Episode 100: Olivia Belli

 

Pianist and composer 

          Olivia Belli is an Italian pianist and composer who has a keen sense and appreciation for the spiritual. Olivia discusses her newest album, Intermundia, which explores eight places where people used to connect with the spiritual world. We also talked about motherhood, and the pressures of being a musician.

           Please enjoy the 100th episode of Lament of Hope highlighting Olivia Belli. Thank you, Olivia, for sharing with me your passion for the spiritual world, and for expressing that love through music. 

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A Glimpse Into a Life: Jackie Evancho

 

Singer and Songwriter

          This has been one of my favorite interviews so far. It was a gift to get to talk with Jackie Evancho about her new EP Solla. She shared with me her heart behind the songs as well as her exploration of new music genres. We discussed what it is like being a young musician in the twenty-first century, and the emotional and physical tolls of fame and just living life.

           Please enjoy the ninety-ninth episode of a "glimpse into a life" series highlighting Jackie Evancho. Thank you, Jackie, for being vulnerable with my audience and me. 

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A Glimpse Into a Life: Sarah McLeod

 

Managing Director of McLeod Management

          It was such a pleasure getting to speak with Sarah McLeod about her time on The Lord of the Rings film set, her transition from acting to talent management, and being a mom.

           Please enjoy the ninety-eighth episode of a "glimpse into a life" series highlighting Sarah McLeod. Thank you, Sarah, for talking with me about your time in the entertainment industry, and how much you value compassion and empathy in all human interactions. 

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A Glimpse Into a Life: Walter V. Robinson

 

Editor at Large at The Boston Globe

          Editor at Large, Walter V. Robinson, sat down with me to discuss his journalistic career, specifically his time leading the Spotlight team investigation of the Roman Catholic clergy sexual abuse scandal. He also talked with me about work-life balance as a journalist, and the value of subscribing to trustworthy news sources. 

           Please enjoy the ninety-seventh episode of a "glimpse into a life" series highlighting Walter V. Robinson. Thank you, Walter, for taking time to talk with me about your journalistic career and how much your value credible journalism.

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A Glimse Into a Life: Pastor Bradley Hill

 

A pastor shares his journey with drug addiction

           Pastor Bradley Hill is currently the pastor of Winchester Bible Church located in Winchester, Virginia. Brad shared with me how he came to know Christ during the Jesus Revolution, how he battled with drug addiction while serving in the ministry, and how his church is ministering to those struggling with different forms of addiction.

           Please enjoy the ninety-sixth episode of a "glimpse into a life" series highlighting Pastor Bradley Hill. Thank you, Brad, for sharing your journey with drug addiction and how the Lord has not abandoned you to it. 

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A Glimpse Into a Life: Lilian

 

A mother living in Israel

           Lilian is an Israeli wife and mother watching her country be torn apart by physical and emotional suffering. Lilian took the time to talk with me about her personal feelings on the war, how she lives with the turmoil of each day, and where she finds her hope despite the uncertainty.

           Please enjoy the ninety-fifth episode of a "glimpse into a life" series highlighting Lilian. Thank you, Lilian, for sharing your perspective with me about the war in Israel, and how you are living through it. It was a gift to hear from your heart. 

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A Glimpse Into a Life: Deborah Dozier Potter

 

Daughter of Joan Fontaine

           Joan Fontaine was one of the prolific actresses of the 30s through 50s. I had the opportunity to sit down with her daughter, Deborah, to talk about what it was like growing up as the child of a movie star, Deborah's relationship with her beloved collie Buster, and the importance of forming healthy life perspectives.

           Please enjoy the ninety-fourth episode of a "glimpse into a life" series highlighting Deborah Dozier Potter. Thank you, Deborah, for sharing stories about Buster, family, and your journey living a life not dictated by fear. 

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