In 2022, My best friend Barbara came to visit me with an assignment from her life coach tucked under her arm. We sat outside on my veranda, and Barbara shared with me what her coach had told her. She asked her to dig deep and discover what certain words meant to her during her current cancer journey. I was intrigued since I had been by her side dur…

From an early age Lindsay had a sense there was more to life than met the eye. As an only child she had a rich, imaginary life, full of friends and foe, and worlds within worlds to explore. When Lindsay graduated she thought journalism was her calling, to travel and to tell the truth. She wrote and broadcast for the BBC, among others, from Spain an…

Sara Rian is an American poet, self-published author, mother, wife, licensed therapist, and griever living in Metro Detroit. She has been drawn to grief poetry ever since her mother's death in 2018. Her mother embraced the power of words through her own love notes and poems and had always wanted to publish a book. As a mental health professional, s…

I invited my friend Jesse Brisendine back on the show and asked him to see if Amanda would join us. The two are best friends and in the last four months they have been navigating a Mount Everest of a health challenge. Amanda agreed to come on the show. Amanda is an ultra endurance athlete and was in training when things started to go south. Her leg…

My guest is Rick Lawrence who is a 3rd generation San Diegan. Rick discusses the spiritual journey he has been on as far back as he can remember. He vowed to read the entire bible front to cover when he was only eleven years old. In the years following he was fascinated with the writings contained in Buddhism, Hinduism, the Koran, and the Upanishad…

Kevin Alan Lamb an Author, Poet, and Journalist from Oxford, Michigan joins me on the show this week. He just finished publishing "Love Is in the Details: A Hopeful Journey in Grief." Kevin talks to me about how he navigated through his deep grief to find solace, happiness and hope again. His book "Love is in The Details" is a guidebook for helping…

Today's guest is author, speaker, and positive entrepreneur Jesse Brisendine. Early last week I noticed that Jesse was going through a life altering situation with his partner Amanda. I asked him to come on the show to share his story with The Next Room audience. Amanda recently started to have some headaches. They would come and go and they didn't…

I invited my friend and the extremely talented artist Steve Burrows to come on the show. I first met Steve through my beautiful friend Rose when she fell in love with him and brought him into my life. In 2006 Steve illustrated my children's book "With a Cherry on Top" and then more recently he drew several cool images for "The Next Room." (All by h…

I was introduced to Chip Bell as Chipper Bro in Santa Barbara in the early 80’s. The place, East Beach. I was a 20 something DJ on KTYD, and he was a 20 something 12 time World Champion Freestyle Frisbee Champion superstar who made a BIG life out of tossing a Frisbee and surfing. Chipper has had a remarkable career, and he's just getting started. W…

Jeff Dotseth has over 25 years of sports radio broadcasting experience having hosted shows in the premium morning and afternoon drive time slot for multiple San Diego and Los Angeles stations, as well as "College Football Saturdays" heard nationally on Fox Sports Radio. Jeff is involved with numerous charities including The Alpha Project, Rancho Co…

Famous Numerologist Glynis McCants is known as Hollywood's "Go-To-Girl" when it comes to Numerology. Her website was created so that everyone can benefit from Glynis' insights into the remarkable world of Numbers. Glynis McCants has been studying Numerology for over 21 years. Her unique method is based on the Pythagoras Number system, which is more…

I welcome my radio sister and friend Kelly Cole on The Next Room. We met in the 80's while working at the Marconi award winning radio station KIFM, San Diego. Kelly's popularity and celebrity in San Diego is akin to Norm from the sitcom "Cheers." Wherever she goes, people know her name, and they shout it out just to grab her attention so they can s…

With fourteen Detroit Music Awards, Julianne Ankley has been writing heartfelt songs and delivering electric performances for years. To date she has released 4 solo albums and 4 singles. Her songs have been used on national television (WXYZ ABC) for the annual “Woodward Dream Cruise” special, she performed live on the nationally televised “America’…

International Evidential Mediums Philip Dykes and Kerry McLeod, who each have over 25 years’ experience; tutor and demonstrate mediumship around the world. Phil and Kerry, born in the UK, were both aware of the Spirit World from a very early age. Both received tuition at the world famous Arthur Findlay College, and were supported by their own mento…

On this show I introduce you to Kelley Baeza who wrote "From Math Teacher to Mystic." This mesmerizing and inspiring memoir describes many profound and unbelievable experiences that Kelley experiences, as well as her struggle as a high school mathematics teacher, to understand and to integrate the extraordinary phenomena. Months after abandoning a …

Today I welcome Andrea Kennedy to The Next Room. She considers herself a regular person, like most individuals—you might even call her mainstream. She started off 29 years ago as a total skeptic about Reiki. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Physics, and continued to be intrigued with the world and how things work. Andrea decided after rec…

In this show, I will introduce you to an old radio buddy and friend of mine Jim McInnes. Jim and I met in the 90's when we worked at the classic rock legendary radio station in San Diego the KGB. Jim McInnes is one of the most respected broadcasters in Southern California. As one may assume our friendship was based on music, radio, and mutual respe…

This week I welcome Chenée Fournier on The Next Room. Chenée is a evidential spiritual medium, energy intuitive, certified Reiki practitioner, certified sound therapy practitioner, mindset mentor, and teacher. She is inspired by creativity in all forms. She honors the strength and depth of the human and animal spirit, our beautiful planet, and live…

My guest this week is Jesse Brisendine the creator of "Zero Limits Coaching," a speaker, and author who educates and empowers individuals and organizations to move beyond their limitations. Jesse has worked with thousands of people around the world. Business leaders, Hollywood celebrities, mental health professionals, entrepreneurs, medical profess…

This week I have the great privilege to introduce you to Karly Davidson on The Next Room. I met Karley through my other life as a midday air talent on The Sonic Coast. The Sonic Coast is a streaming app that is primarily focused on exposing the brilliant music that is coming out of my beloved home state of Michigan. Karley is not only a talented so…

Please join me this week as I interview my friend Lenny B. We discuss following your passion and living your dreams, not someone else's dream. Lenny also shares a very personal story about his beloved mother Francine. Lenny B is a professional voice-over audio engineer and producer, currently living in Southern California. He has produced national …

In April 2018, Nikki and Doug Mark’s perfectly healthy twelve-year-old-son, Tommy, went to sleep one night and never woke up. They’re still not exactly sure why. Devastated, Nikki embarked on an unconventional journey to create a legacy for Tommy and to heal her heart. She created a plan to transform neglected land in a Los Angeles public park into…

Ray Catania is a metaphysical teacher, master-certified life coach, and award-winning author. He believes that modern-day spirituality is best taught at the intersection of science and spirituality. He is passionate about helping others get unstuck, harness the power of their mind, and create their own reality. His first book, The Atheist and The A…

Sherry always knew she was intuitive, but it wasn’t until March 2002, when she experienced a horrible car accident, that she truly believed in her abilities. Months before her accident, Sherry began to feel premonitions—something bad was on the horizon. On that day in March, a driver made a quick decision resulting in his vehicle colliding with She…

Tim is a resident of Desert Hot Springs, California, where he leads a tranquil life, spending his days with his loyal German shepherd, Bear, and capturing the beauty of the desert landscape, flowers, and wildlife through his photography. Despite facing personal hardships, Tim found his soulmate and demonstrated to their children that love can conqu…

Robert Lyon has worked as a photo journalist for over 20 years in news, sports, entertainment, and commercials, winning multiple Emmy Awards. He made an interesting pivot out of TV news to dive head first into the world of full-length documentaries with We Don't Die Films. Please join me as I have a fascinating conversation with Robert who started …

Pamala Oslie is an author, consultant, radio show host, professional psychic intuitive, and aura expert. She joins her friend Jane Asher this week to discuss what she has been up to since retiring from doing psychic medium readings. The two discuss higher consciousness, the role of A.I. on the planet, shifting perceptions and a complete personal an…

On the afternoon of December 23, 2011, Judi Merriam’s eighteen-year-old son, Jenson, took his own life-an act that blindsided everyone who knew him-changing her life and those of her family forever. This is the story of Jenson’s life and death-and of Judi’s path to surviving without the physical presence of the kind, intelligent, and endlessly crea…

Shaman, poet, and loving guide Judy McNutt joins Jane on The Next Room to discuss every aspect surrounding grief. This is an incredible show on tuning in, slowing down and listening to our bodies. Judy gets deep on honoring loss, grief and our suffering. This show will inspire you to pick up a pen and write with the purpose of healing as you create…

Sandra Champlain from Shades of the Afterlife and We Don't Die Radio joins Jane to speak with about her fascination and journey in becoming a premier expert on Afterlife and what is waiting for us in The Next Room. Plagued by a lifelong fear of death and dying, Sandra Champlain began a passionate search for answers to some of life's most perplexing…

Jane is thrilled to welcome Donna Ashworth to The Next Room. Donna is the Sunday Times Bestselling author of several poetry books, including LIFE, LOSS, and LOVE, and now "Wild Heart." Her various books provide inspiration and comfort for absolutely every bump in life’s road. From marriage, parenting, self-love, ageing, body image, grief, loss and …

Jane met Brian Maloney in 1980 at Specs Howard School of Broadcast Arts in Detroit, Michigan. The two had not had a conversation in over forty years when Brian reached out to ask her to join his Sonic Coast team. Brian was a highly respected Vice President of Capitol Broadcasting company based in North Carolina when he made the decision that he did…

Jane welcomes Emily Thiroux Threatt on The Next Room to discuss The Grief and Happiness Handbook. Can happiness be part of your grief journey? Emily believes so, and actually has actions steps for you to reclaim your life while grieving. Her handbook covers many topics from journaling to music, to laughter, to dancing to being in service to others.…

Sandra Champlain is authentic, sincere, and transparent about her self-discovery journey of how a sceptic ended up being one of the most trusted voices on the topic of afterlife. Sandra returns as a guest to speak about her favorite ways that she has found to connect with loved ones in The Next Room. She also offers a free copy of her International…

Jane interviews Irene Weinberg on The Next Room. Before her husband Saul crossed over Irene started receiving messages from the other side. Once a skeptic, now a believer is the messages of divinity flowing from the other realm. She is an Author and Trauma Survivor and is here to encourage you wherever you are on your healing journey. Find out more…

Jane welcomes the Communications Expert Mallory Djendara, from Un Jour Nouveau (Africa New Day) on her show this week. Jane met Mallory while traveling to the Congo this past July, and quickly realized this young woman was wise beyond her years. Mallory suffered an enormous loss at the tender age of 19 when her mother, and best friend died from com…

Vix Browne was born and raised in South London, and as a child, she had big dreams of becoming a writer. However, her journey was hindered by dyslexia. At the age of twenty-five, she decided to seek help for her dyslexia and took it upon herself to learn how to read. With relentless determination, she managed to progress to where she is today, resi…

I invite my new friend Jim McCarty back on The Next Room. Jim just released a beautiful song called "Breath of Wind" written for his wife Lizzie who transitioned three years ago. His book "She Walks in Beauty" is also available through Amazon. Born James Stanley McCarty is an English musician, best known as the drummer for The Yardbirds and Renaiss…

Jane invites her friend and fellow Michigander back on the show this week. Rob just published his 5th book in the Omnist Series called "Wide-Eyed Wyatt's Liquid Nap." He has created "real-life" lodges surrounding a variety of guests and their particular brand of truth. The next Lodge is Saturday, October 14th in Burbank, California at the Crooked P…

An international authority on near-death states, Dr. PMH Atwater, L.H.D. uses the culmination of her research to establish that the near-death phenomenon is not some kind of anomaly, but is rather part of the larger genre of transformations of consciousness. She combines her 38 years of near-death research with what she was doing in the 60s and 70s…

A professional clairvoyant and certified hypnotherapist, Camille has been clairvoyant all of her life and enjoys a highly respected and successful private reading and teaching practice with clients all over the world. She travels frequently to conduct readings and present workshops on a number of empowerment areas, such as Manifesting your Dreams, …

Rev. Jenn Cormier is a Grief Guide who brings twenty years of experience in the Healing Arts to clients who are moving through life transitions, celebrations, and grief. Jenn is committed to the evolution of how we relate to death and walk with our grief. She is the creator of the “Transform Your Grief” Seasonal Immersion, a unique Holistic Group P…

I welcome Liz Peterson on the show to talk about her new book "Mom Died Last Night" (My Shared Death Experience) We discussed all of the signs Liz got immediately after her mother, Miss Connie passed away last year. Aside from her brand new book, Liz also has a podcast called "Raise the Vibe With Liz" and she is also an Alternative and Holistic Hea…

I'm excited to introduce you to a fascinating woman that I met while I traveled to the Congo a few weeks ago. Anastasia Hansel is an empowered trailblazing woman who is continually raising her awareness to learn while she's still in her "temporary container" on earth. Anastasia has been widowed twice and shares with me an uplifting view on grief an…

I just returned from a fascinating journey to the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Even though the Congo has faced political repression and instability since it achieved independence in 1960, I witnessed resiliency, curiosity, passion, deep faith and hope. The DRC is the fourth-largest African country by population and the most populous francophon…

Jane welcomes Kevin Alan Lamb on The Next Room this week to discuss his journalist journey through deep grief and loss of his beloved mother. Kevin's latest book "Your Daily Guide to Shine" is filled full of music, poetry and prose and Kevin welcomes you to embrace your calling through his beautiful book. This show is filled full of uplifting momen…

Jane welcomes author, entrepreneur, and speaker Scott Hiegel on the show this week. The two discuss higher consciousness, and our profound existence in the here and now. Scott's concepts and deep study through Kundalini have helped him pivot and navigate his own brand of inner peace with the Divine Love. Scott's passion for education through spirit…

Shari Garrett was born and raised in the Sierras of Northern California. After she moved to the East coast, she trained with a Guatemalan Mayan Shaman. She has always been intuitive and some now call her a medium. She is also trained as a life coach and does a lot of spiritual coaching. Today we peel back the layers of this fascinating woman and he…

Dave is a song writer, recording artist, and musician. I invited my old friend on the show to talk about how he deals with loss and how he grieves. We also do a dive deep into his process of writing and how we are so intently affected by our musical influences and icons when they exit for The Next Room. He answers the question that I love to ask al…

Today I welcome the Executive Director of Africa New Day, Harmony Brown on the show. Harmony and I have traveled together to Armenia, the Dominican Republic, and now we are headed to the Congo in July. This show is about Micro-Loans, Global Grief, Awareness, but most of all it is a show about Hope. You will be inspired by Harmony's passion to uplif…