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Welcome to the Dare to Be Great, Dare to Be You Podcast. If you like honest, vulnerable, and real stories about what it takes to not only become great, but more self-confident and bold enough to be yourself, then this show is for you. Join me each week for inspiring, encouraging, and meaningful conversations with diverse people from all walks of life and industry. Each of my guests started as ordinary people like you and me but have accomplished extraordinary things in their lives to be considered great, masters, or experts at what they have been called to do. Leaders and brave individuals who offer unique insights into the fields of Arts, Entertainment, Business, Finance, Technology, Healthcare, Sports, Psychology, Recovery, Self-Improvement, Personal Growth, and so much more. Whether you are in the same fields as my guests or not, I guarantee you will walk away from each episode feeling better about yourself and inspired to take the next bold step toward your own goals and aspirations. Your life will improve if you, Dare to Be Great and Dare to Be You!
Episodes
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5 days ago
New Release From Shawn Langwell
Chill: Embrace the Space Between Extremes
Contrary to popular false narratives, the world isn’t out to get us. We are not all victims of circumstance. We owe it to ourselves to learn healthier ways of taking responsibility for our own lives and to start cultivating compassion with ourselves, others, and the world.
At its core, Chill is a self-awareness relationship book that reveals a deep secret you already know, but often are too scared to put into practice. The path to true freedom, connection, and happiness is found when we learn how to Chill and embrace the space between extremes.
Available now: https://a.co/d/3kOE76B
Shawn Langwell is an inspirational author, speaker, marketing mentor, and confidence coach who is passionate about helping others dare to take a chance on themselves. The author of Beyond Recovery, Ten Seconds of Boldness, and Morning Motivation, he lives in Northern California with his wife Crissi and their Maine Coon cat Cleo.
Find Shawn at www.shawnlangwell.com
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Hey Entrepreneurs!
Don't miss this episode...
Lance Cottrell helps overwhelmed founders become confident and capable CEOs through Feel the Boot, an educational platform he launched in 2019 to guide entrepreneurs on their journey.
A serial entrepreneur, Lance founded Anonymizer, the world’s first internet privacy company, in 1995 and led it to a successful exit in 2008. He is also an active angel investor, president of the North Bay Angels, a venture partner with multiple funds, and a Global Entrepreneur in Residence with the Founder Institute.
Drawing from decades of experience, Lance blends practical advice, strategic insight, and hands-on support to empower early-stage founders to achieve their goals.
Join us as we unpack the little known nuances of coaching start-up entrepreneurs. Discover valuable insights on what it takes to be seriously considered by angel investors so you can raise capital to launch or scale your fledgling business.
Find Lance here:
Website: www.FeelTheBoot.com
Social Media links: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lancecottrell/
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Barbara Cottrell is a former professor who gave up her career to pursue her true passion: writing weird fiction. The first book in her series of supernatural thrillers, Darkness Below, won a gold medal at the Book Fest, was named best first novel by Indie Reader and was an editor’s pick for BookLife. She is also an active member in the Horror Writer’s Association and has presented her work alongside New York bestselling authors Gabino Iglesias and Tananarive Due. She has also served as judge and editor on several Redwood Writer anthologies. When she isn’t exploring her dark side, she makes wine with her husband Lance.
Join us as we dive into the back story and heart of writing and what makes its scary and fun.
Find Barbara at www.barbaracottrell.com
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Saturday Apr 05, 2025
Saturday Apr 05, 2025
Just Keep Swinging: Motivation for Times When We Doubt Our Ability to Succeed
Now is the perfect time to take a chance on yourself.
To step into the life you were created to live. To lead with your heart, with love. To reignite the passion with in and surround yourself with others who can support you in a shared purpose and mission.
Yesterday was a great day for Bay Area Sports Fans.
The Giants never gave up and kept believing in their ability to keep coming back against the Seattle Mariners for their home opener and celebrated with a walk-off hit from Willy Adames and bold base-running from Tyler Fitzgerald.
The fans went wild!
What's more the Golden State Warriors continue to battle and climb the playoff standings as they defeated the Memphis Grizzlies, The Los Angeles Lakers and the Denver Nuggets in the past four days.
Future Hall of famers Stephen Curry, Daymond Green, and Jimmy Butler did what it took to win. But like the Giants and the ragtag little league team you will hear about in this episode, it wasn't one player who won the game. It was all of them working together for a common goal—to win.
Whether you are struggling with self-doubt or at the top of your game but want to leave a legacy for the next generation or anywhere in between, this episode could be one of the most inspiring moments of your life. It is yours to listen to and feel the energy reach into the depths of your fears and to tap into that inner warrior that desperately wants to win again or give back.
This and all I write and teach is for you.
I am here to inspire you to dare to be great and dare to be yourself.
Everything I do has one goal in mind: to help you believe in yourself.
What can you do today to create your own walk-off moments?
What's missing?
Well I hope after listening to this episode you will not only know. that you will be fired up to go get it!
Carpe Diem!
Enjoy the show.
About this podcast and how to get more support:
Unlike some stuffy podcasts, on the Dare to Be Great, Dare to Be You show, we get down to real conversations for the sole purpose of inspiring listeners to be better, bolder humans.
Learn more about my books, events, coaching, and more at: www.shawnlangwell.com
Get a copy of my latest book,
MORNING MOTIVATION: The Ultimate Workbook & Guided Journal. Practical Wisdom to Break Free From Self-Doubt & Start Living an Extraordinary Life.
It's available on Amazon and in bookstores everywhere in the spring of 2025.
Buy it here: https://a.co/d/id8bGk0
You can also get the audiobook of Ten Seconds of Boldness here:
Saturday Mar 29, 2025
Saturday Mar 29, 2025
If you are a woman, 35 years old + who's looking for permission to break free from some patterns that are keeping you stuck, you need to listen to this episode.
This is one of the most meaningful and helpful publisc conversations with a well-known coach and healer, Stephanie Saint Claire.
About my guest:
Stephanie Saint Claire
Stephanie St. Claire is a mom, entrepreneur, and coach specializing in Inner Child Healing for midlife women ready to reclaim their power. She helps women step into their authentic selves, trust their intuition, master their emotions, and take charge of their thoughts—so they can fully savor the life they’ve built and hold nothing back.
Trained in complex trauma recovery, clinical applications of internal family systems, and trauma informed meditation and breath work, Stephanie uses her training, as well as personal Healing Journey as an adult child of an alcoholic and narcissist, to help women all over the world come home to their own power, creativity, and spirit.
https://www.vantagelifedesign.com/first5breakthrough
Socials:
TIKTOK: @theinnerchildwhisperer/
INSTA: Stephanie Saint Claire
If you like this episode, please follow and share it with friends.
Unlike some stuffy podcasts, on the Dare to Be Great, Dare to Be You show, we get down to real conversations for the sole purpose of inspiring listeners to be better, bolder humans.
Learn more about my books, events, coaching, and more at: www.shawnlangwell.com
A special thank you to Stephanie who will be recommending my latest book, Morning Motivation, to her students.
Here are the details:
It's available on Amazon and in bookstores everywhere in the spring of 2025.
Buy it here: https://a.co/d/id8bGk0
Saturday Mar 22, 2025
Saturday Mar 22, 2025
Jeff Burkhart knows how to connect with Marin's Movers & Shakers and everyone else who loves a good cocktail or story.
He is both an award-winning journalist and an award-winning bartender. His popular Barfly column in the Marin IJ was voted best column in California in both 2014 and 2021, and he himself has been voted “best bartender” eight times, by the readers of three different publications. His two books: Twenty Years Behind Bars: the spirited adventures of a real bartender, and its sequel, Twenty Years Behind Bars: parole denied are both best-sellers and he also hosts the popular Barfly Podcast on iTunes. All of which has led to him being voted “Best Media Personality: TV, Radio, Print,” five times by the readers of the Pacific Sun.
Join us as we dive into a real conversation about service, connection, and share entertaining stories from the front lines of customer service, writing, and life as sales and service pros in Marin
Here are all the ways to find and connect with Jeff:
Links: Twenty Years Behind Bars Parole Denied
www.facebook.com/MarinIJBarfly
If you like this episode, please follow and share it with friends.
Unlike some stuffy podcasts, we get down to real conversations for the sole purpose of trying to inspire listeners to be better and bolder humans. Bottom line for you to, Dare to Be Great, and Dare to Be You.
Learn more about my books, events, coaching, and more at: www.shawnlangwell.com
Thursday Mar 20, 2025
Thursday Mar 20, 2025
Hilary Young is the author of Trusting Gus, a raw and inspiring memoir about resilience, addiction recovery, and the presence of a higher power she calls the "Great Universal Spirit" (Gus). Raised by an abusive, bipolar alcoholic, Hilary navigated a turbulent childhood, battled addiction, and ultimately found sobriety later in life. A near-death experience from liver failure at 58 motivated her to share her story, revealing the moments of grace that shaped her journey. Readers connect deeply with Trusting Gus, responding with their own stories of trauma, supernatural encounters, and personal awakenings. Hilary’s writing is heartfelt and unfiltered, aiming to inspire without preaching. She self-published her memoir to show that healing and transformation are always possible. Beyond writing, she works as a hairstylist, engaging in meaningful conversations with clients. She currently lives in California, where she continues to share her story of hope, survival, and spiritual discovery.
Hilary is a natural story teller who effectively uses scene, setting, and dialogue to tell a compelling and evocative story in Trusting Gus.
Join us as we have an honest, open, and vulnerable conversation about recovery, spirtuality, finding clarity, and so much more.
Find or follow here here:
Website: TrustingGus.com
Social Media links: https://www.instagram.com/hilaryyoungritter/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/1545650302685941
You can find Trusting Gus here or your favorite local bookstore.
If you like this podcast, please leave a review and follow me.
You can find me at www.shawnlangwell.com
and purchase my memoir on recovery here: Beyond Recovery or bookstores everywhere.
Sunday Mar 16, 2025
Sunday Mar 16, 2025
One of the funnest things I get to do is have open conversations with wonderful people like Michelle.
Energetic, upbeat and in the midst of mastering her craft, Michelle shares inside tips for aspiring fantasy authors who have worlds and stories that must be shared.
MICHELLE MILES believes in fairy tales, true love, and magic. She writes fantasy (including Epic, Urban, and Other Worlds), Paranormal (including Time Travel, Historical, Shifters), and Young Adult (including Fantasy and Fairy Tales) all with an action/adventure twist. She is the author of numerous series that includes everything from angels and demons to fairies, dragons, and elves. She is a member of Romance Writers of America (RWA) and Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association (SFWA). A native Texan, in her spare time she loves reading, listening to music, watching movies, hiking, and drinking wine.
Sign up for her newsletter and get Once Upon an Ancient Curse, a Red Riding Hood Fairy Tale Retelling, FREE. This isn’t the story you remember—it’s better!
https://viplist.michellemiles.net/enchanted
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Shawn Langwell
My personal mission is to add value to people and businesses everywhere. More specifically: To encourage, inspire, and help people like you become brave and confident enough to believe you can accomplish your dreams and goals. This podcast is one of the ways I do that. I’m also an inspirational author, speaker, coach, and business consultant who is passionate about helping others dare to take a chance on themselves.
I’ve also authored four books —Beyond Recovery a memoir, Ten Seconds of Boldness and a companion workbook to overcome challenges and build self-confidence, and Today’s the Day, a pocket muse to inspire and encourage you to find joy and gratitude in all you do.
You can find me at www.shawnlangwell.com