Episode 142: Shani Wallis

 

Nancy from the film adaption of the musical, Oliver!

            It was such a gift for me to connect with dear Shani. She is vibrant, passionate, and full of life despite being in her twilight years. In addition to her career in theatre and film, Shani hopes to add published author to the list. She is working on getting a children's book published as well as finishing up her memoir. Shani was so engaging to talk to as she shared about her career. She also gifted me with a live performance of part of her famous musical number, "As Long as He Needs Me."

           Please enjoy the 142nd episode of Lament of Hope highlighting Shani Wallis. Shani, you were such a gift to talk to. I am an absolute fan of your work in Oliver! I am so grateful we got to connect.

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Episode 141: Ekaterina Shelehova

 

Singer and songwriter

            Shelehova sat down with me in an intimate and personable interview to share her passion for music and performing, her mother's influence on her life and an upcoming album, as well as some of the countries she has visited and her Russian heritage. Ekaterina also has a new single dropping this Friday, the 25th!!

           Please enjoy the 141st episode of Lament of Hope highlighting Ekaterina Shelehova. Thank you, Ekaterina, for sharing your thoughts with me about music, family, and culture. It was such a gift to connect and to get to know you beyond the music. 

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Episode 140: Tom Turcich

 

10th person to walk around the globe

           Tom Turcich sat down with me and talked about his seven-year walking journey around the world that started in 2015. Tom is the 10th person to walk around the world while his travel companion, Savannah, is the first dog to do so. Tom walked thirty-eight countries amounting to a total of 28,000 miles. He shared with me the highs and lows of the journey as well as why he did it, what he learned, and how the concept of traveling has taken on a whole new meaning.

           Please enjoy the 140th episode of Lament of Hope highlighting Tom Turcich. Tom, thank you for sitting down and sharing part of your life story with me. I want to try walk-traveling now! I feel like I have missed so much with the typical travel experience. 

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Episode 139: Kami Cotler

 

Retired actress

           It was neat to get to connect with Kami Cotler over zoom! She was very easy to talk to, and candid on her thoughts concerning the education system. Kami has experience teaching high schoolers as well as founding two schools. She has a heart for educating children and helping them succeed.

           Please enjoy the 139th episode of Lament of Hope highlighting Kami Cotler. Kami, thank you for all you have done to help children in the education system, and for helping to create sweet memories for people around the globe as Elizabeth Walton. 

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