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SBR-Authors Podcast: Finding True Happiness Through Acts of Kindness: A Conversation with Karen Olson

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Post date July 22, 2025
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Welcome to the SBR-Authors Podcast! In this podcast series, host Tom Fox visits with authors in the compliance arena and beyond. In this episode, Tom Fox interviews Karen Olson, the founder and CEO Emeritus of Family Promise and the author of ‘Meant for More.’

Olson shares her journey from aspiring nurse to being an influential advocate for homeless families. She elaborates on the importance of acts of kindness in achieving genuine happiness. She describes how the Family Promise organization supports families experiencing homelessness through various programs, including prevention, sheltering, and volunteer services. Olson discusses changes in the homelessness landscape since the 1980s and shares personal stories of volunteers making a difference. She also talks about the inspiration behind her book and the critical role of community involvement in addressing homelessness.

Key highlights:

The Story Behind ‘Meant for More’
Karen’s Journey
The Birth of Family Promise
The Current State of Homelessness
Inspiring Volunteer Stories
Family Promise Initiatives
Acts of Kindness and Inspiration

Resources:

Meant for More: Following Your Heart and Finding Your Purpose on Amazon

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Karen Olson Website

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SBR-Authors Podcast: The Resilience of the Human Spirit: Ana Hebra Flaster’s Immigrant Story and the Essence of Liberty

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Post date July 15, 2025
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Welcome to the SBR-Authors Podcast! In this podcast series, host Tom Fox visits with authors in the compliance arena and beyond. In this episode, Tom Fox interviews author Ana Hebra Flaster about her book ‘Property of the Revolution‘ and her journey as an immigrant from Cuba to the United States

Flaster shares her experiences from childhood, the impact of her sudden move from Cuba, and how it shaped her perspective on liberty and resilience. She details her family’s struggles and triumphs, providing a personal window into the broader Cuban exodus. The conversation also touches on her writing process, the role of storytelling in preserving her family’s legacy, and the importance of immigrants to American culture and innovation. Flaster emphasizes the value of freedom, the trauma of displacement, and the enduring strength of the immigrant spirit. Ultimately, she discusses her ongoing efforts to raise awareness about Cuban history and current events through her writing.

Key highlights:

Ana Hebra Flaster ‘s Childhood and Immigration Story
The Concept of Liberty
Storytelling and Family Resilience
Writing Process and Challenges
Role of PR and Final Thoughts

Resources:

Ana Hebra Flaster at PR by the Book

Property of the Revolution: From a Cuban Barrio to a New Hampshire Mill Town—A Memoir on Amazon & Bookshop.org

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SBR-Authors Podcast: A Journey Through Memoir, Technology, and Grief with Tony Stewart

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Post date July 8, 2025
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Welcome to the SBR-Authors Podcast! In this podcast series, host Tom Fox visits with authors in the compliance arena and beyond. In this episode, Tom Fox interviews Tony Stewart, an author, filmmaker, technologist, and memoirist, about his book ‘Carrying the Tiger.’

Stewart shares his extensive professional background, which began as a filmmaker and transitioned into software development and business consulting, culminating in his retirement. He delves deep into the personal inspiration for his memoir, driven by his wife Lynn’s battle with stage four non-smoking lung cancer and the emotional and organic evolution of their journey. Stewart also discusses the process of writing and editing his story, the concept of emotional resiliency, and the profound lessons of acceptance, grief, and grace he learned. The episode also explores Stewart’s perspective on storytelling across different media, his collaboration with PR by the Book, and his efforts to share his story to help others.

Key highlights:

Tony Stewart’s Professional Journey
The Inspiration Behind ‘Carrying the Tiger‘
Writing and Editing the Memoir
Lessons in Emotional Resiliency
Experiencing and Understanding Grief
Dying with Grace
The Art of Storytelling
Publishing and Promotion Journey

Resources:

Tony Stewart at PR by the Book

Carrying the Tiger on Amazon

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SBR-Authors Podcast: Unconditional Values in Leadership and Compliance with Andy Crocker

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Post date June 24, 2025
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Welcome to the SBR-Authors Podcast! In this podcast series, host Tom Fox visits with authors in the compliance arena and beyond. In this episode, host Tom Fox is joined by aerospace engineer Andy Crocker to discuss his extensive career in aerospace, which encompasses projects ranging from designing launch vehicles to missions focused on sending humans back to the moon.

Crocker examines the impact of these values on teamwork, the limitations of conditional leadership, and the importance of compliance as a natural outcome of a value-driven organization. The discussion also touches on Crocker’s transition phase, his thoughts on instilling these values in broader industry contexts beyond aerospace, and how they can be particularly pivotal for young professionals.

Key highlights:

Andy Crocker’s Professional Background
The Magic of Rocket Science
Transitioning from Tactical to Strategic
Values and Leadership in Aerospace
The Lunar Landing Competition
The Trap of Conditional Leadership
Character vs. Compliance
Compliance as a Superpower
Andy Crocker’s Writing Process

Resources:

Andy Crocker at PR by the Book

Andy Crocker Books on Facebook

Andy Crocker on LinkedIn

Andy Crocker Books Website

PR by the Book Website

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Hill Country Authors – Exploring the Intersection of Texas Literature and Publicity with Marika Flatt

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Post date May 8, 2025
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Welcome to a new season of the award-winning Hill Country Authors Podcast, sponsored by Stoney Creek Publishing. In this podcast, Hill Country resident Tom Fox visits with authors who live in and write about the Texas Hill Country. In this episode, Tom visits Marika Flatt, owner of PR by the Book and publisher of Texas Lifestyle Magazine, to discuss her multifaceted career in book publicity and journalism.

Marika shares insights about her venture, PR by the Book, which specializes in book launches and publicity for authors and publishers. Additionally, she reflects on her passion project, Texas Lifestyle Magazine, and its focus on highlighting the diverse lifestyles within Texas. Marika also delves into the history and revival of Texas Writers Month, emphasizing its importance in promoting and supporting literary talents within the state. Tune in to discover the nuances of book publicity, the significance of timely marketing strategies, and the unique blend of faith and science explored in Texas literature.