The Intuition Bible with Happy Ali

Did you know there’s a way to tap into a wellspring of wisdom to guide you on your life’s journey? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Happy Ali on his new book The Intuition Bible: How and Why to Tap Into Your Inner Wisdom. Moments with Marianne airs in the Southern California area on KMET1490AM & 98.1 FM, an ABC Talk News Radio affiliate!  Happy Ali has a BA degree in psychology from UCLA, is a prophetic dreamer, certified master NLP practitioner, certified master clinical hypnotherapist, and host of the Happy Insights podcast. Happy’s spiritual journey began in 1995 when he dedicated his life to the exploration of metaphysical disciplines after a near-death experience inspired a dramatic awakening. http://www.HappyInsights.net For more show information visit: www.MariannePestana.com

Is GenAI safe to use or should we be cautious when using these tools? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Etay Maor, Chief Security Strategist at Cato Networks on the 2025 Cato CTRL Threat Report.Moments with Marianne airs in the Southern California area on KMET1490AM & 98.1 FM, an ABC Talk News Radio affiliate! Etay Maor is the chief security strategist at Cato Networks, a founding member of Cato CTRL, and an industry-recognized cybersecurity researcher.  Prior to joining Cato in 2021, Etay was the chief security officer for IntSights (acquired by Rapid7), where he led strategic cybersecurity research and security services. Etay has also held senior security positions at Trusteer (acquired by IBM), where he created and led breach response training and security research, and RSA Security’s Cyber Threats Research Labs, where he managed malware research and intelligence teams. Etay is an adjunct professor at Boston College and is part of the Call for Paper (CFP) committees for the RSA Conference and Qubits Conference. Etay holds a Master’s degree in Counterterrorism and Cyber-Terrorism and a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from IDC Herzliya. www.catonetworks.com/report  For more show information visit: www.MariannePestana.com

Can you ever leave your past behind, or does your past define you? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Nanda Reddy on her new book A Girl Within a Girl Within a Girl: A Novel. Moments with Marianne airs in the Southern California area on KMET1490AM & 98.1 FM, an ABC Talk News Radio affiliate! Nanda Reddy is a Guyanese American writer and former elementary school teacher. She immigrated to the U.S. with her family when she was nine years old and grew up in Miami, Florida. She loves visiting off-the-grid places, hiking, and painting with watercolors. A Girl Within a Girl Within a Girl is her first novel. https://www.nandareddy.com For more show information visit: www.MariannePestana.com

Are you tired of avoiding your feelings, but you’re not sure how to let that go? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Rachel Kaplan on her new book Feel, Heal, and Let That Sh*t Go: Your Guide to Emotional Resilience and Lasting Self-Love. Moments with Marianne airs in the Southern California area on KMET1490AM & 98.1 FM, an ABC Talk News Radio affiliate!    Rachel Kaplan, MA, MFT, is a licensed psychotherapist with a thriving practice in the San Francisco Bay Area. Creator and host of the acclaimed podcast Healing Feeling Sh*t Show, she is active on a variety of social media channels and has published multiple features in Common Ground. Kaplan has studied yoga, meditation, and hands-on healing practices in India and Nepal, earned a master’s degree in counseling psychology from the California Institute of Integral Studies, and trained in cutting-edge trauma modalities such as EMDR. https://thefeelingsmovement.com   For more show information visit: www.MariannePestana.com

Looking for a daily dose of inspiration and peace? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Mary Davis on her new book Every Day Spirit: A Daybook of Wisdom, Joy and Peace.  Moments with Marianne airs in the Southern California area on KMET1490AM & 98.1 FM, an ABC Talk News Radio affiliate! Mary Davis is a wisdom seeker, spiritual teacher, visionary, graphic artist and mystic entrepreneur. Her wallpaper app, Every Day Spirit Lock Screens, brings a little love, beauty and inspiration to phones around the world. Mary received her BSN from Georgetown University’s School of Nursing, after which she spent many fun years as a musician, songwriter, producer, piano teacher and yoga instructor.  She completed her Compassionate Bereavement Counseling certification in 2017 and works with parents who have lost children and in hospice care. She has a house by the sea and lives a contemplative life in harmony with nature. https://www.everydayspirit.netFor more show information visit: www.MariannePestana.com

Do you know the powerful story of the woman who helped shape the Harlem Renaissance? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Victoria Christopher Murray on her book Harlem Rhapsody. Moments with Marianne airs in the Southern California area on KMET1490AM & 98.1 FM, an ABC Talk News Radio affiliate! Victoria Christopher Murray is the New York Times bestselling author of more than 30 novels. Her novels, The Personal Librarian and The First Ladies, which she co-authored with Marie Benedict were both Instant New York Times bestsellers and her novel, Stand Your Ground won an NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Literary Work - Fiction. Four of her novels, Lust, Envy, Wrath and Greed have been made into TV movies for Lifetime. Visit her at www.victoriachristophermurray.com For more show information visit: www.MariannePestana.com

Do you know the true story of the Kingdom of the Happy Land? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Dolen Perkins-Valdez on her new book Happy Land.  Moments with Marianne airs in the Southern California area on KMET1490AM & 98.1 FM, an ABC Talk News Radio affiliate! Dolen Perkins-Valdez is the New York Times bestselling author of Take My Hand. Dolen is an Associate Professor of Literature at American University, a graduate of Harvard, and a former University of California President’s Postdoctoral Fellow at UCLA. https://dolenperkinsvaldez.com  For more show information visit: www.MariannePestana.com

What happens when the best and brightest from the Naval Academy Class of 1957 go on to quietly shape history? Would you believe that no one’s told their story, until now? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with James D. Paulk on his new book Shaking Up the World: Stories of the Naval Academy Class of 1957.Moments with Marianne airs in the Southern California area on KMET1490AM & 98.1 FM, an ABC Talk News Radio affiliate! James D. Paulk, born and raised in Brunswick, Georgia, graduated from the United States Naval Academy in 1957 and served as a Naval submarine officer for ten years. Following a 26-year career in manufacturing management with Procter & Gamble, he founded a business consulting company. His passion for marine conservation led him to successfully advocate for the elimination of destructive gillnets in California, build artificial reefs, raise white seabass for ocean release, and write pro-angler legislation.  After retiring, Jim became a prolific writer for fishing magazines and newspapers, a lecturer, and an active participant in fishing seminars, radio programs, and clubs, earning numerous fishing and conservation awards. After 37 years in southern California, Jim and his wife, Pat, relocated to Kingsland, Georgia. https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61565536059908Get the book on Amazon! https://a.co/d/eXHRzVCFor more show information visit: www.MariannePestana.com

Has critical theory helped or hurt the future of the left in politics? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Eric Heinze on his new book Coming Clean: The Rise of Critical Theory and the Future of the Left.Moments with Marianne airs in the Southern California area on KMET1490AM & 98.1 FM, an ABC Talk News Radio affiliate! Eric Heinze, Professor of Law and Humanities at Queen Mary University of London, is a distinguished intellectual with a deep background in law, political theory, and human rights. He provides a nuanced and research-driven perspective, bridging the gap between extreme voices in contemporary political debates. Heinze's commitment to critical thinking and refusal to align with strict ideologies offer a pragmatic alternative to polarized narratives, promoting inclusive and constructive dialogue for the future of centrist left thought. His previous books include The Most Human Right: Why Free Speech is Everything (2022), Hate Speech and Democratic Citizenship (2016), The Concept of Injustice (2013), and The Logic of Liberal Rights (2003). His work has been featured in the Guardian, Times Higher Ed, The Conversation, The Irish Times, Aeon, and many other publications. https://ericheinze.comFor more show information visit: www.MariannePestana.com

Is there a science-based app that can address stress in real-time and improve communication in the workplace? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Edward Beltran on the hot APP Pulse by Fierce and his new book Fierce Resilience: Combatting Workplace Stress One Conversation at a Time.Moments with Marianne airs in the Southern California area on KMET1490AM & 98.1 FM, an ABC Talk News Radio affiliate! Edward Beltran is the CEO of Fierce Inc., a pioneering company in communication and leadership training, and a contributor to Forbes and Fast Company. Known for his innovative approach to employee well-being, Beltran is the architect behind Pulse by Fierce, a groundbreaking app that leverages biometric data to help employees and leaders identify and address workplace stress. This tool, often described as the “Fitbit of Business Performance,” is designed to combat the $300 billion lost annually due to stress-related issues. Under Beltran’s leadership, Fierce Inc. has embraced dynamic and modern training methods, including 3D training and Metaverse initiatives, while building on the 20-year foundation established by Susan Scott’s iconic book Fierce Conversations. Beltran’s forward-thinking vision reflects his belief that leadership training must evolve beyond traditional in-person methods to offer diverse, adaptable solutions for today’s challenges.  https://fierceinc.comFor more show information visit: www.MariannePestana.com