heaven on earth. But what if…

We have the power to change our lives... and the surprising news is that the key to make this change is not outside of us,…

There are many examples of how to live our best lives. The Bhagvad Gita provides one of these paths discussing some of the most profound issues…

From her Cherokee upbringing and Japanese and Irish roots comes the beautiful and important voice of Madi Sato. 15 years as a professional singer and…

You have more healing power in your body than you cam imagine. What if rituals were one of the keys to unlocking our ability to…

There is a distinct rhythm to our soul and a powerful thing happening when we connect with other people and find a collective beat that…

Let’s talk about sex: the good, the bad, and the ugly – and how we can experience more intimacy and more fulfilling sex in our…

Want to change your life and add more positivity to your day? Author, consultant, and facilitator Gabriela Masala offers a fast track to an embodied…

Making his mark in the podcast world, Jared Easley is a true entrepreneur who created a podcast event platform that attracts podcasters from around the…

This week on The Spark, as part of our celebration of welcoming new sister show Feminist Hotdog to the NoCo FM family, Stephanie chats with…

So, you want to change the world? Stephan A. Schwartz, a social change agent and internationally known researcher in the field of extraordinary human functioning,…

Music can transport us to amazing places... It soothes our souls, lifts our spirits, and can speak to us in ways when sometimes mere words fall…

What if you could unlock the doors to self healing and open up a pathway to more happiness, health, and well-being?Author, speaker and healing coach…

The smell of good coffee, friendly conversation, and the sense of community: these are all elements that went into McCabe Callahan's vision for Mugs Coffee…

In the river of life we face many obstacles and challenges. Irene O'Garden's wilderness raft adventure actually put her face-to-face with real-life danger and difficulties…

There is something amazing happening in our world right now. It is the combined wisdom of science, psychology, and spirituality which are all intertwining to…

Loving yourself isn't an easy task, and choosing ourselves first can seem even more counter-intuitive. This week on The Spark, Forbes contributing writer Joresa Blount…

The journey to empowerment often takes us on unexpected paths. Veronica Monet's story is one most of us can't even imagine. Born to a religious…

We have all heard the term, "Children are our future," but what kind of future are we providing for them? Phillip Moore, former director of…

Just a spoon full of humor makes our anxiety go down.  Laughter decreases stress hormones and increases immune cells and infection-fighting antibodies and triggers the release of endorphins,…

We started NoCo FM with one original show: The Spark With Stephanie James. From that, we've grown into a full network with seven original shows…

Creating a life with more joy, personal power, and a deep sense of purpose.  These are the elements that my guest Becca Lynn Johnson has…

Turn on the news. Full of fear mongering, the disaster of the day, or what is wrong in our world, it can leave even the…

In our current state of the world, we all need support, connection, and understanding more than ever. As women, when we show up for each…

Longevity and accessing the fountain of youth. How many of us are wanting to discover the keys that unlock the doors to these states? Join…

As we reflect on the new year, we often search for what brings meaning to our lives. Emily Rapp Black, New York Times bestselling author…

As we approach the winter solstice, it signifies more light coming into the world. In my interview with Dr. Jacob Israel Liberman, he teaches us…

Yoga has long been considered a healing art, but when interwoven with the twelve steps of recovery, it can truly become a transformational process which…

Ever have a dream come true? Something that you truly wished for, that when it came to fruition felt like a miracle? Cindy Sarai has…

It has been said that dogs are man's best friend, but how deep does that connection go? In a thought provoking interview with Elena Mannes,…

What if you could think out of the box and take your life to whole new level?  Many of us settle for an average, "normal"…

It's not often in life that we get to meet our heroes. David Burns has professionally been one of mine and during his career, he…

In a world where the #MeToo movement has made such a huge impact, more and more people are becoming aware of the importance of embracing the…

We all want to shoot for our dreams and live purpose-filled lives.But what limits us? Is it our physical limitations, environmental circumstances, or our limited…

When we are deep in the rabbit hole it is hard to see the light of day. The same is true for depression.  It can…

A new era in our world is evolving. What will usher in this new era is an emerging belief system that combines science and spirituality…

A warm embrace, a knowing glance, and intentionally spoken kind words... These are the simple, but often forgotten ingredients of creating lasting love.This week our…

Transformation. We all have times in our lives where we seek the ability to make the changes necessary to lead a happier, more fulfilling life. …

It's back-to-school season, so in the spirit of this time of renewal, we invite you to learn about the host, the woman, the healer, as…

Heroes come in all shapes and sizes. This one happens to come in size XXXL with a heart to match.Join us as we talk to…

We all have stress in our lives. Often times we try to seek relief from our stress through outside means which aren't necessarily healthy for…

On this episode, we look back on one of our favorite early episodes in our conversation with Dr. Mark Benn, Psy.D. Dr. Benn is a…

Chase your dream. Discover your potential. Transform your life. These are the inspirational words that grace the cover of Amy Charity's book, "The Wrong Side…

We all want to experience greater happiness, peace, and well-being in our lives and we all want to find deeper meaning and purpose for our…

How do we say “I’m sorry?” A true apology goes beyond words and includes our behavior, and our ability to express empathy and connect with…

How can we be our best selves and harness our best potential? How do we focus on what's right with us instead of what's wrong?Lynn M. Owens,…

What if you could dramatically change the way you feel and have a life changing breakthrough in only two hours or less?Dr. David Burns' new…

Molly Bloom is an exceptional woman who grew up in an extrordinary family in Loveland, Colorado. Her parents both had successful professional careers; one of…

The road we set out on in not always the one that will lead us to our greatest destiny.Travel along with us as we talk…

Rewiring our brains for more peace, happiness, and satisfaction. Sounds like the stuff of a great science fiction novel. The truth is this is all…

How we take care of ourselves will determine our health, our longevity and the quality of our lives.  What if you could tap into the…

“Relationships are difficult,” begins Dr. Stan Tatkin in his 2016 TED Talk. However, as you will see… they are not impossible; in fact, being in…

We have amazing power within us.  We actually have the power to change our thoughts, and in doing so, can change our feelings, our actions,…

Sometimes you can't fit all of the stories that you'd like to include within the constraints of a one hour radio show. So now we're…

Think about spending 13 years in prison. Most of us can't even imagine 13 minutes there. On this episode of The Spark, I speak with Weldon…

Warm, Giving, and Kind. Are these the terms that come to mind when you think of a serial entrepreneur? They definitely are for me after my…

Too often our sexuality has been kept under the covers and in the dark. We are all sexual beings and having a healthy sense of…

Music moves us mind body and soul. But did you know music can actually change our brains and enhance our lives? Resent research with children…

How do you define trauma? It isn’t just car crashes, natural disasters, or unexpected loss of a loved one. Actually, trauma can be experienced when…

Did you know that resiliency is something you can actually grow? There are certain ingredients that go into planting and cultivating a thriving garden. We…

You never know who's smiling at you from across the counter. Chris Hammes works at Mugs coffee shop in downtown Fort Collins, Colorado. Most mornings…

What do you think of when you think of the term "serial entrepreneur?" Wealth? Power? Jet setting around the globe? Justin Morales, serial entrepreneur answers…

We get perspectives from both sides of the mental illness spectrum. First, we talk with Dr. James Kagan, MD, a psychaitrist with over 40 years…

We talk with C.J. Ortiz, The Metal Motivator. C.J. takes an unconventional, edgy approach to motivation, which is that "whatever you do in life, don't…

Alexa Johnson was just 19 years old when she was driving on the interstate late at night and had a tragic accident. Alexa was not…

On this episode, we talk with Dr. Mark Benn, Psy.D. Dr. Benn is a licensed psychologist and recently retired adjunct professor at Colorado State University, diversity…

For this debut edition of The Spark, host Stephanie James is joined in studio by Dr. Larry Bloom, a clinical psychologist, professor emeritus at Colorado…