A Voice and Beyond
A Voice and Beyond isn’t just a podcast—it’s a movement. It’s a celebration of every voice. It’s a space where authenticity thrives, personal transformation happens, and the beauty of individuality is embraced.
Each episode is a tribute to the challenges, and triumphs that make us who we are. Through heartfelt conversations and inspiring stories, we take you, our listener, on an incredible journey of connection, growth, and empowerment.
Whether you’re a performing artist, a creative, or someone who is simply searching for
a place where your voice is heard, we invite you to tune in and become part of our global family.
Let your journey of inspiration begin here and now!
Episodes
189 episodes
#189. Understanding IBS: The Gut-Brain Connection with Dr. Mohammad Farivar
In this powerful and informative episode of A Voice and Beyond, Dr. Marisa Lee Naismith sits down with Dr Mohammad Farivar, a leading gastroenterologist, researcher, and educator, to shed light on one of the most misunderstood and ofte...
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#188. Unlock Your Leadership Potential with Purpose and Confidence: Dr Kim Nugent
What if the fastest path to results is leading with love?In this energizing conversation, Dr Kim Nugent—award-winning educator, “Innovation Leadership Coach of the Decade”, and creator of the Promotion Protocol—shares the mindse...
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#187. Healing Stress, Anxiety & Trauma using “1-Magic Word” with Dr. Nicole and Professor Michael Sebastian
What if one simple, ancient word could help you calm anxiety, release stress, and shift your mental and emotional state in just moments, no medication, no therapy, no side effects?In this episode of A Voice and Beyond, Dr Nicole...
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Episode 187
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#186. Shopping Sustainably for Positive Global Change with Dr Diane Osgood
What if you could change the world with your wallet?In this inspiring episode, sustainability expert and author Dr. Diane Osgood joins Marisa Lee Naismith to share the power of your shopping superpower. Discover how every...
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Episode 186
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#185. Breaking Free from Anxiety: How to Find Peace, Joy and Presence
In this vulnerable solo episode, Dr. Marisa Lee Naismith shares her personal journey through anxiety — from years of fear, overwhelm, and self-doubt to rediscovering peace, presence, and joy.Through her story, you’ll gain a deeper unders...
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Episode 185
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#184. From Legacy to Impact: The Bozeman Story Part 2
In this second part of my interview with Kenneth and Joanne Bozeman, we move beyond their personal journey and dive into the profound legacy they’ve built as educators and mentors. From blending voice science with artistry to guiding generation...
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Episode 184
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#183. Building a Legacy in Voice and Life: The Bozeman Story Part 1
In this special two-part series, we welcome Kenneth and Joanne Bozeman—two remarkable voices whose lives and careers have been intertwined through love, music, and a passion for teaching.In Part 1, Kenneth and Joanne open up about...
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Episode 183
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#182. The Power of Personal Boundaries
In this heartfelt solo round, Marisa Lee explores the transformational power of personal boundaries and why they are a vital part of self-care and emotional freedom.Far from being harsh or rigid, boundaries are a way of teaching...
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Episode 182
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#181. Beyond Trauma: Rediscovering Your Voice, Identity, and Inner Strength: with Dana S. Diaz
What happens when a woman who’s been silenced her entire life finally finds her voice?In this deeply moving episode, bestselling author and abuse recovery coach Dana S. Diaz joins A Voice and Beyond to share her journey f...
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#180. Reclaiming Your Voice: In the Pursuit of Justice with James Porfido
In this powerful and eye-opening episode of A Voice and Beyond, we sit down with James Porfido—a highly respected criminal defence attorney with over 30 years of experience helping people navigate the justice system and reclaim their l...
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Episode 180
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#179. Mastering Stress and Unlocking Resilience with Matt Soule
In this powerful episode of A Voice and Beyond, we sit down with Matt Soule—survival self-defence expert, breathwork leader, one of the first certified Wim Hof Method instructors in the U.S., and now creator of his own unique training ...
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#178. The Voice Within: Owning Your Personal Superpower with Sally Prosser
In this dynamic and inspiring episode of A Voice and Beyond, Marisa Lee is joined by Sally Prosser, a powerhouse voice coach and confidence expert who helps people unlock their authentic voice and speak like they mean it....
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#177. Beyond Burnout: Reclaiming My Voice, My Purpose & My Passion
In this deeply personal solo episode, host Dr. Marisa Lee Naismith shares the story behind her recent time away from the podcast — a journey marked by burnout, reflection, and ultimately, renewal.Marisa opens up about the emotional and p...
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#176. Bringing Back the Human Element in Leadership with Dr Jennifer Nash
This week on A Voice and Beyond, we are thrilled to welcome Dr. Jennifer Nash, a leadership expert and consultant who has guided Fortune 50 organizations such as Google, Ford, Exxon Mobil, JP Morgan, IBM, Boeing, and Verizon to exceptional succ...
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#175. From Infamy to Empowerment with Andrea Arlington
In this episode of A Voice and Beyond, we welcome the remarkable Andrea Arlington as our guest. Andrea is a trauma-informed Certified ICF Professional Life Coach, interventionist, minister, former television personality, model, and the author o...
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#174. Embracing Neurodiversity in Voice Pedagogy with Dr. Shannon Coates Part 2
This week on A Voice and Beyond, we delve into the important topic of neurodiversity with the esteemed Dr. Shannon Coates, returning for the second part of a captivating two-part discussion on neurodiversity-affirming voice pedagogy. Dr. Shanno...
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#173. Embracing Neurodiversity in Voice Pedagogy with Dr. Shannon Coates Part 1
This week on A Voice and Beyond, we are diving into the very important topic of neurodiversity. We are thrilled to welcome back Dr. Shannon Coates for a compelling two-part interview on neurodiversity-affirming voice pedagogy. Dr. Shannon has b...
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#172. Break Boundaries and Ignite Your Intentional Life with John R. Miles
Welcome to another episode of A Voice and Beyond! This week, we have an incredible guest for you—John R. Miles. John is a keynote speaker, a combat veteran, and the host of the #1 ranked alternative health podcast, Passion Struck with John R. M...
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#171. Unlocking Your Heroic Potential with Brian Johnson
Welcome to another episode of "A Voice and Beyond." This week, we are thrilled to introduce Brian Johnson, an accomplished entrepreneur and philosopher with over 25 years of experience. As the founder and CEO of Heroic, Brian has successfully r...
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#170. Courage Unleashed: Overcoming Limits and Achieving Success
Welcome to this episode on courage, a fundamental quality that drives us to lead a life of purpose and fulfillment. Life demands the best of us, challenging us to rise out of our fears and comforts into the zones of peak performance. This conve...
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#169. Insights and Strategies for Maintaining Vocal Health with Lori Sonnenberg
In this episode of A Voice and Beyond, we revisit episode #60 with Lori Sonnenberg, who dives into the complexities of vocal health with our brilliant guest. Lori is a Chicago-based Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist, Clinical Voice Specialis...
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#168. Healing Through Yoga: My Journey with Trauma with Nicole Byars
Welcome to another inspiring episode of A Voice and Beyond. This week, we are honoured to have Nicole Byars, the owner and founder of Honest Yoga, join us. Nicole is not only passionate about yoga, personal growth, and her signature backwards h...
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#167. Boost Your Energy Bank and Ignite Your Spark for Life
Boosting your personal energy is essential for achieving success and living a fulfilling life. As someone once said, the world belongs to the energetic. If you need a mantra to guide you back to your best self, demanding accountability and prov...
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#166. The Traditions and Limitations of the Master Apprentice Model with Dr Travis Sherwood
This week on Voice and Beyond, we revisit an enlightening episode with my dear friend and colleague Dr. Travis Sherwood. Travis, who was recently honoured for his article “Powerful Dynamics: Exploring the Evolution of the Master-Apprentice Trad...
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#165. Calm the Chaos: Conquering Busy Brain Syndrome with Dr Romie Mushtaq
This week on A Voice and Beyond, we introduce you to Dr. Romie Mushtaq, a distinguished neurologist and creator of the brainSHIFT Protocol. She is a leading authority in stress management and leadership wellness, and her recently released book,...
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