The Wealth Academy Podcast with Paul Lawrence Vann helps leaders, professionals, and entrepreneurs transform their money mindset, master financial literacy, and elevate their leadership skills. Our mantra is simple: Wealth Is More Than Just Money.Yes, money matters—but true wealth also means good health, strong relationships, purpose-driven success, and personal growth. Each episode blends solo insights and interviews with financial experts, leadership coaches, entrepreneurs, authors, and consultants who share strategies on financial freedom, wealth building, personal development, and holistic success.If you’ve ever wondered how to create a life that balances financial security, leadership growth, mindset mastery, and spiritual well-being, this podcast is for you. Subscribe today and learn how to achieve wealth that lasts—beyond money, beyond possessions, and into true fulfillment.Contact us at info@paulvannspeaks.com or call (800) 341-6719 to connect or inquire about guest opportunities.

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Welcome to Wealth Academy Podcast, where wealth is more than just money.I’m your host, Paul Lawrence Vann, The Leadership Catalyst and today we’re discussing an issue that affects every household in America: how to navigate today’s challenging economy.Food costs more. Energy prices remain unpredictable. Housing is expensive. Interest rates are placing pressure on borrowers, and many workers are concerned about the stability of their jobs.The good news is that you do not have to control the entire economy to improve your personal economy.You cannot control inflation, interest rates, government policies, or the stock market. However, you can control how you spend, save, borrow, earn, and prepare.During today’s episode, I will share the five most important financial issues consumers should focus on during these challenging times:Number one: controlling the rising cost of living.Number two: building an emergency cash reserve.Number three: reducing high-interest debt.Number four: protecting and expanding your income.And number five: making disciplined housing and investment decisions.Let’s get started.

Episode 341 - Five Financial Priorities for Navigating Today's Challenging Economy

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Welcome back to the Wealth Academy Podcast, where we focus on helping you strengthen your financial knowledge, think strategically about wealth, and make informed financial decisions.Today we&#39;re discussing a subject that can create enormous uncertainty for investors:How do you navigate the stock market when geopolitical conflict, war, inflation, economic weakness, and market volatility are all competing for your attention?When headlines become alarming, investors can feel pressure to do something immediately.Sell.Move everything into cash.Buy gold.Buy defense stocks.Jump into oil.Or try to predict exactly what the market will do next.But successful investing during uncertain periods isn&#39;t necessarily about predicting the next headline.It&#39;s about understanding risk, valuation, diversification, liquidity, time horizon, and your own behavior.So today we&#39;re going to examine what investors should consider when geopolitical and economic pressures collide—and I&#39;ll give you practical tips you can use to evaluate your own investment strategy.A quick reminder before we begin: this podcast is for educational purposes only. Nothing discussed today should be considered individualized investment, tax, or financial advice. Your circumstances are unique, so consider consulting an appropriately qualified professional before making major financial decisions.Let&#39;s get into it.

Episode #340 Navigating the Stock Market During a War and Challenging Economic Times

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Core message: Wealth is not built by one dramatic move. It is built by leading your money with intention, consistency, and a written plan.What if the next 12 months could become the strongest financial year of your life—not because you won the lottery, received an inheritance, or discovered a secret investment, but because you made ten intentional decisions and followed through?The truth is that most people do not need another get-rich-quick promise. They need a practical wealth-building system. Today, I am sharing ten moves that can help you strengthen your cash flow, reduce financial stress, invest more consistently, and increase your net worth during the next year.Stay with me, because at the end of this episode, I will give you a simple 12-month action plan you can begin today.OpeningWelcome to Wealth Academy Podcast, where wealth is more than just money. I am your host, Paul Lawrence Vann, founder and president of Wealth Building Academy and known as The Leadership Catalyst.On this podcast, we talk about financial intelligence, leadership, personal growth, and the decisions that help people build a stronger life and a lasting legacy.Before we begin, remember that this episode is for educational purposes. It is not individualized investment, tax, or legal advice. Consider speaking with a qualified professional about your personal circumstances.Today&#39;s episode is titled, “The Top 10 Things Consumers Can Do to Build Wealth Over the Next 12 Months.”Notice that I said build wealth. Building is an active process. It requires a foundation, a blueprint, the right tools, and consistent work. Wealth is rarely created through one spectacular decision. It is usually created through ordinary decisions repeated long enough to produce extraordinary results.Here is my assessment: During the next 12 months, your greatest opportunities are not predicting the next hot stock or perfectly timing the economy. They are controlling what you can control—your spending, saving, debt, taxes, investing, income, protection, and behavior.Let us walk through ten practical moves.

Episode 339 - The Top 10 Things Consumers Can Do To Build Wealth in The Next Twelve Months

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Welcome to Wealth Academy Podcast. I’m your host, Paul Lawrence Vann.Today, we&#39;re going to talk about a number so large that it can almost seem meaningless: nearly $40 trillion in U.S. national debt.Trillion.Not billion. Trillion.But here is the question I want you to think about:What does the national debt have to do with your mortgage, your credit cards, your retirement, your grocery bill, your investments, or your children’s financial future?More than you might think.This episode is not about Republicans versus Democrats. It is not about blaming one administration or another.This is about your money.Because Washington has its economy—but you have an economy too.I call it your personal economy.And while you may not be able to control what Congress spends, what the Federal Reserve does, where interest rates go, or how large the national debt becomes, you have much more control over your personal economy.Today, I&#39;m going to explain what America&#39;s enormous national debt can mean for ordinary citizens—and then I&#39;m going to give you practical steps for positioning yourself and your family to navigate an uncertain economy.Welcome to Wealth Academy Podcast, where we believe:Wealth is more than just money.Let&#39;s get started. 1:30–4:00 | WHAT EXACTLY IS THE NATIONAL DEBT?First, let&#39;s simplify this.The national debt represents the accumulation of money the federal government has borrowed over time.When the federal government spends more money than it receives in revenue during a year, it runs a budget deficit.To finance that deficit, the government borrows.One year of borrowing gets added to previous years of borrowing.Over decades, those deficits accumulate into the national debt.Think about a household.Suppose a family earns $80,000 a year but consistently spends $95,000.The difference has to come from somewhere.Maybe they use credit cards.Maybe they borrow against their home.Maybe they take out personal loans.Eventually, the debt begins to accumulate.The United States government is obviously very different from a household. It issues its own currency, operates the world&#39;s largest economy, and can borrow by issuing Treasury securities.But one principle remains important:Borrowing has a cost.And that cost is interest.According to the Congressional Budget Office&#39;s 2026 projections, net federal interest costs are expected to exceed $1 trillion during 2026.Think about that.More than one trillion dollars going toward interest.That is money that cannot simultaneously be used for other national priorities.And this is where the national debt begins to connect with your personal economy.

Episode 338 - America’s $40 Trillion Debt Problem: What It Means for Your Money and What You Can Do About It

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Help consumers understand what is happening in today&#39;s economy without becoming overwhelmed by the headlines—and provide practical actions they can take to manage expenses, reduce financial vulnerability, increase income, and continue building wealth.________________________________________0:00–2:00 | Opening — Don&#39;t Let the Economy Control Your Financial FutureOpening thought: Welcome to Wealth Academy Podcast. I&#39;m your host, Paul Lawrence Vann, and as I always remind you, wealth is more than just money. Today I&#39;m discussing something affecting virtually every household in America: the economy.You may be asking: • Why does my paycheck seem to buy less?• Why are groceries, gasoline, housing, insurance, and other necessities so expensive?• Should I save, invest, or pay down debt?• What happens if the economy slows?• How can I prepare my family financially? Here&#39;s the message I want you to remember:You cannot control the economy, but you can control how you respond to it.Economic uncertainty requires financial awareness, discipline, and action.Today, I gave you seven moves consumers can make to successfully navigate today&#39;s economy. Rate and review this episode on Apple Podcasts, provide a 5-Star rating, thank you: https://tinyurl.com/bdrwth6y________________________________________

Episode 337 - Navigating America's Economy: 7 Moves to Protect Your Money and Build Wealth

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In Episode 336 of the Wealth Academy Podcast, Paul Lawrence Vann delivers one of the most important wealth-building truths you will ever hear:Your wealth strategy will never outperform your self-leadership.Before you grow your portfolio…Before you build multiple streams of income…Before you achieve financial freedom…You must learn to lead yourself.In this powerful episode, Paul explains why discipline, emotional control, clarity of vision, and daily financial habits matter more than market timing, stock tips, or side hustles. Wealth is not first a money issue, it is a leadership issue.If you’ve ever struggled with consistency in saving, investing, or following through on financial goals, this episode will challenge you to examine the root cause, your personal leadership capacity.This is not about motivation.This is about mastery.Because wealth doesn’t respond to hype — it responds to disciplined behavior repeated over time. Why You Should Listen to This Episode • To understand why self-leadership is the foundation of financial success • To learn how emotional discipline impacts investment decisions • To discover how daily habits determine long-term wealth outcomes • To identify the behaviors that sabotage financial growth • To develop clarity around your written wealth vision • To strengthen your financial consistency during market uncertainty • To shift from reactive money management to intentional wealth strategy • To build a leadership-based approach to generational wealth • To stop drifting financially and start leading your financial future

Episode 336 - Lead Yourself to Wealth: The Discipline Before the Dollars

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In Episode 335 of the Wealth Academy Podcast, Paul Lawrence Vann delivers a powerful and strategic message about one of the most important principles in modern wealth building:One stream of income creates survival.Multiple streams create legacy.In today’s economic climate, where layoffs, inflation, and market volatility are realities, relying on a single paycheck is no longer a wealth strategy. It’s a vulnerability.In this episode, Paul breaks down why building multiple income streams is essential for financial stability, freedom, and generational wealth. He explains how earned income alone rarely produces long-term prosperity and how wealth builders intentionally create asset-based, leveraged, and ownership-driven income streams.This is not about chasing side hustles randomly.This is about building structured, intentional, income-producing systems that outlive you.If you want to stop depending solely on employment and start building income that multiplies, compounds, and transfers to future generations — this episode provides the blueprint.Because wealth is not what you earn.It’s what you build.It’s what you own.It’s what you leave behind. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: • Why relying on one paycheck limits long-term wealth creation • The difference between earned income and leveraged income • How dividend stocks, real estate, and business ownership create sustainable cash flow • Why asset ownership is critical for generational wealth • How to identify additional income streams aligned with your skills • The importance of consistency when building passive income • Why lifestyle inflation can destroy wealth-building momentum • How to create a five-year multiple income strategy • The mindset shift required to move from employee thinking to ownership thinking

Episode 335: Seven Streams One Legacy: Why Multiple Incomes Are the Blueprint for Generational Wealth

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In Episode 334 of the Wealth Academy Podcast, Paul Lawrence Vann — The Leadership Catalyst reveals the powerful truth most people overlook:Your bank account follows your belief system.Before you multiply money…You must master your mindset.In this transformational episode, Paul breaks down how your thoughts, habits, emotional discipline, and financial intentions directly shape your wealth outcomes. If you’ve ever wondered why some professionals earn six figures yet struggle financially while others steadily build wealth with clarity and confidence, this episode provides the answer.A healthy wealth mindset is not about chasing money.It’s about building discipline, strategy, and long-term financial maturity.Paul walks listeners through eight powerful questions that challenge you to evaluate your money beliefs, spending habits, emotional triggers, and investment behavior. He also shares the foundational pillars required to create sustainable financial freedom, not temporary financial success.What You’ll Learn in This Episode: • Why your mindset is the foundation of your financial success • How your early beliefs about money influence your current wealth habits • The difference between emotional spending and intentional investing • Why financial discipline matters more than income level • How to shift from a consumer mindset to an investor mindset • The role of written financial intentions in building long-term wealth • How to respond strategically — not emotionally — to financial setbacks • The three pillars required to build a healthy wealth mindset foundation • Why mastering your thoughts is the first step to multiplying your money

Episode 334: Master the Mind, Multiply the Money: The Foundation of a Healthy Wealth Mindset

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Paul Lawrence Vann, The Leadership Catalyst delivers a powerful message on the connection between self-leadership and wealth building. February is known as the month of love, but it transcends the entire year. But what if the greatest act of love is leading yourself with discipline, clarity, and financial intention? In this transformative episode, Paul challenges listeners to examine whether they truly trust themselves with wealth. He breaks down the leadership behaviors that determine financial outcomes and explains why wealth is not about income; it is about identity, habits, and intentional living. If you’ve ever struggled with consistency in saving, investing, or following through on your financial goals, this episode provides the blueprint you need. You will learn how emotional discipline, written wealth vision, and daily leadership habits shape your long-term financial freedom. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: • Why self-leadership is the foundation of financial success• The behavioral habits that separate wealth builders from consumers• How to shift from emotional spending to intentional investing• The importance of writing your 2026 wealth vision• How discipline and delayed gratification accelerate compound growth• Why mindset maturity matters more than market timing

Episode 333: Love Yourself Enough to Lead Yourself: The Wealth Blueprint

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In This Episode, You’ll Learn:<ul><li>Why everyone has a wealth philosophy—whether they realize it or not</li><li>How unconscious money beliefs sabotage financial progress</li><li>The connection between self-leadership and wealth creation</li><li>How to redefine wealth beyond income and net worth</li><li>Practical reflection questions to clarify your personal wealth philosophy</li></ul>Key Themes:<ul><li>Mindset over mechanics</li><li>Leadership before money</li><li>Wealth as a long-term system, not a short-term event</li><li>Alignment between values, behavior, and legacy</li></ul> <blockquote>“Wealth is never just about dollars, it’s about decisions. And the most important decision you’ll ever make is who you choose to become on the journey.”</blockquote>Until next time, remember, lead yourself first, and wealth will follow.Discover more at: https://www.paulvannspeaks.com

Episode 332 - Your Philosophy on Wealth: The Beliefs That Shape Your Financial Destiny

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In this episode of the Wealth Academy Podcast, Paul Lawrence Vann explores the power of influential leadership. why it matters, how it differs from positional leadership, and the practical steps anyone can take to grow their influence regardless of title or role.Topics Covered:<ul><li>The true definition of influential leadership</li><li>Why influence matters more than authority</li><li>Core traits of high-impact leaders</li><li>How to build trust, credibility, and long-term influence</li><li>Practical leadership actions you can take immediately</li></ul> Key Takeaway: Influence is earned through self-leadership, integrity, and consistent value—not position.Connect with Paul Lawrence Vann:<ul><li>Website: paulvannspeaks.com</li><li>Podcast: Wealth Academy Podcast</li><li>Speaking &amp; Coaching: Leadership Development Programs</li></ul>

Episode 331 - Influential Leadership: How to Lead Without a Title and Create Lasting Impact

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In this episode of the Wealth Academy Podcast, we explore why 2026 demands more than ambition, it requires a powerful mindset, deep self-awareness, and intentional relationships. Learn how knowing yourself and knowing the people in your circle personally and professionally can shape your leadership, income, and legacy.Key Takeaways:<ul><li>Why mindset is the foundation for success in 2026</li><li>How self-awareness fuels better decisions and leadership</li><li>The impact your circle has on your personal and professional growth</li><li>Practical reflection questions to reset your year with clarity</li></ul>Perfect For:<ul><li>Professionals ready for growth</li><li>Leaders seeking clarity and influence</li><li>Anyone serious about wealth, leadership, and personal mastery</li></ul>

Episode 330 - Mindset, Self-Leadership, and the Power of Knowing Your Circle in 2026

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What if 2026 is the year everything changes, not because your boss changes, not because the economy changes, but because you change?Welcome to the Wealth Academy Podcast, where we talk about leadership, money, and the decisions that shape your future. I’m your host, Paul Lawrence Vann, and today’s episode is about one thing: momentum.A new year doesn’t reward intentions, it rewards action. And in 2026, the people who will win are those who:<ul><li>Lead themselves with discipline</li><li>Position themselves for promotion</li><li>Invest intentionally in the stock market</li><li>And step into visibility and influence</li><li> </li></ul>In this episode, I’m going to show you how to lean into 2026 with clarity and confidence, and I’ll invite you into a few powerful opportunities I’ve created to help you do exactly that.Let’s get into it.Let me leave you with this:2026 will reward those who are decisive.Not perfect. Not fearless. Decisive.If you want a different outcome this year, you need a different approach:<ul><li>Lead yourself before leading others</li><li>Position yourself for promotion</li><li>Invest with intention</li><li>Step into visibility and influence</li></ul> This is your season to rise.

Episode 329: 2026 Is Your Year to Rise: Get Promoted, Invest Smarter, and Lead with Confidence

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In this reflective episode of the Wealth Academy Podcast, Paul Lawrence Vann explores the powerful lessons this year revealed about leading yourself first. Drawing from lived experience and leadership insight, Paul shares how self-awareness, discipline, boundaries, and mindset shape authentic leadership. This episode is a reminder that true leadership begins internally—and when you master yourself, you multiply your impact everywhere else.Key Themes:<ul><li>Self-leadership as the foundation of influence</li><li>Discipline, habits, and boundaries</li><li>Growth through reflection and resilience</li><li>Leading with clarity in every season</li></ul>Listen, reflect, and apply these lessons as you prepare for your next level of leadership.

Episode 328 - What This Year Taught Me About Leading Myself First

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In this powerful solo episode, Paul Lawrence Vann shares the faith and focus practices that have kept him grounded through every season of leadership, military service, entrepreneurship, authorship, and personal growth. Listeners will discover how intentional faith practices, disciplined focus, and spiritual alignment create resilience, clarity, and sustainable leadership. This episode is a must-listen for leaders seeking calm, confidence, and purpose in the midst of life’s demands.Key Takeaways:<ul><li>Why grounding is essential for modern leaders</li><li>How faith supports clarity and resilience</li><li>Practical focus habits to eliminate distraction</li><li>Building a personal faith-and-focus framework</li></ul> Tap into these key takeaways and embrace a holistic perspective going forward in your life. Remember, you&#39;re not competing with anyone, it all comes down to the person you see in the mirror each day.

Episode 327 - Faith, Focus and Financial Freedom

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What Legacy Really Means and How I&#39;m Building One That LastsIn this powerful and reflective episode, Paul explores the deeper meaning of legacy—far beyond financial resources or family inheritance. He shares the personal journey, values, leadership experiences, and intentional practices that are shaping his legacy today.Listeners will learn:<ul><li>The real definition of legacy and why most professionals misunderstand it</li><li>How personal purpose forms the foundation of a meaningful legacy</li><li>Why legacy-building starts long before retirement</li><li>How leadership, values, and daily actions create impact across generations</li><li>The first step to take today to begin building a legacy that outlasts you</li></ul> A must-listen for mid-career professionals, leaders, entrepreneurs, and anyone who desires a life of significance, not just success.

Episode 326 - What Legacy Really Means and How I'm Building One That Lasts

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In this deeply authentic and transformative episode, Paul opens up about the personal turning point that shifted his journey from income-driven to purpose-driven. He reveals the mindset shift, habits, and leadership principles that helped him reclaim clarity, meaning, and direction.Listeners will learn:<ul><li>The hidden cost of paycheck chasing</li><li>Why purpose produces more sustainable success</li><li>How self-leadership changes your professional and personal life</li><li>Practical steps for transitioning to purpose-driven living</li><li>How to overcome resistance, fear, and uncertainty</li><li> </li></ul>This episode is perfect for mid-career professionals, leaders, and anyone who feels stuck in the cycle of working hard but feeling unfulfilled.

Episode 325 - Why I Stopped Chasing the Paycheck and Started Living on Purpose

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In this powerful episode of the Wealth Academy Podcast, host Paul Lawrence Vann interviews Dr. Munira Zahabi, The Niche Navigator and Amazon best-selling author about the transformational power of discovering your niche. Dr. Munira breaks down the process of finding your unique value, standing out in competitive industries, and developing a message that resonates deeply with your ideal audience. From personal leadership to business growth, this episode delivers actionable insights for entrepreneurs, mid-career professionals, and anyone seeking clarity and purpose.What You Will Learn:<ul><li>Why niche clarity is the foundation for business and career success</li><li>The symptoms of being misaligned with your true niche</li><li>How to articulate your value with confidence and authority</li><li>The mindset shifts required to step into visibility</li><li>Practical steps to begin identifying and owning your niche</li><li>How niche clarity accelerates leadership opportunities and financial growth</li><li> </li></ul>Guest Links: • Website: <a href="http://www.thenichenavigator.com" rel="nofollow">www.thenichenavigator.com</a> • Link Hub: <a href="https://munira.link" rel="nofollow">https://munira.link</a> • Phone: 818-854-4704

Episode 324 - From Confusion to Clarity: Dr. Munira Zahabi’s Niche Navigation Framework

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In this powerful episode, host Paul Lawrence Vann welcomes Faith Rumer, performance empowerment coach, voice and speech consultant, singer-songwriter, actor, and author of Truly Be Seen and Heard.Faith shares her journey from performer to globally sought-after voice coach and reveals how your voice is the key to authentic communication, leadership, and confidence.Listeners will learn how to access their true voice, connect from the heart, and use presence to influence and inspire.<h3>Key Topics Covered</h3> <ul><li>Faith’s personal journey to becoming a performance empowerment coach</li><li>The connection between voice, mindset, and confidence</li><li>How to move from invisible to visible in your personal and professional life</li><li>Vocal and breathing techniques that unlock authentic expression</li><li>What it means to “raise your impact” through presence</li><li>Insights from her new book Truly Be Seen and Heard</li><li>Why your voice is your most powerful leadership tool</li><li>How to overcome fear and self-doubt when communicating</li></ul> Email: <a href="mailto:Faith@RaisingYourImpact.com" rel="nofollow">Faith@RaisingYourImpact.com</a>Phone: 310 948-4335 Voice, Presentation &amp; Performance Coach<a href="https://raisingyourimpact.com/" rel="nofollow">https://raisingyourimpact.com/</a> Speaker<a href="https://www.faithrumer.com/" rel="nofollow">https://www.faithrumer.com/</a> Voice, Singing, Acting &amp; Dialect Coach<a href="https://theartistfirst.com/" rel="nofollow">https://theartistfirst.com/</a>

Episode 323 - Truly Be Seen and Heard, Unlocking Your Authentic Voice with Faith Rumer

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In this transformative episode, Paul Lawrence Vann interviews Karen Lee Cohen, a trailblazer in broadcast television and peace-centered storytelling. Together, they explore how the power of story can enlighten minds, heal hearts, and connect humanity on a deeper level. Karen discusses the inspiration behind her collaborative book “Let’s Be Peace,” which brings together 20 authors to share their unique pathways toward healing and inner calm. Drawing from her illustrious career in media, she reveals how creative leadership and authentic storytelling can cultivate peace both personally and globally. This conversation will inspire anyone seeking to live with more purpose, compassion, and presence in a noisy, divided world. What You’ll Learn in This Episode - The inspiration behind “Let’s Be Peace” and the 20 collaborators who made it possible - How storytelling heals both the storyteller and the listener - Practical ways to create and maintain peace in your everyday life - Lessons from an Emmy-winning career that shaped Karen’s view of leadership and media’s responsibility to inspire - Why peace starts within and how to share it outwardly in meaningful ways - The role of empathy and awareness in creating global connection through creative work Memorable Quotes from Karen Lee Cohen “Peace begins when we tell the truth about ourselves and listen deeply to others.” “Healing the world begins with healing our inner world first.” Discover more about Karens&#39; Let&#39;s Be and Let&#39;s Be Peace movement at: www.LetsBePeace.com

Episode 322 - Karen Lee Cohen Emmy Award Recipient on The Book, Let's Be Peace

Wealth Is More Than Just Money

The Wealth Academy Podcast host asks listeners, "Who doesn't want to be wealthy or at least financially secure. We agree with listeners that money is essential to being able to take care of one's needs and wants however there are more important aspects of life that create and define wealth. Our mantra is 'Wealth Is More Than Just Money." The Wealth Academy Podcast delves into a multitude of elements that constitute wealth and host Paul Lawrence Vann will provide solo broadcast and invite guest experts such as coaches, speakers, authors, financial experts, relationship experts, and consultants to assist in listeners better understanding what true wealth consists of good health, love, good relationships, compassion, understanding, a healthy mind, body, and spirit. If one thinks all they need is money to be happy they will be sadly disappointed, subscribe, listen in, and discover what a wealthy life really consists of. Wealth Academy Podcast interviews guest experts, e-mail us at info@paulvannspeaks.com and or call us (800) 341-6719.