Xtraordinary Living Podcast

Podcast #53 - The Joy of Connecting

rick@productivelearning.com (Rick Itzkowich) — Sat, 2 May 2009 04:39:00 GMT

Our guest for this podcast episode is Bonnie Ross-Parker, CEO/Founder of The Joy of Connecting - Marketing With Heart. Bonnie's organization specializes in helping women in business through networking. As <span style="font-style:italic;">"Americaâs Connection Diva"</span>, Bonnie is an entrepreneur with a background in education, franchise development, publishing, network marketing and community development. She combines vision with a unique set of skills. Formerly the Associate Publisher of The Gazette Newspaper/Atlanta, she focuses her energies on supporting women.
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In this episode, Bonnie shares her insights on:
-- Why she felt compelled to create a unique business networking model for women.
-- What sets The Joy of Connecting apart from other networking organizations like Chambers, BNIs or LeTips.
-- Why the monthly evening get together is considered an experience or an event rather than a meeting.
-- How Bonnie has successfully incorporated PL&L's QuoteActions, follow up and relationship building system, with over 300+ of her contacts.
-- How you can find a group in your city, or better yet, become a licensee of The Joy of Connecting for your area.

Bonnie shares a lot of valuable information. This is an excellent podcast to forward on to family members and friends. If you'd like to receive Bonnie's complimentary e-book "Y.O.U. Set a High Standard for Being Human" simply enter your name and email at her website listed below.

Podcast #52 - Moving from Scarcity to Abundance

rick@productivelearning.com (Rick Itzkowich) — Mon, 9 Mar 2009 08:48:33 GMT

Our Podcast #52 guest is a global business leader and educator. DC Cordova, CEO of Excellerated Business Schools for Entrepreneurs and the Money and You Program, joined me for the timely topic of creating abundance during turbulent times.

Podcast #51 - Are You Using Social Networking Yet

rick@productivelearning.com (Rick Itzkowich) — Fri, 31 Oct 2008 14:45:03 GMT

In this episode host Rick Itzkowich is interviewed on the topic of using Social Media and why people need to start using it.

Podcast #50 - The Sky is Falling

rick@productivelearning.com (Rick Itzkowich) — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 16:08:54 GMT

Rick Itzkowich and Lindon Crow discuss their views on how to deal with the current economic climate.

Podcast #49 - Bruce Lipton and the Biology of Belief

rick@productivelearning.com (Rick Itzkowich) — Fri, 8 Aug 2008 06:32:12 GMT

This episode debuted August 2006, and we think youâll agree the topic is fresh as ever â The Biology of Belief with renowned author and speaker Dr. Bruce Lipton.

Podcast #48 - Strengthening Relationships

rick@productivelearning.com (Rick Itzkowich) — Fri, 11 Jul 2008 08:13:01 GMT

In this podcast I interview Kody Bateman, CEO of Send Out Cards. It is an inspirational session where Kody talks about following your promptings and how to strengthen relationships.

Podcast #47 - Walk the Talk

rick@productivelearning.com (Rick Itzkowich) — Tue, 3 Jun 2008 10:50:41 GMT

In podcast 47 host Rick Itzkowich is interviewed by long-term Productive Learning and Leisure client Sue Almon Pesch. Rick talks about his personal values and choices and his definition of success.

Podcast #46- Dreams Do Come True

rick@productivelearning.com (Rick Itzkowich) — Mon, 12 May 2008 16:00:50 GMT

Host Rick Itzkowich interviews Colleen Dorazio. Colleen is the founder of the Dorazio Learning Center and she talks about making her dreams of opening a school come true.

Podcast #45 - Rick Itzkowich on BizTalk Radio

rick@productivelearning.com (Rick Itzkowich) — Thu, 17 Apr 2008 12:23:54 GMT

In this episode, host Rick Itzkowich reverses roles. He is interviewed by BISTalk radio host Bob Ryan. Rick talks about the Productive Learning and Leisure philosophy on adult education, the Learning Vacations and the QuoteActions e-Sponsorship Campaign System.

Podcast #44 - Live Pain Free

rick@productivelearning.com (Rick Itzkowich) — Mon, 10 Mar 2008 13:43:57 GMT

Host Rick Itzkowich interviews Chriss Kussoff. The topic is Live pain free. Chris is the owner and clinic director of the Orange County, California Egoscue Method Clinic.

Podcast # 43 - Magical thinking

rick@productivelearning.com (Rick Itzkowich) — Fri, 1 Feb 2008 17:45:21 GMT

Host Rick Itzkowich interviews Dr. Joe Thigpen. The topic is Magical Thinking.

Podcast #42 - Going Beyond Referrals

rick@productivelearning.com (Rick Itzkowich) — Mon, 24 Dec 2007 12:02:39 GMT

Hst Rick Itzkowich interviews Mindy Selinger creator of the San Diego Networking guide and The Lynk System.

Podcast #41- Transforming Education

rick@productivelearning.com (Rick Itzkowich) — Fri, 7 Dec 2007 13:03:54 GMT

In this episode of Xtraordinary Living, host Rick Itzkowich interviews Sam Bull founder of LEAPNOW. This alternative education organization offers the best year of College on Earth.

Podcast #40 - Rowed Warriors

rick@productivelearning.com (Rick Itzkowich) — Tue, 6 Nov 2007 15:51:07 GMT

In this episode of Xtraordinary Living host Rick Itzkowich interviews Eric Meech. On September 23, 2007 with history as their compass, Eric Meech, Jeff Jordan, A.J. Villa, Darrell Esparza and Rick Strobel completed a 200 mile, 12-day dory voyage that roughly re-traced the route taken in 1934 by two pioneer lifeguards, Emil Sigler and the late Bill Rumsey. In this podcast, Eric shares his thoughts about challenging the ways and waves of the ocean. For those of you who regularly set physical goals to achieve this podcast will give you another manâs perspective; for those of you who admire historical adventures, you will get a glimpse of what being a doryman in the 19th century meant.

Podcast #39 - Inspirational Connections

rick@productivelearning.com (Rick Itzkowich) — Mon, 22 Oct 2007 17:23:02 GMT

In this episode of Xtraordinary Living host Rick Itzkowich interviews Cindy Perliss Director of the award-winning Art for Recovery program at the University of California San Francisco Comprehensive Cancer Center. One of the programâs projects is called the Firefly Project â where middle and high school students are paired with adult patients who are coping with cancer or AIDS. They exchange hand-written letters and personal artwork, poetry or music, and so much more.

Podcast #38 - The Sky is Falling

rick@productivelearning.com (Rick Itzkowich) — Thu, 4 Oct 2007 15:12:24 GMT

In this episode Xtraordinary Living host Rick Itzkowich interviews Bob Dalsimer, founder of Inspira Group Inc. Bob shares the what, the why â and most important the How he shifts his thinking to create good out of the media-driven gloom and doom.

Podcast #37 - PLL supports people in leading extraordinary lives

rick@productivelearning.com (Rick Itzkowich) — Fri, 14 Sep 2007 10:10:12 GMT

In this episode Xtraordinary Living Rick Itzkowich switches roles and is interviewed by Patty Kovacs host of The Health and Beauty Revolution Show on wsRadio.com. He talks about the different ways in which Productive Learning and Leisure supports people in leading extraordinary lives.

Podcast #36 - Collaboration vs Competition

rick@productivelearning.com (Rick Itzkowich) — Fri, 31 Aug 2007 11:15:43 GMT

In this episode Xtraordinary Living host Rick Itzkowich interviews Reza Etedali, CEO of REZA Investment Group. Reza discusses the topic of Collaboration vs. competition.

Podcast #35 - The Power of Choice

rick@productivelearning.com (Rick Itzkowich) — Sun, 19 Aug 2007 13:07:51 GMT

Episode 35 of Xtraordinary Living is a solo podcast by host Rick Itzkowich. The topic is the Power of Choice. The quality of our life is directly related to the quality of our choices. Discover the two key elements in making powerful choices -- self-awareness and purpose.

Podcast #34 - The Role of Blogs Podcasts

rick@productivelearning.com (Rick Itzkowich) — Sun, 5 Aug 2007 07:45:46 GMT

Episode # 34 of Xtraordinary Living is out. In this episode, host Rick Itzkowich interviews small business marketing expert John Jantsch.

Podcast Episode #33 - Experiencing the Unknown

rick@productivelearning.com (Rick Itzkowich) — Sun, 15 Jul 2007 16:47:13 GMT

Episode # 33 of Xtraordinary Living is out. In this episode, host Rick Itzkowich interviews Andy Laird while on location in the middle of the Amazon Rain Forest.

Podcast Episode #32 - AMA the Improvement Continuum

rick@productivelearning.com (Rick Itzkowich) — Fri, 29 Jun 2007 07:07:48 GMT

Episode 32 of Xtraordinary Living is out. It is a solo podcast by host Rick Itzkowich. The topic is the Improvement Continuum.

Podcast Episode #31 - Socially Responsible Investing

rick@productivelearning.com (Rick Itzkowich) — Tue, 29 May 2007 08:12:03 GMT

Episode # 31 of Xtraordinary Living is out. In this episode youâll hear: -- What is Socially Responsible Investing (SRI)? -- How does it relate to living an extraordinary life? -- What is the history behind SRI -- from its beginnings in the 16th Century to date? -- Why the "clean technology" sector is creating waves in the financial community? -- What are some of the current issues the SRI industry is working on? -- Do you have to sacrifice portfolio performance when you invest responsibly?

Podcast Episode # 29 - Crisis: A Positive Aspect of Change

rick@productivelearning.com (Rick Itzkowich) — Sun, 22 Apr 2007 06:20:59 GMT

In Episode #29 I interview Azim Khamisa. Azim is the co-founder of TKF or the Tariq Khamisa Foundation. TKF was formed in 1995 after Azim's son, Tariq, a 20-year-old SDSU student, was senselessly shot and killed while delivering pizzas. His assailant was a 14-year-old gang member named Tony Hicks. Believing that there were "victims at both ends of the gun," Azim reached out in forgiveness to Tony's grandfather and guardian, Ples Felix, to begin the process of healing. In our 29th episode, you'll hear: -- Why Azim felt compelled to meet both his son's assailant and his grandfather. -- How their relationship grew in stages, to its current state of brotherhood. -- How the crisis created positive change, TKF programs have touched over 20 million children to date. -- How violence is a learned behavior. -- What does it mean to be in a state of "bardo." -- How our society can begin to be healed through "RJ" or restorative justice. -- Gandhi and the Dali Lama's succinct quotes on anger and revenge. -- How you can plant seeds of hope.

Podcast Episode #28 - Adding the Extra to Ordinary.

rick@productivelearning.com (Rick Itzkowich) — Mon, 9 Apr 2007 13:46:23 GMT

In Episode #28 I interview Romance Concierge Michelle Koert. In this episode episode, you'll hear: -- How Michelle went from a position at IBM to starting "Marry Me Services." -- What are the benefits of enjoying "out-of-the-ordinary" experiences with loved ones. -- Examples . . . from progressive dinners to an ice bed at the Ice Hotel in Quebec. -- Why both men and women are choosing to create magical memories for themselves. -- How to take ordering flowers for your special someone to the next level. -- Tips on how you can easily plan a "Just Becauseâ" occasion. -- How tears of joy are often the best testimonial for a job well done. -- And much more!

Podcast Episode # 27 - Going Beyond Limitations

rick@productivelearning.com (Rick Itzkowich) — Sat, 24 Mar 2007 11:41:29 GMT

In episode # 27 I interview âUltramarathon Man,â Dean Karnazes who is an amazing example of someone living an Extraordinary Life. In this episode, youâll learn: -- What it means to be an âUltraâ Marathoner. -- When and why Dean decided to start to run. -- Why our obsession with comfort can lessen our enjoyment of living. -- Why itâs important to set lofty goals, yet take âbaby stepsâ to achieve them. -- Tips on how you can order food âto goâ while youâre running a marathon. -- The importance of scripting out your perfect life. -- What impact his passion for running has had on his family. -- How is 50-50-50 marathon achievement is adding scientific information on how his body handles going beyond the normal. -- And much more!

Podcast Episode #25 - Choice to Make a Difference

rick@productivelearning.com (Rick Itzkowich) — Mon, 26 Feb 2007 13:59:03 GMT

In Episode #25 I interview Cheryl Weatherford, founder of "A Passion for Paws Rescue," a certified non-profit dedicated to saving the lives of Akitas and other large breeds that have lost hope of finding a new home while awaiting death.

Podcast Episode #24 - Entrepreneurial Spirit

rick@productivelearning.com (Rick Itzkowich) — Sat, 10 Feb 2007 06:14:53 GMT

In Episode #24 I interview Entrepreneur, Brian Blacher, is the owner of San Diego-based ActiveKidz, an activity sports center for children from 12 months to 8 years. He also has an adult personal training business called Funxion Fitness in La Jolla. Born and raised in South Africa during apartheid, Brian and I discuss how and why he came to the US. He paints the picture, of as a young boy, watching 16 mm films of American TV and realizing that separateness was not one of his belief systems. He came with a suitcase, money for six months and his dreams.

Podcast Episode #23 - Turning Adversity Into Opportunity

rick@productivelearning.com (Rick Itzkowich) — Sat, 20 Jan 2007 06:58:50 GMT

Xtraordinary Living is the official podcast of Productive Learning and Leisure. This podcast is all about ordinary people living extraordinary lives. In this episode, host Rick Itzkowich interviews Dr. Edie Eger. The topic of this episode is "Turning Adversity Into Opportunity." In this 23rd episode you will hear: -- What Dr. Edieâs mother told her as she was separated from her at Auschwitz -- How contrary to public belief, there are no victims in this world, only willing participants -- Why temptation serves to teach us about freedom of choice -- How everyone has the ability to change at any time; we have the power to choose how we will respond at any moment in time -- What Victor Frankel said to her during a dance together -- Why there are no punishments in life, just consequences -- How the words âriskâ and âwillingâ help us âevolveâ not just ârevolveâ -- Action steps to incorporate if you are in a âstuckâ mode -- And much more!

Podcast Episode #22 - Passion and Purpose

rick@productivelearning.com (Rick Itzkowich) — Tue, 9 Jan 2007 17:50:08 GMT

Podcast Episode #21 - Busting Networking Myths

rick@productivelearning.com (Rick Itzkowich) — Mon, 11 Dec 2006 16:37:27 GMT

Podcast Episode #20 - Getting Younger As You Get Older

rick@productivelearning.com (Rick Itzkowich) — Sat, 25 Nov 2006 16:27:35 GMT

Podcast Episode #19 - Aussie Success

rick@productivelearning.com (Rick Itzkowich) — Mon, 13 Nov 2006 16:44:53 GMT

Podcast Episode #19 - Xtraordinary Living is the official podcast of Productive Learning and Leisure. In this episode, host Rick Itzkowich interviews Australia-based Ari Galper, Founder of Unlock The Game & Unlock The Internet Game. In this episode Ari

Podcast Episode #18 - Lindon and Rick Get Personal

rick@productivelearning.com (Rick Itzkowich) — Sat, 28 Oct 2006 10:46:01 GMT

Podcast Episode #18 - Xtraordinary Living is the official podcast of Productive Learning and Leisure. In this episode, host Rick Itzkowich turns the hosting duties over to long-time client, Sue Almon-Pesch. Sue interviews Rick and Lindon Crow, Rick's par

Podcast Episode #17 - Motivation

rick@productivelearning.com (Rick Itzkowich) — Mon, 16 Oct 2006 16:12:35 GMT

Podcast Episode #17 - Xtraordinary Living is the official podcast of Productive Learning and Leisure. In this episode, host Rick Itzkowich interviews Susie Walton. Susie was the recipient of the San Diego Parent Educator of the Year award. She is the foun

Podcast Episode #16 - Courage and Determination

rick@productivelearning.com (Rick Itzkowich) — Thu, 28 Sep 2006 13:33:09 GMT

Podcast Episode #16 - Xtraordinary Living is the official podcast of Productive Learning and Leisure. In this episode, host Rick Itzkowich interviews Bob Babbitt, Vice President and a Founding Board Member of the Challenged Athletes Foundation (CAF). The

Podcast Episode #15 - Building Relationships

rick@productivelearning.com (Rick Itzkowich) — Sat, 16 Sep 2006 16:42:51 GMT

Podcast Episode #15 - Xtraordinary Living is the official podcast of Productive Learning and Leisure. In this episode, host Rick Itzkowich interviews Dr. Ivan Misner about his view of the importance of building and creating extraordinary relationships in

Podcast Episode #14 -The Biology of Belief

rick@productivelearning.com (Rick Itzkowich) — Mon, 28 Aug 2006 07:41:21 GMT

Podcast Episode #14 - Xtraordinary Living is the official podcast of Productive Learning & Leisure. In this episode, host Rick Itzkowich interviews Dr. Bruce Lipton. Dr. Lipton is an internationally recognized authority on bridging science and spirit. He

Podcast Episode #13 - 200 MPH Extraordinary Woman

rick@productivelearning.com (Rick Itzkowich) — Wed, 9 Aug 2006 05:04:00 GMT

Podcast Episode #13 - Xtraordinary Living is the official podcast of Productive Learning & Leisure. In this episode, host Rick Itzkowich interviews PL&L client and RMRG Marketing Director, Susan Robertson. Susan became the world's fastest woman in open w

Podcast Episode #11 - Inspiration!

rick@productivelearning.com (Rick Itzkowich) — Wed, 12 Jul 2006 15:57:04 GMT

Podcast Episode #11 - Xtraordinary Living is the official podcast of Productive Learning & Leisure. In this epislode, host Rick Itzkowich interviews PL&L client Chuck Tesar, M.D. Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) Surgeon with the Sharp Rees-Stealy Medical Group

The Power of Your Thoughts

rick@productivelearning.com (Rick Itzkowich) — Mon, 26 Jun 2006 08:48:58 GMT

Podcast #10- - Xtraordinary Living is the official podcast of Productive Learning & Leisure. In this podcast Rick Itzkowich interviews Ken Foster, CEO of Shared Vision Network. Just as PL&L reaches individuals on a one-to-one basis, Shared Vision Network

Podcast Episode #9 - Communicating Consciousness

rick@productivelearning.com (Rick Itzkowich) — Fri, 2 Jun 2006 12:35:30 GMT

Podcast Episode #9 - Xtraordinary Living is the official podcast of Productive Learning & Leisure. In this epislode, host Rick Itzkowich interviews PL&L client Heather Somaini, Assistant to the CEO of Lionsgate Entertainment. Heather tells us about her wo

Podcast #8 - The Power of Networking

rick@productivelearning.com (Rick Itzkowich) — Mon, 15 May 2006 07:58:29 GMT

PLL co-founder Rick Itzkowich hosts this podcast episode about the Power of Networking. Rick interviews Dawn Lyons who is the Executive Director for 3 franchises of Business Network International (BNI) and is also a master trainer for The Referral Institu

Podcast Episode #7 -The Impact of Mentoring

rick@productivelearning.com (Rick Itzkowich) — Sat, 13 May 2006 13:29:16 GMT

PLL co-founder Rick Itzkowich hosts this podcast episode about the Impact of Mentoring. Rick interviews Bob Macrann who is the VP of client evaluation and mentor assignment with the Chairmens RoundTable (CRT) in San Diego. Through the CRT, Bob was PLLs me

Podcast Episode #1 - Why do a Podcast

rick@productivelearning.com (Rick Itzkowich) — Mon, 8 May 2006 12:23:36 GMT

Xtraordinary Living â PLL co-founder Rick Itzkowich hosts this podcast and shares his insights, information and experiences to help you make more effective choices that will help you create an Xtraordinary Life.

Podcast Episode #4 - Living in Awareness

rick@productivelearning.com (Rick Itzkowich) — Mon, 8 May 2006 12:17:10 GMT

PLL co-founder Rick Itzkowich hosts this podcast about the critical role that awareness plays in creating an Xtraordinary life.

Podcast Episode #2 - Do you want to get fit

rick@productivelearning.com (Rick Itzkowich) — Mon, 8 May 2006 12:10:59 GMT

Xtraordinary Living â PLL co-founders Rick Itzkowich and Lindon Crow talk about fitness, health, motivation and different approaches to fitness.

Podcast Episode #3 - Creating a Dream Business.

rick@productivelearning.com (Rick Itzkowich) — Mon, 8 May 2006 11:52:47 GMT

PLL co-founders Rick Itzkowich and Lindon Crow talk about the origins of Productive Learning and Leisure and how the business has evolved into a dream business.

Podcast Episode #5 -The Power of Group Awareness

rick@productivelearning.com (Rick Itzkowich) — Mon, 8 May 2006 11:39:11 GMT

PLL co-founder Rick Itzkowich hosts this podcast about the Power of Group Awareness. Rick interviews Mike Mugel, CEO of Red Mountain Retail Group about founding a company that has a mission where Anything is Possible.

Podcast Episode #6 -Productive Learning and Leisure is interviewed on radio program.

rick@productivelearning.com (Rick Itzkowich) — Mon, 8 May 2006 11:08:11 GMT

Xtraordinary Living host and co-founder Rick Itzkowich is a guest on Inside Business radio. He is interviewed by Bob Ryan and he gives the general business audience an insider's view of Productive Learning and Leisure.