Tiny Sparks, Big Flames with Deb Gaut
Want to know what it’s REALLY like to follow your dreams? Dive into personal stories and success secrets of inspiring creatives, innovators, and difference makers, along with leadership and success coach Deb Gaut. If you would love a backstage pass, join us every week for these enlightening, engaging interviews. Program length: 25-30 mins/episode. Release schedule: Tuesdays at 12:30 a.m. (U.S./Central)
Episodes
30 episodes
Defy Limits and Tap In with Eneazer Layne
Every now and then, someone touches your life with the incredible power of their story. Such is the case with Eneazer Layne, the beloved life and leadership coach, visionary founder of IMAGERY International “I Am” Movement, and the ...
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Season 3
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Episode 10
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29:36
Strength in Humility with Artist Mark Witzling
In this engaging masterclass in leadership and art, I talk with contemporary abstract oil painter, Mark Witzling. We talk about his unconventional journey from corporate America to leadership of a beloved, nonprofit arts organization to artist....
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Season 3
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Episode 9
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27:52
You Can Do It Scared with Christi Nix Bloomer
My guest today is executive leadership coach, Christi Nix Bloomer, founder of In the Arena Coaching. In this wide-ranging interview, we talk about her remarkable journey from small town America to consulting for a global company to becoming the...
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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28:26
On the Road with Artist Michelle McLendon
In this delightful interview, I chat with award-winning artist Michelle McLendon, the founder and creative force behind The Purple Onion Books. We talk about her compelling story, the inspirations behind her exquisite, hand-bound journals and s...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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23:52
Yellow M&Ms + Quilt Art with Kristen Edens
In this deeply personal interview, I talk with Kristen Edens, the talented quilt artist and founding owner of Edens Heirlooms. We talk about the difficult twists and turns of her earlier careers—and the month-long travel sabbatical that changed...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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38:27
Head, Heart, Hand with Tommy Simpson
This special episode of TSBF features internationally acclaimed artist Tommy Simpson, whose award-winning work has been shown in more than 100 exhibitions in the U.S. and around the globe. Truly a national treasure, Tommy is that rarest of arti...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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47:03
Jump the Line with Marty K. Casey
In this inspiring, deeply personal interview, I talk with Dr. Marty K. Casey, the talented actress, activist, and founder of Show Me Arts Foundation and UnGUN Institute. We dive into the pivotal moments and greatest challenges in her life and c...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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37:17
One Thing Always Leads to Another With Mary Beth Flynn
In this refreshing, upbeat interview, I talk with Mary Beth Flynn, an exceptionally gifted watercolor and pen & ink artist and founder of Artfully Aging, a national, watercolor art program for senior living communities and clients at all le...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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36:26
Living Our Best Lives with Alyssa Hawn
As a young, hip, 30-something professional, Alyssa Hawn is anything but the stereotypical holistic health coach, whatever that might look like in your mind’s eye. She’s whip smart, light-hearted, and exceptionally witty. She’s also gracious, po...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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34:21
Roll With It! with Katie and Steve Banister
In this powerful, uplifting interview, I talk with Katie and Steve Banister, two extraordinary disability educators and co-founders of Access-4-All. We explore their remarkable story of tragedy and triumph, what it takes to follow a passion or ...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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37:06
From Rock 'N' Roll to YouTube with Bob Baker
Bob Baker is that rarest of creatives. He’s an accomplished musician, singer, song writer, author, improv performer, and YouTube content creator, and he’s been successful in each of these arenas. In this delightfully inspiring and engaging inte...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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43:50
Leaping Tall Buildings with Linda Smith
In this engaging interview, I talk with Linda Smith, an exceptionally talented leadership coach and learning consultant, and the founder of Jetstream Coaching and Consulting. We dive into her interesting journey in the world of coaching, the in...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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17:21
The Perfect Shot with Marian Brickner
Joining us for today’s show is the remarkable international wildlife photographer Marian Brickner, who shares her fascinating story and the lessons she has learned from following her dreams. You’ll hear about the surprising way she got started ...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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28:13
Art—And So Much More with Mary Martin
Artist and gallerist Mary Martin is my wildly talented guest on today’s show. As both an acrylic collage artist and the owner of Green Door Art Gallery in Saint Louis, Mary shares a wealth of knowledge and wisdom during our delightful interview...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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33:56
Getting Connected with Kathy Bernard
Joining me for today’s interview is LinkedIn guru Kathy Bernard, the delightful founder and CEO of WiserU, a company that specializes in helping people leverage the power of LinkedIn for business and career development. You’ll learn about her j...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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21:39
Mighty Impact, Mighty Cricket with Sarah Schlafly
My guest on today’s episode is Sarah Schlafly, the pioneering founder and driving force behind Mighty Cricket, whose mission is “to build a more sustainable food supply to feed the world’s exponentially growing population.” You’ll hear her rema...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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40:42
Dancing in the Kitchen w/ Elvis with Christine Webb
My guest on today’s episode is the wildly talented writer, Christine Webb, author of the forthcoming young adult (YA) book, The Art of Insanity. We dive into her fascinating story as an aspiring writer, beginning in middle school; the ...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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21:31
Clean Living + Exactly Zero with Michael and Charlotte Fritzius
In this warm, light-hearted, inspiring interview, I’m joined by Michael and Charlotte Fritzius, the dynamic duo and co-founders of Exactly Zero, a clean-living company based in Saint Louis. We talk about how a cancer diagnosis for Michael becam...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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27:12
Living Limitlessly with Bridgette Simmonds
In this inspiring interview, I talk with Bridgette Simmonds, the exceptionally talented life + leadership coach and founder of Limitless by Bridgette. We dive into her personal journey from corporate America to coach, speaker, and facilitator e...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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33:03
Sharing Dreams + Creating Connection with Karen Hoffman
In this powerful, engaging interview, I talk with Karen Hoffman, the visionary and chief possibilities officer of Gateway to Dreams – and founding publisher of Be the Change magazine. We dive into her remarkable story, real-life heroes...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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26:20
Tiny Sparks, Big Flames Season 2 Trailer
Welcome back to the Tiny Sparks, Big Flames podcast. We're delighted to join you on your extraordinary journey! In Season 2, we take the podcast to a whole new level with 10 MORE inspiring creatives, innovators, and difference makers like YOU w...
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Season 2
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Episode 0
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3:22
Exploding Kilns + High Drama with Kina Crow
In this delightfully candid interview, I talk with the wildly creative Kina Crow, an ὕber award-winning, mixed-media artist. Kina takes us on her fascinating journey from Hollywood wardrobe departments to the outdoor art festival scene wi...
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Season 1
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31:10
Red Pencils + Bucket Lists with Fred Miller
This lively, informative interview features Fred Miller, a compelling speaker, writer, and international coach. Fred is the author of five popular books in his No Sweat Public Speaking series. In this episode, we talk about his journey...
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Season 1
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20:31
Shake Before Reading with Cynthia Correll
Today’s interview features the delightfully creative mixed-media artist, Cynthia Correll. We highlight her artistic journey from book artist to communication architect to mixed-media artist; the magic of visuals, words, and structure that...
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Season 1
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26:57