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Dancing in the Discomfort Zone with Anne Bonney

Dancing in the Discomfort Zone with Anne Bonney

Hosted by Anne Bonney

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Aug 2026

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Let's face it, life is uncomfortable. Whether it's interacting with other humans (or trying to), going after our goals and improving our lives, or understanding other people's perspectives, preferences and proclivities, being able to face the discomforts in life with courage, compassion, confidence and resilience will make life a lot more enjoyable! So join me as we DANCE IN THE DISCOMFORT ZONE! We'll explore new ideas, learn how to build our confidence, courage and resilience, and laugh a little too, because life is serious enough. We need a little cha cha, and a little ha ha every once in a while! Welcome to the Discomfort Zone with Anne Bonney!

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August 10, 2026Episode 40049 min

Stop Trying to Solve Your Life (Start Discovering It) | Dr. Kelsey Miles

Have you ever worked your butt off to build the life you thought you wanted...only to get there and think,  "...Wait. Is this it?"Dr. Kelsey Miles (https://www.drkelseymiles.com)  knows that feeling firsthand.WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/K83AKk4gm7kAfter earning a PhD in chemistry, she walked away from the career she'd spent years building to become a touring blues musician. Today, she's somehow both and she's discovered that science and creativity aren't opposites at all.In this fascinating conversation, we explore why so many of us treat life like a problem to solve instead of an experiment to run, how curiosity beats certainty, and why the scientific method might be one of the best tools for navigating change, uncertainty, and personal growth.If you've ever felt stuck, questioned your path, or wondered whether you're becoming the person you actually want to be, this episode is for you.Chapters00:00 Dancing in the Discomfort Zone03:10 From Chemistry to Music: A Journey of Self-Discovery05:48 The Power of Music in Healing08:57 Finding Common Ground Through Music11:54 The Intersection of Science and Art15:04 Embracing Change and New Opportunities23:10 Redefining Success and Personal Discovery30:09 Embracing Change and Continuous Growth37:04 Navigating Discomfort and Life's Challenges44:59 The Science of Experimentation in LifeWant more from Dr Kelsey?https://www.drkelseymiles.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/iamkelseymileshttps://www.youtube.com/@iamkelseymileshttps://www.instagram.com/iamkelseymileshttps://www.facebook.com/iamkelseymiles Dr. Kelsey Miles invites audiences to stop treating life like a problem to solve and start approaching it as something to discover. Through live science and live music, she shows people how to read the signal, cut through the noise, and make decisions that feel more aligned with who they are becoming. She is the 2026 Professor of the Year at Avila University in Kansas City.Anne Bonney is a keynote speaker and emcee who helps organizations lead through change by building resilience, emotional intelligence, and courageous communication.

July 31, 2026Episode 39812 min

Finding Your Voice in a World Full of Noise | July Wrap-Up

July was Voice Month on Dancing in the Discomfort Zone, and what started as four completely different conversations turned out to have one beautiful common thread: Your voice is how people experience you, and especially today...that matters!  As Anne (https://YourChangeSpeaker.com) celebrates another trip around the sun (Happy Birthday Anne!), she reflects on the lessons shared by John Di Domenico, Joshua Seth, Hilary Blair, and Beth Z and explores why our voices matter now more than ever. In a world filled with AI, deepfakes, curated social media personas, and constant noise, authenticity has become one of our greatest superpowers. In This Episode, We Talk About: Why your voice is far more than just the sound coming out of your mouth  How authenticity and human connection are becoming more valuable in the age of AI  The ways your voice builds trust, relationships, and influence  Why intentional communication matters more than being louder  How to think about the "flowers" you're leaving in your footsteps Questions to ConsiderHow do people experience you?Are you using your voice intentionally? What stories are you telling? What truths are you willing to speak? What kind of ripples are you creating?As Anne enters her 52nd year, she offers a powerful reminder:Maybe the goal isn't to be louder or more impressive. Maybe it's simply to use the voice we've been given to leave people feeling seen, heard, and a little bit better for having crossed our path.  Anne Bonney is a keynote speaker and emcee who helps organizations lead through change by building resilience, emotional intelligence, and courageous communication.

July 27, 2026Episode 39733 min

Someone Can Steal Your Voice Now (Here's How to Protect Yourself) | Beth Z

What if your voice wasn’t actually… your voice?In this eye-opening (and occasionally hilarious) episode, Anne welcomes back tech expert and self-proclaimed “nerdy best friend” Beth Z (YourNerdyBestFriend.com) for a fascinating conversation about AI voice cloning, deepfakes, and why your authentic voice may be more valuable than ever. From AI-generated songs to scary scams, Beth explains what’s possible today, and most importantly, what we all need to know to stay safe. Spoiler alert: Beth cloned Anne’s voice for the intro, and it’s just weird enough to make you question everything.In This Episode, We Talk About: The fun side of AI-generated songs, content, and creativity  The frightening ways scammers are using cloned voices  Why everyone need a “safe word”  How to protect yourself from deepfakes and AI impersonation  Why skepticism and human connection matter more than ever  The truth about detecting AI-generated audio and video Connect with Beth:  YourNerdyBestFriend.comBeth Z, “Your Nerdy Best Friend,” helps people make sense of emerging technology with humor, practicality, and zero jargon. She explores the tools shaping our future and teaches audiences how to use technology wisely while staying safe and human.Anne Bonney is a keynote speaker and emcee who helps organizations lead through change by building resilience, emotional intelligence, and courageous communication.

July 20, 2026Episode 39647 min

Your Voice Is Betraying You (And You Don't Even Know It) | Hilary Blair

What if the biggest thing affecting your relationships, leadership, and communication isn't what you're saying...but how you're breathing?In this episode, Anne sits down with speaker, facilitator, and communication expert Hilary Blair (hilaryblairspeaks.com), creator of the Fruitful Friction® framework, to explore the surprising connection between breath, voice, trust, and human connection. Drawing from decades in theater and corporate leadership development, Hilary reveals why your voice is a giant "poker tell" and how small shifts in breath and awareness can dramatically change the way people experience you. If you've ever struggled with difficult conversations, workplace conflict, executive presence, or feeling truly heard, this episode is packed with practical wisdom.In This Episode, We Talk About: Why your voice communicates trust before you even speak the words  How breath affects confidence, connection, and emotional regulation  The difference between being vulnerable and being available  Why "take a deep breath" may be terrible advice...and what to do instead  How tone, vowels, consonants, and vocal habits influence relationships Want more from Hilary?HilaryBlairSpeaks.comArticulateRC.comHilary Blair is a dynamic speaker, facilitator and CEO of ARTiculate: Real&Clear. She’s the creator of Fruitful Friction®, a framework redefining tension as a catalyst for innovation, collaboration, and trust. Blending her background as a professional actor with deep expertise in communication and executive presence, Hilary helps leaders stay in conversation when it matters most. Her work equips teams to engage authentically, communicate clearly, and use friction to gain traction for growth.Anne Bonney is a keynote speaker and emcee who helps organizations lead through change by building resilience, emotional intelligence, and courageous communication.

July 13, 2026Episode 39540 min

AI Can't Replace This (And Neither Can Anyone Else) | Joshua Seth

What do Digimon, mind reading, voice acting, magic, and AI-proof careers all have in common? Joshua Seth.In this fascinating episode, Anne sits down with award-winning mentalist, keynote speaker, corporate emcee, and legendary voice actor Joshua Seth (https://www.joshuaseth.com/) for a conversation that explores the surprising connection between voice, influence, focus, and the uniquely human skills that technology can't replace. Best known as the voice of Tai in Digimon and the villain Tetsuo in Akira, Joshua shares how a childhood spent listening to old radio shows launched a career that eventually took him from Hollywood voice actor to Magic Olympics champion and creator of the theatrical show Mind Magic Live that is currently selling out everywhere it goes.  (and I've seen it, and it's that good!) But beneath the magic lies a powerful message about connection, communication, and adaptability.In This Episode, We Talk About: Why your voice and presence create emotional connection  How Joshua accidentally discovered his dream career while escaping a broken air conditioner  Breathwork techniques to improve confidence, resonance, and vocal presence  Why human skills like empathy, listening, and influence are becoming more valuable in the age of AI Want more from Joshua?https://www.joshuaseth.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuaseth/Joshua Seth is an award-winning mentalist, keynote speaker, and corporate event emcee. He's the winner of the Magic Olympics and the star of the theatrical touring show Mind Magic LIVE. But he's best known as a celebrity voice actor who can be heard in over 100 TV shows and movies, including his starring roles as Tai in Digimon and Tetsuo in Akira. But his greatest role is as the father of his two teenage children.Anne Bonney is a keynote speaker and emcee who helps organizations lead through change by building resilience, emotional intelligence, and courageous communication.

July 6, 2026Episode 39445 min

Why You Hate the Sound of Your Voice (And Why You Should Listen Anyway) | John Di Domenico

What do Donald Trump, Christopher Walken, Morgan Freeman, speech therapy, and persuasion have in common? Apparently… everything.This week, Anne sits down with Emmy-nominated emcee, comedian, speaker, impressionist, and all-around character John Di Domenico (https://beacons.ai/thejohnnydshow) for a conversation that starts with celebrity impressions and unexpectedly turns into a fascinating deep dive into the power of the human voice. John shares how overcoming a severe childhood speech impediment led him to develop an incredible understanding of voice, cadence, pacing, and influence, and why most of us are leaving a huge amount of our vocal potential untapped.Whether you're a speaker, salesperson, leader, podcaster, or just a human who talks to other humans, this episode will change the way you think about the sound of your own voice.In This Episode, we Talk About: How speech therapy turned John into a master impressionist  The surprising connection between voice, trust, and influence Why hearing your recorded voice makes you cringe...and why you should absolutely do it anyway  Simple ways to improve your presence, communication, and impact  How Morgan Freeman intentionally developed that legendary voice  Hi Alex Baldwin impression https://www.dailymotion.com/video/x1cqbz6Want more from John?John Di Domenico Social Media Card: https://beacons.ai/thejohnnydshowWebsite: thejohnnydshow.comInstagram: @thejohnnydshow LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johndidomenico/FB: www.facebook.com/johndidomenicocomedy/Youtube: www.youtube.com/@thejohnnydshow1TikTok: thejohnnydshowCameo: https://www.cameo.com/thejohnnydshowEmmy Nominated, Award-Winning, Actor, Writer, Comedian & Impressionist. John started performing voices at five years old & went on to overcome a severe speech impediment. He voices many celebrities and is now best known for his Live, TV, Film and Vocal appearances across all platforms. As a speaker, John Di Domenico captivates audiences with a unique and engaging blend of entertainment and insightful commentary.  John hosts and emcees corporate meetings in the US and internationally for Fortune 500 companies. He has 6.1 million TikTok followers, 25 million YouTube views and 50k Facebook Followers.Anne Bonney is a keynote speaker and emcee who helps organizations lead through change by building resilience, emotional intelligence, and courageous communication.

June 29, 2026Episode 39310 min

The Surprising Truth About Quitting

What do a rock-and-roll roadie, a resilience researcher, and a CPA-turned-yogi have in common?More than you think.At first glance, June's guests seemed to disagree completely. Amy Vetter embraced reinvention.Scott Scovill preached tenacity. Courtney Clark advocated quitting. But when I looked closer, I realized they were all teaching the same lesson:Don't quit because it's hard. Quit because it's wrong.In this month's wrap-up episode, I connect the dots between three incredible conversations and explore what turned out to be the difference between giving up on a dream and giving up on a plan.You'll discover:• Why persistence and adaptability are partners, not opposites• The difference between a goal and a plan• How fear disguises itself in different ways but can always get in the way• Why success is more like dancing than walking (hence the name of this podcast!)If you've ever wondered whether you should keep pushing, change direction, or completely reinvent your approach, this episode will help you find the sweet spot between grit and flexibility.  Anne Bonney is a keynote speaker and emcee who helps organizations lead through change by building resilience, emotional intelligence, and courageous communication.

June 22, 2026Episode 39242 min

Quitters Might Actually Win with Courtney Clark

What if "Never Give Up" is terrible advice?(watch this full interview on YouTube.  https://youtu.be/6ROfazVZBco)We've all heard it: Quitters never win. Winners never quit.But what if hanging on too long is actually what's holding you back?In this fascinating conversation, resilience researcher, change strategist and keynote speaker Courtney Clark (https://courtneyclark.com/)  shares why adaptability, (NOT POSITIVITY!) is the real secret to thriving in this uncertain world.After surviving cancer four times and discovering a life-threatening brain aneurysm, Courtney learned that resilience isn't about pretending everything is fine. It's about knowing when to persevere, when to change direction, and how to create a new path forward. In this episode: Why adaptability beats positivity  The surprising downside of grit  When "never give up" becomes bad advice  How to know when it's time to change course Why successful people quit more often than you might think  The difference between goals and plans  How to stop chasing someone else's definition of success  Why every "yes" is a "no" to something else (this was my favorite part!)If you've ever felt stuck, burned out, overcommitted, or afraid to change direction, this episode might be exactly what you need.Because sometimes the fastest path forward starts with letting go. Want more from Courtney?  It's all on her website!  https://courtneyclark.com/GRAB A FREE CHAPTER OF HER BOOK at https://shortcutbook.comCourtney Clark is the luckiest unlucky person in the world. After witnessing the terrorist attacks of September 11th from her office just 18 blocks north, she thought she had escaped unscathed. She had no idea the events of 9/11 would cause her to develop cancer for the first time a few years later.Her experiences caused her to become a recognized resilience strategist and speaker whose national research studies reveal insights into how modern teams face change.She lives in Austin, Texas with her husband and three dogs, all of whom she found at the Humane Society… including the husband.Anne Bonney is a keynote speaker and emcee who helps organizations lead through change by building resilience, emotional intelligence, and courageous communication.

June 15, 2026Episode 39146 min

How a College Dropout Ended Up Touring with the Rolling Stones with Scott Scovill

What if the thing standing between you and your dream... is your fear of failing?(Watch the full video interview on YouTube here. https://youtu.be/nEINMa-lDJU)Scott Scovill (www.scottscovill.com and https://tenaciousbook.com/ ) was flunking out of college, waiting tables, and terrified to try when a chance encounter with a touring crew from U2 changed everything. Two years later, he was on tour with the Rolling Stones.  (whaaaaat??!) But this isn't a story about fame.It's a story about what happens when you stop letting fear make your decisions...true Dancing in the Discomfort Zone territory.In this powerful conversation, Scott shares how he learned to keep going despite anxiety, rejection, setbacks, and self-doubt, and why tenacity isn't about stubbornly and stupidly banging your head against a wall. It's about refusing to give up on the destination, even when you need a new route. In this episode we talk about: Why fear can be both your greatest enemy and your greatest motivator  The difference between being stubborn and being tenacious  What the Rolling Stones taught Scott about chasing impossible dreams  The fact that successful people fail more often than most people realize  How to know when it's time to pivot instead of quit  The surprising truth Taylor Swift shared about success and fear  Why life is a team sport—and you shouldn't do it alone If you've ever wondered if you should keep going, change direction, or finally take the leap, this episode is for you.Because the dream isn't found in the comfort. It's on the other side of trying. Want more from Scott?Get the book.  https://tenaciousbook.com/ Hit his socials: https://www.instagram.com/scottscovillcreative https://www.facebook.com/scottscovillcreativehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-scovill-943a4022/Scott Scovill is an award-winning entrepreneur and creative powerhouse, founder of Moo TV, and author of Tenacious: The Art of Relentlessly Pursuing Your Wildest Dreams. Anne Bonney is a keynote speaker and emcee who helps organizations lead through change by building resilience, emotional intelligence, and courageous communication.

June 8, 2026Episode 39033 min

What Leaders Get Wrong About Work-Life Balance with Amy Vetter

Most people think business success and personal wellbeing live in separate worlds. Amy Vetter thinks that's exactly why so many leaders are burned out.In this fascinating conversation, Amy Vetter https://www.amyvetter.com/ shares her journey from accountant to partner, from burnout to balance, and from classical violinist to electric rock performer. Along the way, she discovered that fulfillment isn't a "soft skill"...it's a business strategy. In this episode, you'll discover: Why work-life balance is actually a leadership issue  The surprising connection between fulfillment and business results  How burnout often starts long before your career does  Why Gen Z isn't "lazy", they just need something different  The hidden cost of never disconnecting  How learning something new makes you a better leader  Why Amy now plays electric violin from the keynote stage If you've ever wondered whether success has to come at the expense of joy, this conversation might completely change your perspective.Because sometimes the path to better leadership isn't working harder—it's learning how to reconnect with yourself first. Want more from Amy?@amyvettercpa - all socialhttps://www.amyvetter.com/https://www.businessbalancebliss.com/Amy Vetter, CPA, CSP, Yogi, Musician, a dynamic keynote speaker and CEO of The B³ Method Institute. She uniquely blends her expertise as a business leader, CPA, yogi, and wellness practitioner. Through her innovative B³ Method®—Business + Balance = Bliss—and Fulfillment ROITM measurement system, she demonstrates how well-being directly drives business success.  Drawing from over 25 years of finance and technology leadership experience and her training as a certified health and life coach, Amy empowers organizations to achieve sustainable growth through connected leadership. Host of the Breaking Beliefs podcast and author of "Disconnect to Connect," she continues to transform how leaders create thriving, purpose-driven cultures.Anne Bonney your host is a keynote speaker and emcee who helps organizations lead through change by building resilience, emotional intelligence, and courageous communication.

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