In this episode of Motivational Talks with Ash, we sit down with Noel Perez—entrepreneur, DJ, hospitality leader, and trading educator—for an honest conversation about addiction, redemption, and the life-changing power of faith.

Raised in a Christian home, Noel spent years searching for acceptance in all the wrong places. What began with a desire to fit in eventually led to addiction, broken relationships, and a season of chasing temporary highs that left him feeling empty. After hitting rock bottom, one phone call to his father became the turning point that changed everything.

Noel shares how detox, discipline, community, and a renewed relationship with Christ transformed his life and gave him a new purpose: serving others and helping them discover hope, no matter where they've been.

This episode is a powerful reminder that your past does not define your future, healing is possible, and it's never too late to start over.

Connect with Noel via Instagram @noeladamperez

In this episode of Motivational Talks with Ash, we sit down with Drew Norton, speaker, podcast host, and Co-founder of The Abundant Man.

After a family emergency reshaped his perspective on life, Drew embarked on a journey of personal transformation that led to a 100-pound weight loss, a thriving career in sales leadership, and a mission to help others unlock their full potential.

Known as The Everyday Sales Leader, Drew believes that leadership is a choice, not a title. In this conversation, he shares how belonging creates the foundation for belief, why wanting more isn't selfish, and how personal growth allows us to better serve those around us.

This episode is about more than business or success—it's about becoming the person you're meant to be. Whether you're leading a team, leading a family, or simply trying to lead yourself through life's challenges, Drew's story is filled with powerful lessons on growth, purpose, resilience, and abundance.

To learn more about Drew visit click on the links below.

Website- https://theeverydaysalesleader.com/

Podcast- https://theeverydayleader.co/

Men's group- https://my.theabundantmanproject.com/

Instagram- @theeverydaysalesleader

In this episode of Motivational Talks with Ash, we sit down with Sam, founder of SamaySam, for a powerful conversation about trust, communication, and the deeper connection between humans and dogs.

Known for working with large groups of dogs off leash in a variety of environments and conditions, Sam has built a unique approach centered around understanding behavior and creating relationships where dogs willingly choose to listen.

After immigrating to Montreal without knowing the language, Sam found himself relating to the frustration animals may feel when they cannot fully communicate. What began as personal struggle evolved into a journey of observation, growth, and ultimately the creation of a thriving community dedicated to helping people better understand connection, trust, and behavior — both in dogs and in ourselves.

This episode is about far more than dog training. It’s about patience, awareness, leadership, and the power of connection.

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On this episode of Motivational Talks with Ash, Ashley sits down with Chad — also known as Ohenry — a lifelong musician, songwriter, and creative who shares his powerful journey of rebuilding his life from the inside out.

Chad opens up about his experience with functional alcoholism — how it can be hidden, normalized, and quietly take hold while everything on the outside appears “fine.”

After years of substance abuse, he made the life-changing decision to take control, choose sobriety, and let go of everything that no longer served him.

But this isn’t just a story about what he left behind… it’s about what he stepped into.

Through fitness, running, and reconnecting with his passion for music, Chad found strength, discipline, and a renewed sense of purpose.

Now, he’s fully embracing that purpose — pursuing his music career as a one-man band, with a new album dropping this June.

This episode is honest, relatable, and a powerful reminder that no matter how stuck someone may feel… it’s never too late to start over and rewrite their story.

Check out Ohenry's music here:

https://linktr.ee/Ohenryspizza

In this episode of Motivational Talks with Ash, Ashley sits down with Jess Winns — mother of four, entrepreneur, and author of Beneath the Skin — to talk about rewriting your story and building a life on your own terms.

After becoming a young mother at 19 while attending DePaul University, Jess made a powerful decision: she would not allow her circumstances to define her future. From earning her degree to founding Ari Rose and building purpose-driven businesses rooted in wellness, her journey is one of resilience, alignment, and intentional growth.

Together, they explore the connection between self-care, identity, leadership, and the courage it takes to evolve.

This conversation is layered, honest, and a reminder that true leadership begins within.

To learn more about Jess and her skin care, visit her website

www.jesswinns.comor

@AriRoseBodyCare on Instagram

In this powerful episode of Motivational Talks with Ash, we explore one of the most essential tools for healing, connection, and self-expression — your voice.

I’m joined by Barbara McAfee, a voice coach, author, speaker, and performer with over 30 years of experience helping people unlock the full potential of their voice. Barbara shares how voice is more than sound — it’s breath, presence, truth, and embodiment. Through her work, she helps people move beyond fear, self-doubt, and feeling unseen, and into authentic, flexible, and unforgettable self-expression.

This conversation is for anyone who has ever felt unheard, struggled to speak their truth, or sensed there was more power within their voice waiting to be reclaimed. Together, we dive into the connection between voice, breath, and identity — and how learning to truly use your voice can transform how you show up in your life, relationships, and purpose.

✨ If you’re ready to reconnect with your voice and step into it with confidence, this episode is for you.

Music By Barbara McAfee:

https://youtu.be/ZOuzuMx9wP4?si=0DjhCG4tpCuvv5uw

https://youtu.be/OqexOh9I4Z0?si=RbNGExVkgHjnF6NK

To learn More about Barbara visit her website:

barbaramcafee.com

Tammy Gibson is a keynote speaker, author, and founder of Tough Like Tammy, a movement empowering women to turn their challenges into confidence, purpose, and leadership. After surviving a life-altering illness that resulted in the loss of her right leg and months in the hospital, Tammy rebuilt her life with resilience and faith at the center. Today, she shares her powerful story on stages and media platforms across the country, reminding others that even in the face of adversity, there is always hope, strength, and the power to rise again.

To learn more about Tammy please visit her website:

https://www.toughliketammy.com/

instagram: @toughliketammy

linkedin: @toughliketammy

In this episode of Motivational Talks with Ash, we sit down with Jamar, Breathwork advocate and Co-founder of Gratitude Scents, the creators of the AWAKEN Breath Pod — an aromatherapy tool designed to enhance mindful breathing and gratitude practices.

Jamar shares his personal journey of discovering breathwork as a natural way to manage anxiety and how that experience inspired him to create a tool to help others find the same sense of calm and connection.

This conversation is a beautiful reminder that healing often begins with something as simple as taking a conscious breath.

To purchase a breath pod visit:

https://www.gratitudescents.com

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