Join Mike as he talks to Michele Capots, transformational coach, speaker, and storyteller. Michele's work around mental health and resilience is making a difference with all of her clients. Her story gives us a glimpse into how we can take our fears and turn them into our greatest successes. This is a conversation that you will not want to miss.Follow Michele at www.MicheleCapots.com and on Instagram @MicheleCapotsdotcom for all of the great work she does.Please follow and rate "The Prequel" wherever you get your podcasts. And don't forget to follow Mike on the following social media platforms:- Twitter:  @MikeAzzalina- Facebook: Mike Azzalina- Instagram: @azzalinam- TikTok: @MikeAzzalina5- LinkedIn: Mike Azzalina- www.MikeAzzalina.com

Join Mike as he sits down with Lorna Hollifield, the author of The Ocean at Night and Tobacco Sun. She is currently the editor of Charleston Women Magazine. The two discuss the challenging world of writing, how Lorna's journey to publishing her first book was an unexpected journey, and her advice to up and coming writers with big dreams. We think you will find her  story and advice beneficial no matter what your journey looks like!You can follow Lorna on Instagram @LornaHollifield and find her books on Amazon or at Barnes and Noble. Don't forget to check out www.CharlestonWomen.com to see the great work she is doing.Please follow and rate "The Prequel" wherever you get your podcasts.  And don't forget to follow Mike on the following social media platforms:- Twitter:  @MikeAzzalina- Facebook: Mike Azzalina- Instagram: @azzalinam- TikTok: @MikeAzzalina5- LinkedIn: Mike Azzalina- www.MikeAzzalina.com

What an episode! Mike sits down with Jaimie Beebe, a casting director, podcast host, and founder of The Boyfriend Bikini. Jaimie lets us into the world of being a casting director, but perfectly ties it to how those experiences affect the stories of the people in the roles. They discuss her podcast, "Strictly Stalking," how it came to be, and the impact it has had on her guests.Lastly, Jaimie talks about how a previous relationship taught her a few very important lessons. And how that same relationship allowed her to turn a negative into an important positive. You will NOT want to miss this episode of "The Prequel."You can find Jaimie at any of the below social media platforms:Instagram: feathergirl77; StrictlyStalkingPod; BoyfriendBikiniWebsite: www.theboyfriendbikini.com And don't forget to follow Mike on the following social media platforms:- Twitter:  @MikeAzzalina- Facebook: Mike Azzalina- Instagram: @azzalinam- TikTok: @MikeAzzalina5- LinkedIn: Mike Azzalina- www.MikeAzzalina.com

Join Mike in his most recent conversation with author and podcaster, Dominique "Dom" Brightmon. The two explore all things podcasting and writing, while Dom challenges listeners to stop comparing themselves to others and a different version of themselves. We get a look into the experiences and people who pushed him to become an author and speaker. Join Mike and Dom as they encourage you find your value, cherish it, and help others do the same. It is an episode you won't want to miss.You can learn more about Dom and his podcast, "Going North" by visiting www.DomBrightmon.com and checking out all of his work. And don't forget to follow Mike on the following social media platforms:- Twitter:  @MikeAzzalina- Facebook: Mike Azzalina- Instagram: @azzalinam- TikTok: @MikeAzzalina5- LinkedIn: Mike Azzalina- www.MikeAzzalina.com

Join Mike as he welcomes Rita Farruggia the founder and CEO of www.happybeingwell.com to "The Prequel" for episode four. Mike and Rita dig into how and why her website went from vision to the real deal. Rita shares the purpose behind what she does, and how she arrived at this important work.The two dive into Rita's journey and really explore a deep dive into self-care. Rita's vulnerability shines as she describes her story in this incredible conversation. We hope you enjoy!You can find Rita on www.happybeingwell.com and by searching Happy Being Well on Facebook and Instagram. And don't forget to follow Mike on the following social media platforms:- Twitter:  @MikeAzzalina- Facebook: Mike Azzalina- Instagram: @azzalinam- TikTok: @MikeAzzalina5- LinkedIn: Mike Azzalina- www.MikeAzzalina.com

On this week's episode, Mike is joined by fellow Elizabethtown College Blue Jay, Wyatt Eaton. While Mike and Wyatt were on campus at the same time, it was not until after college that their prequels really aligned. They have bonded over their love of the Philadelphia Eagles. Over the course of the last year, Wyatt's life has taken an unexpected turn. After years of athletic endeavors and overcoming literal Tough Mudder obstacles, Wyatt is being faced with his most difficult opponent yet. Listen to Mike and Wyatt's discussion on this new roadblock and how Wyatt is using it as motivation to write his best chapter yet.Subscribe to the YouTube channel for more amazing conversations and follow, rate wherever you get your podcasts!And don't forget to follow Mike on the following social media platforms:- Twitter:  @MikeAzzalina- Facebook: Mike Azzalina- Instagram: @azzalinam- TikTok: @MikeAzzalina5- LinkedIn: Mike Azzalina- www.MikeAzzalina.com

Join Mike as he welcomes his first guest, Michelle Dickinson, an educator resiliency coach to discuss her role and how she was led to this path.Mike and Michelle discuss the challenges that educators have been facing post pandemic. She gives tremendous advice as to how we can all navigate the challenges we face with a dose of resilience. The two dive deeper into Michelle's story and how it brought her to this point in her life.You will not want to miss this amazing conversation about overcoming the challenges that are faced in front of us from the earliest of ages. And then using those lessons to find our purpose in helping others grow.You can also find Michelle on the following social media platforms:- LinkedIn: Michelle E. Dickinson, MM - TikTok: @resiliencecoachmichelle- Twitter: @mdickinson13And don't forget to follow Mike on the following social media platforms:- Twitter: @MikeAzzalina- Facebook: Mike Azzalina- Instagram: @azzalinam- TikTok: @MikeAzzalina5- LinkedIn: Mike Azzalina- www.MikeAzzalina.com

On the premier episode of "The Prequel" Mike Azzalina introduces himself and why stories are so incredibly important to him. He explains that this is a show to help others tell their own stories in order to bring light to the people and experiences that made them who they are today. Mike tells his own story about his Grandpop and the ways his life was shaped by moments spent together...and stories he will never forget.We are where we stand now because of the people and moments that guided us in this direction. With so much happening in the world, let's shine some positivity and drive that energy to help others create their origin story.Join Mike as he starts his journey to find the people who will help spread the impact. www.MikeAzzalina.com Twitter: www.twitter.com/@MikeAzzalinaFacebook: www.Facebook.com/Mike AzzalinaTikTok: www.tiktok.com/@MikeAzzalina55