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BringJoy

43 episodes - English - Latest episode: 1 day ago -

This podcast is all about bringing joy through storytelling and conversation I’ll drop some thoughts on the life lessons I’m growing through. You’ll be inspired and entertained It’ll be time well spent I promise you that, so sit back and relax. Let's do this thing!

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Waiting on the Other Shoe to Drop

July 13, 2024 00:00 - 4 minutes - 3.11 MB

Talk to Joy Anybody catch themselves waiting on the other shoe to drop?  You know everything is going along smooth, loving life, doing your thing then you catch yourself thinking —ok wait what’s coming to mess it all it up? BringJoy Theme: Original Music by Tyler Lee Music and SFX: Subscription to SoundStripe Support the Show.

A Season to Remember (2024 Conchs)

June 25, 2024 02:00 - 15 minutes - 10.7 MB

Talk to Joy Coach told us the 2024 season would be challenging with a young lineup.  He expected the senior pitchers to lead the way.  He was right, and  when the playoffs rolled around this team had the fans believing this was our  year to win it all. BringJoy Theme: Original Music by Tyler Lee Music and SFX: Subscription to SoundStripe Support the Show.

Do The Damn Thing

May 12, 2024 22:00 - 3 minutes - 2.2 MB

Talk to Joy Do the Damn Thing.  Whether it’s a big life change, or something smaller, get out of your way and Do the Damn thing. BringJoy Theme: Original Music by Tyler Lee Music and SFX: Subscription to SoundStripe Shout Out https://www.bloominghearts.love/ Support the Show.

Baseball, It's More Than A Game (Go Conchs)

April 22, 2024 19:00 - 7 minutes - 5.07 MB

Talk to Joy Hey Batter, batter, hey batter batter --swing. It’s the happiest time of the year.  It's baseball season baby!  Some people say it's boring, or just a game.  I say it's more than a game.  Tune in and hear why.    BringJoy Theme: Original Music by Tyler Lee Music and SFX: Subscription to SoundStripe Key West Hype By Mike Stack https://linktr.ee/mikestack https://joynulisch.com/ Support the Show.

AI Generated or Human Created?

March 16, 2023 02:00 - 10 minutes - 7.02 MB

Talk to Joy Mainstream Artificial Intelligence is a game changer.  Stay informed, Pay attention, Learn to distinguish AI-generated content from human-created content, and go for it - learn to use the platforms that are hitting the mainstream. Have some fun, use it to answer questions, make recommendations, or spark ideas in that human mind of yours.  *episode created in part by ChatGPT BringJoy Theme: Original Music by Tyler Lee Music and SFX: Subscription to SoundStripe Support the Show.

Reading Brings Joy...

January 01, 2023 04:00 - 12 minutes - 8.5 MB

Talk to Joy Reading brought much Joy to me in 2022, Most of the books I’ve read this year were shared by friends and family- which is a beautiful thing - and goes next level when the stories inspire you to learn—--grow, to connect—--create, and to love ….So grab a book,  maybe one of these - read them, pass them on, and remember to share YOUR story too. BringJoy Theme: Original Music by Tyler Lee Music and SFX: Subscription to SoundStripe Support the Show.

Walk the Walk... A Path You Rarely Take

November 14, 2022 01:00 - 5 minutes - 3.7 MB

Talk to Joy Routine can be risker than adventure - when we stack routine we can become numb to wonder, purpose curiosity - leading to regret.  Let's not live on autopilot,  routines are ok but check ‘em and ask yourself —are they restricting or serving you?   BringJoy Theme: Original Music by Tyler Lee Music and SFX: Subscription to SoundStripe Support the Show.

Sweet P Turns Two!

November 06, 2022 04:00 - 2 minutes - 1.83 MB

Talk to Joy On November 6, 2020, my great-nephew was born.  I spent the first year wondering what he sees when he sees me.  But I know now —--when I see him smile back at me. Now we celebrating —turning two.   Big shout out to all the moms and dads out there, putting in the work.  Making babies is a straight-up miracle. Raising them to be good humans is the most important job in the world! BringJoy Theme: Original Music by Tyler Lee Music and SFX: Subscription to SoundStripe Support the...

Intuition...Super Power

September 06, 2022 01:00 - 8 minutes - 5.55 MB

Talk to Joy I'm talking about intuition today and challenging all of us to get more in tune with Super Power.  Intuition shows up in different ways. It’s not always that calm voice or a feeling inside, Intuition can show up as repeated images, or a sense of knowing.   BringJoy Theme: Original Music by Tyler Lee Music and SFX: Subscription to SoundStripe Support the Show.

Sound The Alarm... It's A New Day

August 29, 2022 02:00 - 5 minutes - 3.67 MB

Talk to Joy If you find yourself struggling —--unable to Feel your emotions flowing, reach out for some help.  I’m easy to find.  There are lots of mental wellness services available, even free ones on all kinds of platforms…..in person, call in, or connect online.  I promise you’ll be glad you did and so will I. BringJoy Theme: Original Music by Tyler Lee Music and SFX: Subscription to SoundStripe Support the Show.

Joy, a Samurai and a Monk.

August 21, 2022 19:00 - 3 minutes - 2.31 MB

Talk to Joy I’ve been soaking up lessons like a sponge and I’m about to wring it out, including sharing my version of the Zen Parable ...The Samurai and the Monk: A big, tough samurai went off on a journey to find a monk to teach him the difference between heaven and hell. BringJoy Theme: Original Music by Tyler Lee SFX: Subscription to SoundStripe Support the Show.

Get Out and Vote

August 14, 2022 23:00 - 4 minutes - 2.9 MB

Talk to Joy Election Days are just around the corner.  Get out and vote,  even if it’s for one issue or one candidate. You can still get one of the cool stickers —-your sign that you voted!  BringJoy Theme: Original Music by Tyler Lee Support the Show.

Summertime Vibes

June 27, 2022 23:00 - 5 minutes - 3.72 MB

Talk to Joy Connecting to your childhood through memories is free and as you conjure up those memories I challenge you to find that carefree spirit that guided you to pretend, create, play and actively participate in the day!  Lean into the sun—---- like a flower —----And soak up the energy of a summer day!  BringJoy Theme: Original Music by Tyler Lee SoundFx: Soundstrip Subscriptions Support the Show.

Zero Degrees of Separation

May 30, 2022 13:00 - 6 minutes - 4.7 MB

Talk to Joy It was the bottom of the seventh, The hometown boys were down by 3.  The crowd of over 2000—- that had shown up to cheer on our mighty Conchs -were stunned. Maybe because as seasoned baseball fans we understood this is a game of statistics and the odds of us mounting a comeback we’re stacked against us.  But this team had been stacking wins all season - won the district championship and earned home-field advantage for regionals. They’d already won one -Win this game and head to ...

Books.Reading.Stories.Telling.

December 22, 2021 14:00 - 10 minutes - 7.24 MB

Talk to Joy I’m no avid reader but I do enjoy it, always learn something, and I appreciate a good story.  I made it one of my goals in ‘21 to make more time for reading. I was so inspired by the last few I read I decided why not drop an episode and share my list—-maybe someone out there listening (clears throat) is looking for a new book. List: The Alchemist-Paulo Coelho Will -Will Smith Big Magic -Elizabeth Gilbert The Way of Integrity-Martha Beck James Baldwin’s America and the Urgent Le...

The Gratitude and Thankfulness Episode.

November 22, 2021 15:00 - 2 minutes - 2.05 MB

Talk to Joy Let’s approach this holiday season with a mindset of gratitude and thankfulness. Tell the ones you see being awesome that you see them and appreciate them —-Remember the holidays can be a difficult time for some friends, and like my friend Lisa said I hope you can find a sense of peace this holiday season. This is a wrap for season 2 as I take some time to rest and be present for the holidays.  Look for a rewind episode around the new year -----I’ll let you in on a new format f...

I'm Sad...

November 16, 2021 03:00 - 5 minutes - 3.49 MB

Talk to Joy When was the last time you were sad?  When was the last time you said you were sad?  Those answers probably don't match up if your like me.  I was inspired by a conversation with a friend a few days ago.  She said, I'm sad.  I thought how brave is she.  Then a few days later, I wake up feeling sad and couldn't shake it so I took the day to spend feeling the feels of sadness, acknowledged it was there, and worked through it,  which included me telling you I was sad.   *audio onl...

Three Little Birds

November 05, 2021 04:00 - 2 minutes - 1.94 MB

Talk to Joy On November 6, 2020, my great-nephew was born and pretty much from the moment, he entered this world I’ve been asking myself the same question? What does he see when he sees me?  Happy Birthday, Sweet P. Music licensed through SoundStripe Subscription https://joynulisch.com/  Support the Show.

Risky Business

November 04, 2021 04:00 - 3 minutes - 2.15 MB

Talk to Joy Why the chicken cross the road?  To get the other side silly - that’s a simple riddle but the act of crossing the road - not so much.  What if ….we took more risk? Did something that was out of your lane? I bet you’ll be glad you did. BringJoy Theme: Original Music by Tyler Lee Support the Show.

Driving Under the Influence

October 29, 2021 20:00 - 2 minutes - 1.82 MB

Talk to Joy If we drive vehicles while under the influence, of a boggled mind, Imagine how we're moving through the other parts of our day. BringJoy Theme: Original Music by Tyler Lee Support the Show.

The Flip Side

October 21, 2021 04:00 - 2 minutes - 1.65 MB

Talk to Joy Why are so many people hung up on digging their feet in ---------on one side or the other? I dare you . Just release your feet -----No need to levitate to find common ground. BringJoy Theme: Original Music by Tyler Lee Support the Show.

Wedding Season

October 01, 2021 02:00 - 8 minutes - 5.92 MB

Talk to Joy Most of my listeners know I side hustle as a wedding officiant.  This year couples have tied the knot in record numbers, tune in to hear the season's sweet highlights.  Weddings are one of life's big events that fill your heart --but we also experience events that break our hearts.  Is it possible the takeaway is the same?  BringJoy Theme: Original Music by Tyler Lee Sound Bite: Tony Garcia Jr Sound FX licensed via SoundStripe subscription Support the Show.

Life Is Crazy Good

September 23, 2021 00:00 - 5 minutes - 3.95 MB

Talk to Joy I recently received a greeting card in the mail and the message was simple, Life is crazy good - and your part of it!  Grab a pencil and a paper - set a timer for 7 minutes and write down all the things that pop in your head when you say “Life is Crazy Good”.  Bet you run out of paper and time before your list is done.  That’s what happened to me.   BringJoy Theme: Original Music by Tyler Lee Sound FX licensed via SoundStripe subscription Support the Show.

ARCC of Change: featuring Donzel Leggett

June 18, 2021 01:00 - 38 minutes - 26.8 MB

Talk to Joy Special Guest:  Donzel Legett, Founder of ARCC - Anti Racism Commitment Coalition Global Business Leader - Executive Fortune 500 company Community Leader - Family Man All around good guy - bringing joy to the world by eradicating racism. How did I land a guest like this?  We classmates Cuz - Donzel and I graduated Key West High School together - class of 1986. Donzel was top of our class. Everyone knew he’d go on to do big things and we were right!  Eradicating Racism - Changin...

Key West...Cornerstones

June 13, 2021 01:00 - 7 minutes - 5.22 MB

Talk to Joy Come on take a bike ride with me around my Island city.  I want to show you the corners -stones can’t be moved.  Like Jenga - Take one for granted, we all crumble. I know I live in paradise, the sun shines through the rain. I’m surrounded by bold and beautiful people. I’m grateful to call Key West home.  Wherever your home town is,  take a ride, notice the corners, the businesses, the people, the things that make your home town uniquely yours. Original Music: Tyler Lee Music a...

Love From Key West

May 28, 2021 05:00 - 2 minutes - 2.08 MB

Talk to Joy Today’s the day.  A perfect one. May the breeze be at your back and the Sunshine fill your path. Much love from Key West.   Original Music by Tyler Lee https://joynulisch.com/ Support the Show.

Mirror Mirror On The Wall

May 21, 2021 09:00 - 4 minutes - 2.94 MB

Talk to Joy When was the last time you connected with you?  If you’re like me - it’s probably been a while. So I challenge you to spend some time looking at yourself.  Right in your eyes - nowhere to hide.  Do it soon - today, tomorrow, or next Tuesday - but don’t wait too long. Not talking about a Selfie either that you Critic till delete, Or filter for likes.  I’m talking about the 3D you.  Find a mirror and look at yourself 1 minute 2 minute 3 minute, Whatever works for you.  It's a litt...

Stuck in a Funk

May 14, 2021 01:00 - 8 minutes - 6.11 MB

Talk to Joy Everywhere I turn around I see the word stuck.  Google the word and 653,000 hits come back.  There is a library full of self-help books about being stuck.  Hell Oprah and Deepak hosted a 21-day meditation series, Titled  “Get Unstuck: Creating a Limitless Life". How do I know cause I tuned in like a teacher's pet in the front row- for 3 weeks!   Good stuff there - even those two powerhouses couldn’t knock me off the block.   Music and sound EFX licensed through subscription wi...

Tito Take Two

February 25, 2021 18:00 - 17 minutes - 12.1 MB

Talk to Joy The sequel everyone has been asking for since episode one.  Here is your chance to hear how things are going with the most interesting DOG in the world, Tito!    Tito and I were matched by Pawadise Pet Rescue, after a couple of rejects in the adoption process in 2020. I'll share stories and lessons I'm learning from him  that you can all appreciate. This is also the season 2 opener.  Thanks for returning listeners and welcome to anyone tuning in for the first time. It will be ...

Rewind BringJoy 2020

December 31, 2020 19:00 - 11 minutes - 8 MB

Talk to Joy I’ve got a list of goals going for the new year, including continuing the podcast,  but before I make them official I thought it would be cool to do a recap of episodes of the BringJoy podcast in 2020.  So turn up the volume and spend a few minutes with me on ----rewind. Sponsor: LoveCheeky https://www.lovecheekykw.com/ My life coach https://www.coachsawyersays.com/ Natalie Pierson https://integratedform.com/ ARCC Donzel Leggett https://www.joinarcc.org/ Support the Show.

Fish Out of Water

October 30, 2020 01:00 - 6 minutes - 4.66 MB

Talk to Joy Remember to show compassion for all beings - even the humans - that think and do differently, because we are all connected and if we lose sight of that we’ll be suffering,  like fish out of water. Coach Sawyer  https://www.coachsawyersays.com/ Sponsor https://lovecheekykw.com/ Support the Show.

Time! Time! Time!

October 23, 2020 04:00 - 2 minutes - 1.96 MB

Talk to Joy The world doesn’t slow down or give us more time, but We can even when we hustling, living BIG , and making things happen.  We can slow down enough to catch a breath, ground our feet and soak up what’s right in front of us. Support the Show.

A Wedding Story

October 16, 2020 04:00 - 4 minutes - 3.06 MB

Talk to Joy We are all storytellers and can tell it, or not ------how the story starts and where it finishes is up to you and If tell it with your truth it’ll be a masterpiece!  Support the Show.

There's Power in Your Voice...Use It!

October 10, 2020 18:00 - 4 minutes - 3.15 MB

Talk to Joy There is power in our voice and it can make a difference.  There’s a national election coming up in the US.  This is a great time to practice using your voice, by voting! Whether to For the next president  Or to reElect that congresswoman from Distict26, My girl DMP  To send a local to state to represent  Seat a county commish Or support a city referendum to protect the environment Oh and remember the circuit judges - who amongst them may be the next RBG in the supreme? Electio...

What Can You Learn from an Octopus

October 02, 2020 05:00 - 3 minutes - 2.14 MB

Talk to Joy Two thumbs up - 5 stars - Must See  Whatever the hook you need to hear, I’ll say that to get you to watch the documentary streaming now called My Octopus Teacher.  It’s a beautiful film about two beings that form a surprising connection. The beauty of this movie there are all these subtle reminders that collectively leave you feeling refreshed.  Watch for yourself ---see what #BurstOfJoy comes up for you! Support the Show.

The Power of Notorious RBG

September 25, 2020 05:00 - 3 minutes - 2.72 MB

Talk to Joy 2020 keeps throwing hands - We’ve lost the mighty social advocate and supreme court justice, Ruth Bader Ginsburg.  There’s been a collective sadness as is expected when someone so beloved and admired is lost.  My observation as I look beyond the tributes into the emotions And listening beyond the words to the tone, a sense of despair is settling in...So I offer this #BurstofJoy Find your power and use it to fulfill your purpose- it is what I most admired of RBG Support the Show.

Natalie Pierson - Founder of Integrated Form

August 15, 2020 15:00 - 1 hour - 49 MB

Talk to Joy My first conversation episode!  So excited to bring a special guest to the mic and introduce my listeners to  - Natalie Pierson founder of Integrated Form, based out of Brooklyn, NY.  Natalie is my family, my friend, and inspires me on the regular to be well in mind, body, and spirit.  Our conversation is energized by our connection to BringJoy to the world and I hope you will feel it when you listen.  We talk movement, mediation, mind quality, tree-hugging, nutrition, sleep, s...

Grandmother Love

July 27, 2020 11:00 - 16 minutes - 11.5 MB

Talk to Joy This one - this is all about grandmothers, and the love they give. Not just mine, but yours too.  I reached out to my friends via social media and asked them to share somethings about their grandmothers.  A couple hours later my feed was full of the sweetest memories reaffirming that doing an episode on grandmothers would be a crowd-pleaser.  It seems grandmothers are kinda like puppies, and babies - everybody loves ‘em. If we set our intent on loving unconditionally, what a wor...

Hate Never Solved A Problem

June 19, 2020 17:00 - 13 minutes - 9.05 MB

Talk to Joy How do we bringjoy to a world full of bigotry and hate - Start by knowing better.  Maya Angelou said when you know better you do better.  The world isn’t full of those evils. It’s full of people.  Who can learn and choose to live in love. Ms. Maya also said “Hate has caused a lot of problems in this world, but it has not solved one yet.”  There’s much grace, dignity, courage and resolve in this world and - the black community has been demonstrating these qualities for centuries....

What Ifs and Remember Whens ...inspired by Pandemic 2020

May 31, 2020 22:00 - 8 minutes - 5.82 MB

Talk to Joy It seems like lately, I got more questions than answers and if you know a Virgo like me you know that’s an uncomfortable place to be.  My coach keeps reminding me--- when you are uncomfortable you are growing so there’s that and I know I’m not alone- this Pandemic Of 2020 has us all asking questions and living differently. Collaboration: Clay Fraga Production: Wonderdog http://markypierson.com/ Sponsor: LoveCheeky https://www.lovecheekykw.com/ My Coach https://www.coachsawye...

What Ifs and Remember Whens

May 31, 2020 22:00 - 8 minutes - 5.82 MB

It seems like lately, I got more questions than answers and if you know a Virgo like me you know that’s an uncomfortable place to be.  My coach keeps reminding me--- when you are uncomfortable you are growing so there’s that and I know I’m not alone- this Pandemic Of 2020 has us all asking questions and living differently. Collaboration: Clay Fraga Production: Wonderdog http://markypierson.com/ Sponsor: LoveCheeky https://www.lovecheekykw.com/ My Coach https://www.coachsawyersays.com/ Le...

Showing Up

May 02, 2020 04:00 - 16 minutes - 11.5 MB

Talk to Joy I got a story to share with you about my relationship with a man named Jim.  He started out as my boss and ended up being my mentor and a treasured friend.  The lessons I learned from him have served me well through life's ups and downs.   Listen up and you’ll learn why I choose now to share them and challenge you to show up like Jim showed up for me. Production: Wonderdog http://markypierson.com/ Sponsor: LoveCheeky https://www.lovecheekykw.com/ Donate: Take Stock In Childr...

I Got My Heart Broke by a Dog I Never Met

April 07, 2020 01:00 - 16 minutes - 11.4 MB

Talk to Joy Let me tell you a story about the time I got my heart broke by a dog, I never met. I know ----sounds like a sad story, right? But stick with me.  I learned 10 lessons along the way that helped me flip this story into a happy ending and I want to share them with you.  There’s also a twist that ends with a sloppy kiss. resources : Sponsor:  LoveCheeky. www.lovecheekykw.com Production: Wonderdog http://markypierson.com/ Donate: Pawadise Pet Rescue http://pawadisepetrescue.c...