The Strive, Thrive & Shine podcast, with host Brande Nicole Martin, MA, is a motivational and inspirational podcast for emerging and experienced women leaders in search of tips and strategies on how to manage your busy personal and professional lives. 

In this first episode of the podcast series, I will tell you about the focus of the podcast series, what inspired me to start it, and the type of guests I will have on the show. Also, I will share a little about my story and background. 

In this episode, you will hear from guest Charlyne Blatcher Martin, MA. Charlyne is a poet, playwright, journalist and creator and host of the Comcast talk show “Something to Talk About.” 

She has written several plays, and in 2002 had the world premiere of her play “Crossing Bridges” at Rock Valley College, in Illinois; Charlyne won a Writing Digest award for her play “A Week in August” in 1997. Throughout the years, Charlyne has written numerous news articles and profiles for a variety of different magazines on topics ranging from health care to history. 

Charlyne released her new poetry collection “Walking Through Memories" and you will learn more about her inspiration and insights about the collection as well as hear her read a few poems from her new book.

Purchase "Walking Through Memories" on amazon.com or barnesandnoble.com.
Find out more about Charlyne at charlyneblatchermartin.com.