Daniel Small - Senior Municipal Bond Trader/Strategist & Aikido Instructor

Hello Episode 11! After a great episode with Annie Small, we're thrilled to introduce you to her husband, Daniel Small! Danny's a senior municipal bond trader and strategist and Aikido instructor. In this video, he discusses how they've kept their relationship fresh after thirty-two years, his love for finance and game theory, mindfulness, a global view of harmony, and so much more. Thanks, Danny!

Related links:
https://www.aikidoschoolsofnj.com/
https://saluteheroes.org/
https://wish.org/
https://www.rbcwealthmanagement.com/en-us/

Parviz Ghahramani - Author, Researcher, Owner of Inncelerex, & Pilot

In this episode of The Peace of Persistence, host Abigail Wright meets with Parviz Ghahramani, author, award-winning researcher, owner of Inncelerex, and pilot. Watch as Parviz shares his wisdom about being positive in any situation, listening to advice and criticism, constant learning, how to use other pursuits to refresh your mind for work, and so much more!
Tune in on January 8, 2016 for episode 10, with wealth manager Annie Small.

Related links:
Inncelerex - http://inncelerex.com/

Nicholas Pallesen (Part 1) - Hypnotherapist & Opera Singer

In this episode of The Peace of Persistence, host Abigail Wright meets with Nicholas Pallesen, hypnotist and opera singer. Watch as they discuss his roots with hypnotherapy, why it's so effective, the difference connection has made in his life, and the number one way that people get in the way of their happiness and success.
This is the first half of a two-part interview! Stay tuned Friday, October 30 for part two with Nicholas.

Brandon Mayberry - Opera Singer, Co-Owner of Swirlz Cupcakes, & Living Kidney Donor

What does it take to sing in the full time chorus at the Metropolitan Opera, own a thriving cupcake business, and tangibly contribute to the lives of those around you? Join bass-baritone and Swirlz Cupcakes co-owner Brandon Mayberry and host Abigail Wright as they talk about his trip around the world, his experience as a living organ donor, gratitude, compassion, and how to de-stress in a busy life. In this extended audio version, you can also hear how he studied opera for free, a heartbreaking story about the fragility of life, the importance of optimism, charity, and his advice for going full steam ahead with goals and jumping at opportunity when unseen forces make it possible.

Related links:
The Metropolitan Opera Chorus: https://www.metchorusartists.com/
The National Kidney Foundation: https://www.kidney.org/

Paul Nelson - 99-year-old Retired Nuclear Engineer

Meet Paul Nelson, a 99-year-old retired nuclear engineer who worked at Dupont, the Hanford engineering branch of the Manhattan Project, and for the Atomic Energy Commission. Hear his discussion with host Abigail Wright, as he talks about his feelings about the atomic bombs in WW2 and his secrets to longevity, relationships, lifelong learning, and living each day. In this extended audio version, you can also hear his thoughts on the future of nuclear energy, the importance of nature in his life, what it was like working on the Manhattan Project and his thoughts on the Hanford cleanup site.

Related links:
Pandora's Promise - https://robertstoneproductions.com/project/pandoras-promise/

Blake Robinson - Photographer & Retired Investment Manager

Welcome to Episode 2 of The Peace of Persistence, where I interview Blake Robinson, retired investment manager and thriving photographer, mentor, volunteer, and husband. I've known Blake now for years as a photographer and friend, and just sitting in his company for the day brought so much warmth and joy to me. Since then, I've thought a lot about living a life of integrity and being consistent in how I treat others and myself. Of course, it also didn't hurt that we did a great headshot session for opera photos afterwards! I hope this episode provokes you in the best of all possible ways, as it has done for me.

Related links:
https://artandgiclee.net/collections/blake-robinson