Book 101 Review

• Book 101 Review, in its fifth season, features Charly Leetham—Founder & CEO known for translating complex technology into plain, practical language—as my guest.

  Charly LeethamFounder & CEO who translates tech into plain language for business owners who just need it to work.Charly Leetham has been building things that work for over 40 years.She earned her amateur radio license at 13 - the youngest person to do it at the time, and one of very few girls. She raced dirt bikes competitively as a teenager. By 21, she had an Associate Diploma in Electronic Engineering. By 30, she'd completed an MBA in two years while working 60 - 80 hours a week and raising two young children.She's been a field tech, team leader, salesperson, project manager, contract manager, and client relationship manager in technology. She's also been a dog obedience instructor and judge, and wrote the training manual for clicker training when it was brand new in Australia.At 40, she bought and ran franchises - four at one point - while still raising her kids. When those businesses failed and left her $1 million in debt, she started over. That's when she founded Ask Charly Leetham.What began as a way to pay bills and put food on the table became a sustainable, long-running digital services business. For nearly two decades, she's provided website design and development, hosting, email services, branding, and IT support to small businesses worldwide - with clients across Australia, the United States, and throughout English-speaking nations. Many of her clients have been with her for over 12 years - not because she's flashy, but because she listens, solves problems, and shows up.Charly still works hands-on with systems, troubleshoots technical issues, and leads her team with clarity and accountability. She built her business without external funding, through rapid technological change, and while managing all the real-world complexities that come with running a business and a life at the same time.She's known for breaking complex technical problems into plain language and practical solutions. Her clients stay because she gives it to them straight and gets the job done.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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• Book 101 Review, now in its fifth season, features Anne Angelo Webb—author and animal communication expert—sharing her unique insights into the powerful bonds between humans and animals and the stories that shape her work.

  Anne Angelo WebbAuthor & Animal Communication Expert | 20+ yrs | Animal Massage & Acupressure Certified | LCSW | Hypnosis Practitioner | Host of The Animal Intuitive | Helping People Understand Pets & ThemselvesI’m not your typical animal communicator — and that’s exactly why your audience will pay attention.From a young age, I’ve sensed the world — and animals — in ways that most people don’t. I used to think something was “off” with me, but it turns out it’s part of how I’m wired. That sensitivity became a strength — allowing me to deeply connect with animals and help others do the same. Today, I bring that intuitive awareness together with grounded training as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and years working with trauma survivors, foster youth, and even offenders.I eventually stepped away from the clinical world — including a stint at UnitedHealthCare — after facing the secondary trauma that so many therapists quietly carry. But instead of leaving healing behind, I shifted into a new way of serving: helping people reconnect with animals, their own intuition, and the deep emotional truths those relationships uncover.My work has also led me into some unexpected intersections — like navigating my Christian faith while being someone with intuitive gifts. I know firsthand how it feels to wrestle with the question, “Is this okay?” That inner conflict is more common than people think, and it’s something I speak to openly and compassionately. Whether your audience is deeply spiritual, skeptical, or somewhere in between, I offer a bridge — not a division.I also use my platforms to highlight scientific research around the efficacy of animal communication, acupressure, and energy-based modalities. And when it comes to grief and pet loss, I’ve shared tools — both practical and spiritual — for navigating one of the most underestimated forms of heartbreak.If your show is looking for a guest who blends heart, humor, science, and soul — and who can articulate complex emotional topics in a way that makes people feel both understood and empowered — I’d love to bring this conversation to your audience.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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• Book 101 Review, now in its fifth season, features Cindy Fazzi as she explores the art and excitement of binge-reading a book series—diving into characters, worlds, and stories that keep readers turning pages from start to finish.

  Cindy FazziBinging a Book SeriesDrawing on her own immigrant experience, author and former Associated Press writer, Cindy Fazzi, takes readers on an action-packed ride full of wit and grit in her thrilling two-book release, SUNDAY OR THE HIGHWAY and DANGER NO PROBLEM. And she'll take you behind-the-scenes - Fazzi can discuss her crazy journey to get her book out including her publisher and agent going belly up, as well as how her ethnicity influences her writing.DANGER NO PROBLEM (Book 1), previously titled MULTO, was a finalist in the Best Literary category of the 2024 Silver Falchion Award. Fazzi's historical novel, MY MACARTHUR, was published by Sand Hill Review Press in 2018. She has worked as a journalist in the Philippines, Taiwan, and the United States. Her articles have appeared in the Daily Beast, Publishers Weekly, Electric Literature, and Writer’s Digest.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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• Book 101 Review, now in its fifth season, features Nicole Donnelly—Keynote Speaker, Founder of Hello Moxie, Creator of the Moxie Method™, and a dynamic eCommerce and marketing leader—sharing how story and strategy spark powerful transformation.

  Nicole DonnellySparking Transformation with Story & Strategy | Keynote Speaker | Hello Moxie Founder | Moxie Method™ Creator | eCommerce & Marketing LeaderWhen I was 25 years old, I had the job opportunity of my dreams. Working for a woman-owned small business. I remember walking in the room to be interviewed. And there, waiting for me were three stunningly beautiful, accomplished and powerful women. The CEO, the COO and the CFO of the company. I remember walking out of that interview and I knew an opportunity like this was rare. I wanted that job so bad. And I got it! For years I worked for these three incredible female mentors who helped me get to where I am today. And then I moved into the manufacturing and eCommerce industries and felt the lack of female leadership immediately. I was constantly having to prove and persuade and frequently felt isolated. After launching and growing a digital marketing agency 4x in four years in the manufacturing and eCommerce industry I reached burnout.So I started Hello Moxie to empower women in underrepresented industries to develop self trust, speak with confidence, step into fear and build their legacy on their terms. A professionally trained keynote speaker and graduate of the prestigious HEROIC Public Speaking GRAD program, I bring energy, insight, and connection to every stage. In 2025, I had the honor of delivering the closing keynote at Meet Magento UK, and I’ve inspired audiences nationally and internationally with talks on digital transformation, change management, and transformational leadership.Beyond the stage, I am the host and producer of the Hello Moxie Podcast and Hello Moxie eCommerce Edition, launched in Fall 2024. Through these platforms, I bring meaningful conversations and stories to life, inspiring leaders and changemakers to embrace courage and creativity.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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• Book 101 Review, now in its fifth season, features Damian Bloss—an inspiring advocate for mental health awareness and addiction recovery—as my guest.

  Damian BlossBreaking the silence. My journey from addiction to healingI was in active addiction for 20 years. I didn’t have what society would deem the makeup of having substance abuse issues (i.e. I didn’t look like it, I didn’t lose anything, my family history didn’t consist of substance abuse, etc.) until I lost what is most important…. I lost myself. My self destruction started with the loss of a close family member who died by suicide and I’m the only one who knew he had this thought. I carried that guilt for 20 years suppressing it with alcohol until I had to do something about it. I have been sober since February 13, 2020, and dedicated to inspiring others on their journey to recovery. I am the author of two powerful books, “Breaking the Silence: My Journey from Addiction to Healing” (published April 2024) and “Recovering Out Loud” (due out in Spring of 2026) sharing my personal story of transformation and hope.Beyond writing, I have partnered with my local detention center to mentor inmates facing substance abuse–related charges, and regularly speak at rehab centers, helping others see that recovery is possible. I also lead Breaking the Silence, a mental health and addiction support group that fosters open conversations and community healing.My mission is to show that when we break the silence around addiction, we open the door to healing and change..See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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