Crafting a Spark-Filled Life with Dr. Larry Bloom
Episode 001
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February 7, 2018
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…
From Prejudice to Understanding with Dr. Mark Benn
Episode 002
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February 14, 2018
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…
Growing Through Grief with Tad and Jona Johnson of Alexa's Hugs
Episode 003
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February 21, 2018
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…
Metal Motivation with C.J. Ortiz
Episode 004
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February 28, 2018
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…
Demystifying Mental Illness
Episode 005
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March 7, 2018
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…
The Abundance Effect with Justin Morales
Episode 006
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March 14, 2018
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…
Mindset and Motivation
Episode 007
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March 21, 2018
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…
The Art of Resilience with Dr. Rick Hanson
Episode 008
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March 28, 2018
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…
Transforming Trauma with EMDR
Episode 009
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April 4, 2018
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…
Igniting the Magic of Music
Episode 010
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April 11, 2018
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…
Sex, Sexuality, and Ourselves
Episode 011
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April 18, 2018
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…
A Thirty Year Overnight Success with Curt Richardson of OtterBox
Episode 012
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April 25, 2018
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…
Poverty, Prison, and the Power of Consistency with Weldon Long
Episode 013
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May 2, 2018
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…
Spark Extra: Meeting Dr. Stephen R. Covey with Weldon Long
Bonus Episode
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May 6, 2018
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…
Feeling Good Now with Dr. David Burns
Episode 014
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May 9, 2018
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,…
Revving Up Your Relationship with Stan Tatkin
Episode 015
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May 16, 2018
“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…
Muscle, Mind, and Motivation with Dr. Ryan Johnson
Episode 016
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May 30, 2018
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…
Rewiring Your Brian with Daniel Ellenberg
Episode 017
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June 6, 2018
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…
Going Beyond Counseling to Creating Community with Cassie Poncelow
Episode 018
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June 13, 2018
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…
The Unsinkable Molly Bloom
Episode 019
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June 20, 2018
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…
On the Road to Feeling Great with Dr. David Burns
Episode 020
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June 27, 2018
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'…
Your Calling: The Ethic of Care with Lynn Owens, Ph.D.
Episode 021
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July 11, 2018
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.…
The Art of An Authentic Apology with Harriet Lerner, Ph.D.
Episode 022
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July 18, 2018
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…
Illuminating Your Life with Dr. Jacob Liberman
Episode 023
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July 25, 2018
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…
The Wrong Side of Comfortable with Amy Charity
Episode 024
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August 2, 2018
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…
The Science and Practice of Presence with Dr. Dan Siegel
Episode 026
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August 15, 2018
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…
Big Man, Huge Heart with Jim Opperman
Episode 027
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August 23, 2018
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…
Behind The Spark with Stephanie James
Episode 028
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August 30, 2018
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…
Breakthrough to Healing with Dr. Matthew May
Episode 029
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September 6, 2018
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. …
Making Love Last with Dr. Ellen Wachtel
Episode 030
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September 20, 2018
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…
The Evolution of Belief with Steve Bhaerman
Episode 031
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September 27, 2018
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…
Out of the Rabbit Hole with Marian Sandmaier
Episode 032
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October 4, 2018
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…
Making The Shot with Michael Kutcher
Episode 033
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October 11, 2018
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…
The Heart of the Goddess with Hallie Inglehart Austen
Episode 034
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October 18, 2018
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…
The Trifecta of Feeling Terrific with Dr. David Burns
Episode 035
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November 1, 2018
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…
Living Above Average with Jeff Crabtree
Episode 036
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November 8, 2018
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"…
Soul To Soul with Elena Mannes
Episode 037
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November 15, 2018
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,…
Dreams Do Come True with Cindy Sarai
Episode 038
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November 22, 2018
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…
Healing Body and Soul with Kyczy Hawk
Episode 040
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December 6, 2018
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…
Living In Full Color with Dr. Jacob Liberman
Episode 041
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December 20, 2018
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…
Sharing The Journey with Emily Rapp Black
Episode 042
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January 3, 2019
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…
The New Health Model with Dr. Elson Haas, MD
Episode 043
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January 10, 2019
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…
The Secrets of Sisterhood with Sarah Bachraty, Shelly Bond, and Jenny Hay
Episode 044
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January 17, 2019
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…
The Guru's Guide to Peaceful Living with Philip Goldberg
Episode 045
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January 24, 2019
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…
Rising Strong with Becca Lynn Johnson
Episode 046
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January 31, 2019
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…
First Anniversary Celebration with Stephanie and Friends
Episode 047
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February 7, 2019
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…
You Just Gotta Laugh with Alicia Dattner
Episode 048
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February 14, 2019
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,…
The School of Love with Phillip Moore
Episode 049
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February 21, 2019
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…
Sexual Empowerment with Veronica Monet
Episode 050
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February 28, 2019
The journey to empowerment often takes us on unexpected paths. Veronica Monet's journey is one most of us can't even imagine. Born to a religious…
Choosing Yourself with Joresa Blount
Episode 051
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March 7, 2019
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…
Consciousness, Connection, and the One Mind with Dr. Larry Dossey
Episode 052
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March 14, 2019
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…
Risking The Rapids with Irene O'Garden
Episode 053
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March 21, 2019
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…
Community Through Coffee (and Beyond) with McCabe Callahan
Episode 054
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March 28, 2019
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…
The Root of All Healing with Misa Hopkins
Episode 055
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April 4, 2019
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…
Hard Livin', Hope, and Honky-tonk with Brian Johanson of Sugar Britches
Episode 056
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April 11, 2019
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…
Changing The World with Stephan A. Schwartz
Episode 057
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April 18, 2019
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,…
Modern Day Feminism with Adrienne van der Valk
Episode 058
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April 25, 2019
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…
The Podcasting Revolution with Jared Easley
Episode 059
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May 2, 2019
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…
Everyday Magnificent with Gabriela Masala
Episode 060
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May 16, 2019
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…
Intimacy, Connection, and Better Sex
Episode 061
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May 23, 2019
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…
Rhythm of the Soul with Solomon Masala
Episode 062
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May 30, 2019
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…
Rituals of Healing with Barbara Dossey
Episode 063
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June 8, 2019
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…
Embracing The Natural with Madi Sato
Episode 064
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June 20, 2019
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…
Gifts of the Gita with Isaac Bentwich
Episode 065
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June 27, 2019
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…
Change Your Mind, Change Your Life with Dr. Bruce Lipton
Episode 066
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July 11, 2019
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,…
The Honeymoon Effect with Dr. Bruce Lipton
Episode 067
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July 18, 2019
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…
A Conscious Campaign with Harvey Stone
Episode 068
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August 1, 2019
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…
Your Life is Your Prayer with Sam Beasley
Episode 069
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August 8, 2019
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…
Living Full Out with Nanci Solari
Episode 070
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August 15, 2019
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…